The Left, which holds the mayor’s office, wants to introduce the same policy across Poland.
Alicja Ptak
Polish climate ministry notifies prosecutors over Oder river management under former government
A monitoring system announced after the 2022 ecological disaster was reportedly not put in place.
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Polish cities and national parks appeal for firework-free New Year’s Eve
Cities including Warsaw and Wrocław have also abandoned municipal New Year’s Eve celebrations amid the energy crisis.
Supermarket introduces bilingual Polish-Silesian signs
“Seemingly ordinary product category labels are further proof that the Silesian language is a living communication tool in Upper Silesia.”
Polish NGO submits a bill proposing jail sentences for providing information about and “inciting” abortion
Those found guilty of “advocating” or “inciting” abortion would face prison sentences.
Poland buys military satellites from France
The contract, including the purchase and launch of satellites and prior access to French data, amounts to €575 million.
Melanie C cancels Polish state TV concert over “issues that do not align with the communities I support”
The singer’s decision has been welcomed by many fans but also criticised by some commentators for perceived double standards.
Polish ruling party proposes “pro-democratic” changes to electoral code but opposition cries foul
The opposition says the aim is to help the ruling party increase turnout among groups where it traditionally has more support.
Children’s wards nearing capacity in Poland amid surge in flu and RSV infections
One doctor says that over two years of pandemic-induced restrictions has left children’s immune systems more vulnerable.
Activists mapping Poland’s anti-LGBT zones win in court against county that sued over “Atlas of Hate”
Inclusion in the Atlas of Hate, which tracks anti-LGBT resolutions, had “damaged the good name of the country”, argued local authorities.
Poland freezes gas prices in 2023 for households, schools, hospitals and churches
Maximum gas prices will remain the same in 2023 as they were in 2022, preventing a threefold increase.
Inflation dampens Poles’ Christmas cheer
Alicja Ptak
“People are now buying individual branches rather than whole Christmas trees.”
Poland has EU’s third lowest share of IT professionals in workforce
Polish IT firms say that they find over 40% of their vacancies hard to fill, a new report has found.
Polish government withdraws judicial bill for further consultation after president expresses doubts
The legislation is intended to meet the European Union’s demands and unlock billions in frozen funds.