Meanwhile, the number of restaurants awarded Michelin stars has risen from six to seven.
Business
Warsaw to demolish and replace communist-era skyscraper
Opened in 1975, Intraco was once a symbol of modernity but its owners say it “no longer meets today’s technical standards and market expectations”.
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Polish scientist wins European Inventor Award for printable solar cells
Olga Malinkiewicz and her team were hailed for “advancing solar energy technology with their cost-effective and environmentally friendly” perovskite cells.
Poland sees EU’s highest annual housing price rise of 18%
It is the second successive quarter that Poland has recorded the highest annual increase in housing prices in the EU.
Polish media protest change in copyright law they say will favour Big Tech
The law will allow tech firms to “use our content free of charge and with impunity, and transfer the profits abroad”, say over 350 media outlets.
Polish state energy giant Orlen opens first public hydrogen refuelling station
Orlen plans to launch 100 hydrogen stations in Poland and neighbouring countries by 2030 as part of efforts to focus on greener energy.
Tusk confirms previous government’s “mega-airport” project will continue
“Poland will become one big megalopolis,” said the prime minister.
Number of Michelin-starred restaurants in Poland doubles in new guide
Michelin also awarded a Polish restaurant with a green star for the first time, recognising a commitment to sustainable gastronomy.
Ridesharing firms report big loss of drivers after new rules require them to hold Polish driving licence
One provider says it has lost 15% of its drivers and another reports that it now has 26% fewer drivers in Warsaw.
Labour inspectorate warns against lifting penalties for unintentionally employing immigrants illegally
The proposed change could “increase the scale of the problem of foreigners illegally staying in Poland”.
Parliament excludes labour violations from whistleblower law, angering left-wing junior ruling party
“Pigs have more protection than Polish workers,” said the left-wing labour minister.
Polish government plans 7.6% minimum wage rise in 2025
The proposal has been cautiously welcomed by both business and trade union figures.
Poland “is the place to grow your tech business”, says Microsoft president
Brad Smith encouraged global tech firms to invest in Poland, which he says can establish itself as an “AI Valley”.
Boeing expands engineering facilities in Poland, creating hundreds of jobs
“Our teams in Poland will strengthen Boeing’s efforts to innovate and compete,” says the firm’s chief engineer.
