It is expected to provide electricity to around 2.5 million households, starting in 2027.
Business
Poland’s GDP grew by 2.9% in 2024, beating forecasts
The rebound followed a period of slow growth in 2023, when GDP expanded by just 0.1%.
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Film adaptation of classic Polish novel becomes global hit on Netflix
Forgotten Love (Znachor) is on track to be be among Netflix’s most successful ever non-English titles.
Poland signs agreement to launch first satellite constellation
The European Space Agency will help Poland with the design, construction, launch and commissioning of the satellites.
Poland changes construction laws to curb “pathological” housing development
The new rules increase the distance between blocks on neighbouring plots and set requirements for playgrounds and green spaces.
Supreme Court rules against shops that circumvented Poland’s Sunday trading ban
The businesses had offered sports equipment rental and an in-store “library” to justify remaining open on Sundays.
Poland has the highest employment rate among Ukrainian refugees, finds OECD study
In Poland, 65% of working-age refugees are employed.
Poland names €1.8 billion international investors in “mega-airport” project
But there are questions over whether and how the new government will continue the project.
Polish justice minister wants constitutional court to block EU ban on petrol and diesel cars
“The EU together with the new government that is being formed wants to deprive Poles of the right to decide what cars they drive.”
Tusk to visit Brussels on mission to unlock Poland’s frozen EU funds
During the election campaign, Tusk pledged to “go and unlock the [frozen EU] money the day after victory”.
Polish state oil giant Orlen’s wholesale fuel prices begin to rise after pre-election drop
Orlen assures that prices will remain stable at petrol stations, but analysts expect hikes.
Poland begins retraining coal miners to work in wind farms
Poland produces around 70% of its electricity from coal but has plans to replace that with renewables and nuclear.
Man pretends to be mannequin until Warsaw mall closes then steals from it
He has been charged with burglary and theft, crimes that could result in a prison sentence of up to 10 years
Zloty strengthens and stocks rise as markets welcome exit polls suggesting change in power
Poland’s stock market recorded its strongest post-election opening.
