Poland is “the first and so far the only one in the EU” to finance security with Covid funds, says Poland’s regional policy minister.
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Polish steelworkers protest against EU climate policies
They accuse the Polish government of failing to stand up for their interests.
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Anger over topless modelling shoot in Polish state-owned coal mine
The mine operator says it was misled about the nature of the photo shoot.
Homemade liquor should be legalised for personal use, says newly elected Polish farmers’ leader
Such moonshine, known as bimber in Polish, is an “important element of our cultural landscape”, he argues.
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.
