Adam Glapiński has dismissed the accusations against him as “idiotic”.
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Polish government further delays promised doubling of tax-free income allowance
“There is no room” in the budget because of increased defence spending, says the finance minister.
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Polish government and miners reach coal phaseout deal but doubts remain over EU approval
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Polish archbishop thanks state oil firm for buying newspapers from German owner
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Polish president visits Turkey to seal military deals with “strongest ally” in region
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“Breathalyser” device that detects Covid in under a minute to be tested at Polish airport
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Polish government unveils increased social spending and tax reform in pandemic recovery plan
The plan includes more subsidies for parents and support for aspiring homeowners, but also a greater tax burden on higher earners.
Latest retail chain exploits loophole to evade Poland’s Sunday trading ban
By offering postal services, stores are able to remain open.
“Amber rush” in Poland as canal construction rumoured to have unearthed precious material
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