36,665 new cases were reported today, with some forecasts predicting the figure to pass 100,000 next month.
COVID-19
Poland suffered 29% excess death rate in 2021, with more deaths than any year since WWII
Almost 520,000 people died in Poland last year.
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“We’ll never return to pre-pandemic world; some will always wear masks”: Polish health minister
Adam Niedzielski also warned that tougher restrictions are now impossible due to “a lack of social discipline”.
Polish president and PM defend Covid relief fund manager after criticism by state TV
The dispute hints at cracks in the ruling coalition.
Poland unexpectedly opens Covid vaccine registrations for over-40s then suspends them again
Surprise at the unannounced decision prompted officials to deny it was an April Fool’s joke.
Poland accelerates vaccine rollout, pledging jabs for all who want them by end of August
The government is abandoning the existing schedule to offer a more “flexible approach”.
Far right seeks charges against ministers over “illegal” lockdown that has “damaged Polish nation”
Confederation has been a prominent supporter of anti-lockdown protests.
Poland toughens quarantine rules for international arrivals
There will be exceptions for vaccinated people, as well as some transport drivers and students.
Polish bishops say churches must remain open for Easter despite record Covid infections
Some opposition figures have criticised the decision not to introduce tougher restrictions.
Poland 50th among world’s 53 largest countries in Covid Resilience Ranking
Poland’s positive test rate is the worst among all countries included.
New Covid restrictions in Poland: preschools closed and stricter limits on church attendance
Poland recorded its highest ever number of new infections today.
Poland records highest ever daily Covid cases as government prepares tougher restrictions
Almost 30,000 new infections were reported today.
Up to 70% of vaccine appointments missed in Poland as minister condemns AstraZeneca reporting
Unlike other European countries, Poland did not suspend its AstraZeneca jabs.
Police intervene as Polish football fans gather outside stadiums despite Covid restrictions
Police made several arrests at a gathering of Wisła Kraków fans.
