The chief justice’s decision, which was widely expected, deepens an unprecedented crisis around the court.
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Polish parliament hosts swearing in of constitutional court judges in defiance of president
The development marks a further twist in Poland’s rule-of-law crisis.
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Polish government proposes 3% hike in minimum wage for 2026
The proposed increase was criticised by both trade unions and business groups.
Polish Left submits bill to introduce same-sex partnerships
A similar bill presented last year by the government is still being consulted and has not yet reached parliament.
Poland’s Supreme Court orders partial recount over voting irregularities in presidential election
However, the recount is unlikely to affect the result.
Opposition president-elect outlines areas in which he is willing to “help” Polish government
But Karol Nawrocki reiterated his distaste for the prime minister, calling him a “liar” who “spread disinformation about me”.
Poland “very likely” to introduce border controls with Germany in response to migrant returns
Donald Tusk also revealed that he is seeking support from other EU countries to restrict or end visa-free access for Georgians.
Poland’s constitutional court rules EU energy policies breach national sovereignty
The ruling, however, is likely to be ignored by the government, which does not recognise the court’s legitimacy.
Losing Polish presidential candidate’s campaign encourages reporting of voting irregularities
Prime Minister Donald Tusk has sought to calm concerns, saying that “assuming the elections were rigged does not serve the Polish state”.
German court rules against sending asylum seekers back to Poland at border
However, Germany’s interior minister insists that the practice will continue.
Doctors charged over death of pregnant woman in Polish hospital that prompted abortion protests
Activists blame Dorota’s death on Poland’s strict abortion laws.
Climate activists convicted in Poland for disrupting National Philharmonic concert
The protest was organised by the Last Generation climate movement.
PM promises “ruthless” response to clashes between British and Spanish fans in Poland for football final
Fights broke out on Tuesday night between Chelsea and Betis fans in Wrocław for Wednesday’s UEFA Conference League final.
Ex security chief accuses Tusk of lying about negative vetting of opposition presidential candidate
The government’s security services spokesman, however, has insisted that Tusk’s remarks were accurate.
