Only 425 legal abortions were carried out in Poland in 2023, the second full year in which a near-total abortion ban was in force.
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Polish Senate amends copyright bill following media protests
Under the new rules, publishers would be able to seek the state’s help in negotiations with big tech firms.
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Polish president accuses minister of giving false information on negotiations over EU funds
The episode is the latest sign of tensions within the ruling camp over whether and how Poland should roll back its judicial reforms in order to satisfy the EU’s demands.
Child sex abuse conviction of local official sparks row between Polish opposition and ruling camp
The dispute has led the education minister to threaten to sue a journalist.
Tusk sues Polish state TV for presenting him as “target” for “physical attacks”
The opposition party leader is also suing TVP for “manipulation” in a programme linking him to Russia.
Polish NGO submits a bill proposing jail sentences for providing information about and “inciting” abortion
Those found guilty of “advocating” or “inciting” abortion would face prison sentences.
Activists mapping Poland’s anti-LGBT zones win in court against county that sued over “Atlas of Hate”
Inclusion in the Atlas of Hate, which tracks anti-LGBT resolutions, had “damaged the good name of the country”, argued local authorities.
Same-sex couple take case to Strasbourg after Poland refuses to recognise overseas marriage
The couple say they have been left in a “legal vacuum” after the Supreme Administrative Court ruled that their marriage could not be recognised.
Activists who tried to destroy anti-migrant fence on Belarus border to face trial in Poland
The group described it as an “act of civil disobedience” to express opposition to the government’s “cruel” border policies.
Polish government withdraws judicial bill for further consultation after president expresses doubts
The legislation is intended to meet the European Union’s demands and unlock billions in frozen funds.
Poland proposes further withdrawal from judicial reforms to unlock EU funds
The legislation “fulfils the key milestones indicated by the European Commission” for Poland to unlock its frozen funds, says the government.
Trans woman wins legal battle with justice minister at Poland’s Supreme Court
The ruling – which is the first of its kind in Poland – is seen as a landmark in a country that is ranked as the EU’s worst for LGBT people.
Police in Poland seek man dressed like Christmas tree who slashed tires at meat warehouse
CCTV footage of the spruced-up villain has been released in the hope of finding him.
Poland to veto EU recognition of same-sex parents, says justice ministry
The European Commission wants the rights of same-sex parents to be recognised across the EU, but Poland is opposed.
