A new benefit, informally named “granny payments”, would support grandparents caring for children while parents work.
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Poland ranked worst country in EU for LGBT+ people for fifth year running
Only non-EU states such as Belarus, Turkey and Russia were rated lower than Poland.
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Poland is world’s third largest exporter of Christmas decorations
Sales of premium glass baubles have boomed in particular.
Germans cross into Poland to tank up after Polish government cuts fuel taxes
German newspapers have printed a glossary of useful terms in Polish to make sure motorists not use the wrong pump
Attempted crossings from Belarus into Poland fall to lowest level since August
Only 1,200 attempts to cross the border from Belarus have been recorded this month, compared to 17,500 in October.
European Commission launches action against Poland for constitutional court violating EU law
Brussels has “serious doubts on the independence and impartiality of Poland’s Constitutional Tribunal”.
UN: Belarus and Poland “violating rights of refugees and migrants” at border
Both countries refused to give the UN team access to the border.
Journalist charged with criminal defamation for likening Polish border guards to Nazis
He could face up to a year in prison if convicted.
Most Poles support government policies on Belarus border and reject asylum for crossers, finds poll
Two thirds fear the crisis could lead to armed conflict, and a declining proportion think Poland can rely on NATO allies to help defend its border
National Museum in Warsaw buys 14 works by Chagall with government grant
The purchase is part of a government strategy to enrich collections with Polish and European art.
Polish city invites residents to vote on hedgehog road safety signs
Around 40,000 hedgehogs are killed on Poland’s roads each year.
Poland’s longest road tunnel opens in Warsaw
The 2,335 metre-long tunnel completes the capital’s southern ring road.
Prosecutors launch investigation as Polish soldier who fled to Belarus appears on state TV
Military police have revealed that the soldier faced legal problems in Poland.
Poland confirms 7th Omicron case as government warns of next wave in January
Polish schools returned to remote learning on Monday.
