Over half the foreign prisoners are Ukrainians, with the next biggest numbers from Georgia and Belarus.
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Polish ministry unveils plans for new mortgage subsidy scheme
However, two other ministries, the central bank and trade unions are concerned the scheme could further push up prices.
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Murderer on the run for 20 years arrested after not wearing mask to shop
The fugitive will now serve 25 years in prison.
Poland ranked as sixth best economy during pandemic among rich countries
Poland performed better than the US, Canada, France, Germany and the UK in The Economist’s ranking.
Polish PM’s advisor asked state TV to attack court that issued negative ruling, according to email leak
TVP subsequently broadcast news reports closely matching the request.
Poland grants retirement benefits to dogs working in prison service
After nine years of service, retired dogs will have their costs of food and medical care covered.
Rabies jabs made compulsory for cats in parts of Warsaw and surrounding province
110 cases of rabies were recorded in the Mazovian province last year.
Poland facing “catastrophic scenario” and new restrictions possible, warns health minister
Infections have again begun to rise.
Landmark tax reform comes into force in Poland
The government says its “Polish Deal” will boost development, but some business leaders claim it will hit the middle class.
Polish PM and opposition leader clash over rising energy costs
Electricity bills are rising by 24% and gas bills by 54%.
Polish state auditor has invoice showing purchase of spyware used against opposition
Justice ministry figures deny any wrongdoing.
External forces trying to overthrow Polish government using fifth column, says head of public TV
An attempt to “destroy the Polish state” is underway, says Jacek Kurski.
“Devastating” decline in religious practice among young Poles, says Catholic primate
The archbishop admits that the Catholic hierarchy’s failure to deal with sex abuse by clergy has been a primary cause.
Russia calls for international investigation into Poland’s treatment of refugees on Belarus border
The Kremlin’s demand comes in response to unsubstantiated claims by a Polish soldier who fled to Belarus.
