However, two other ministries, the central bank and trade unions are concerned the scheme could further push up prices.
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Polish border guard violated law by sending injured migrants back to Belarus, finds court
The cases were brought by Afghan and Ethiopian migrants, one of whom tried to claim asylum in Poland before being sent back to Belarus.
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Pair accused of enslaving Russian man for 23 years on their farm in Poland
Nikolay Yerofeyev was helped to escape by a co-worker.
The rich use our roads and schools but don’t pay enough tax, says Polish PM
Mateusz Morawiecki spoke in support of the more progressive tax system the government is planning.
Childhood home of Polish writer Kapuściński to be turned into reportage centre
The wooden house will serve as a meeting place for writers.
Polish opposition group in turmoil amid record low support in polls
Civic Platform has seen one senior figure quit this week and two others appeal against their expulsion.
“Breathalyser” device that detects Covid in under a minute to be tested at Polish airport
The Polish-made device has been hailed by President Duda.
First dog adoption app in Poland launched by high school students
The service matches animals needing adoption with prospective owners.
Polish diplomats seek return of prize-winning horse loaned to Saudi Arabia
The mare has not been returned to Poland after being leased to Saudi Arabia.
Debt collectors enter Polish senator’s bank account over unpaid TV licence
In theory all TV and radio owners should pay a licence fee in Poland, but in practice less than 8% of households do.
Poland ranked as worst country in EU for LGBT people for second year running
Only non-EU countries, such as Russia and Turkey, are lower in the “Rainbow Europe” ranking.
Polish government unveils increased social spending and tax reform in pandemic recovery plan
The plan includes more subsidies for parents and support for aspiring homeowners, but also a greater tax burden on higher earners.
Polish city offers support to LGBT youth as part of equality month campaign
The initiative has prompted a backlash from the Catholic church.
Almost half a million foreigners with residence permits in Poland, up 13% since start of 2020
The data confirm that Poland’s recent unprecedented wave of immigration has continued amid the pandemic.
