The measures will “interfere with basic constitutional freedoms” and “impede the provision of humanitarian, medical and legal assistance” to migrants.
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Parliament excludes labour violations from whistleblower law, angering left-wing junior ruling party
“Pigs have more protection than Polish workers,” said the left-wing labour minister.
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New “Uber law” requiring drivers to be licenced goes into force in Poland
The new law is a response to complaints from taxi drivers, and is likely to increase the costs of ride-hailing services.
German far-right terror suspect arrested in Poland and explosives seized
Prosecutors say further arrests could follow.
Polish village sues activist over “harmful and defamatory” LGBT-free zone signs
The fake signs deter investors and tourists and even threaten national security, says an anti-defamation group.
New Polish cabinet: Kaczyński returns alongside education minister who likens LGBT to Nazism
The announcement ends months of tension within the ruling coalition.
European Commission raises concern over rule of law, media pluralism and LGBT rights in Poland
It is the first ever EU-wide report on the rule of law in individual member states.
Birth numbers in Poland drop to 15 year low, despite expanded child benefit scheme
The government’s flagship “500+” programme has not boosted births, although it has helped reduce poverty.
Poland introduces new restrictions in response to record coronavirus infections
In some areas, bars and restaurants will have to close at 10 pm and masks be worn outside.
“Aesthetically evil” funeral home is Warsaw’s first building removed for “visually disturbing” area
Urban planners have deemed that the building, which stands alongside a historic church, must go.
Documents from German occupation of Łódź recovered after attempted online sale
The owner could face jail for seeking to sell the almost 300 files.
Poland seeks to give poorest households better access to funds for tackling air pollution
A loophole had previously prevented some households from accessing funds.
Poland and Hungary to create institute for assessing rule of law in EU countries
Its aim will be to stop the EU applying “double standards”.
Poland’s main opposition unveils new “policy offensive” and parliamentary leader
PO’s proposals including disclosure of assets by public officials and separating the roles of justice minister and prosecutor general.
