The interior minister has accused Kaczyński of seeking to “spread fear”.
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Polish government presents bill introducing same-sex partnerships
Most members of the ruling coalition support the measure but may not be able to secure a parliamentary majority.
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Controversy as developer announces 33-storey towers in Polish coastal resort
There are concerns that the 112-metre-tall towers would visually damage what is a protected natural area, but some defended the plans.
Polish PM says new advertising tax will help “develop free media” but private outlets fear “attack”
The editor of a leading newspaper has hit out against the planned new levy.
Births fall to 17-year low in Poland as demographic decline accelerated by pandemic
There were more deaths than in any year since WWII.
Polish ministry proposes “room to cry in” for women forced to give birth by abortion ban
The Left has called for the decriminalisation of helping women obtain abortions.
Polish region loses millions in Norway grants due to anti-LGBT resolution
The Norwegian foreign affairs ministry has confirmed the news.
Polish government to regulate electric scooters amid safety concerns
Electric scooters, which are currently unregulated in Poland, have been blamed for hundreds of accidents annually.
Poland restricts AstraZeneca jab to under-60s and will use it for mass teacher vaccination
Similar decisions have been made by France, Germany and Austria.
Half of gyms reopen in Poland amid growing rebellion against lockdown
Thousands of restaurants are also expected to reopen in violation of coronavirus restrictions.
Poland orders cull at fur farm with country’s first mink coronavirus case
Poland is the world’s third-largest fur producer.
Former president and Nobel winner Wałęsa says pandemic “bankrupted” him
Restrictions have prevented him from taking paid speaking jobs abroad.
Poland’s biggest charity fundraiser again breaks record despite pandemic and conservative criticism
This year’s Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity has so far raised over 127 million zloty.
Foreigners with residence permits rise 8% in Poland but asylum applications drop amid pandemic
Turks received asylum status more than any other national group.
