Officials have also been ordered to respect the rights of same-sex couples.
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Polish parliament approves payments to support parents returning to work
A new benefit, informally named “granny payments”, would support grandparents caring for children while parents work.
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Polish government spokesman apologises after PM violates social distancing requirements
The spokesman says the PM was not properly informed by his staff of social-distancing obligations.
Polish president picks new Supreme Court chief justice amid controversy
Małgorzata Manowska was picked ahead of another candidate who had twice as many nominations.
Schools in Poland reopen for youngest pupils
Schools in Poland were today allowed to reopen for the youngest pupils as well as those preparing for exams. Some local authorities are choosing not to reopen their schools, while many parents remain reluctant to allow children to return. There also remains confusion...
Coronavirus has still not peaked in Poland, setting it apart from other EU states
But the overall infection and death rates still remain low by international standards.
Warsaw hit by third weekend of protests and clashes with police
Demonstrators demanded more state support for businesses while a protest also took place against alleged censorship.
Poland’s largest mining company starts selling coal online with home delivery amid lockdown
Polish Mining Group (PGG) – the EU’s largest producer of hard coal – has revamped its online presence
Catholic church in Poland promotes helpline for victims of clerical sex abuse
Posters advertising a helpline for victims of abuse have been distributed to churches around the country.
Poland to extend international flight ban but domestic connections will resume
Flagship carrier LOT will begin flying between eight Polish cities on 1 June.
Poland’s health minister denies accusations of helping his brother receive public grants
Questions have been raised over the business dealings of the minister, his wife and his brother.
Poland creates sign-language guides for hiking trails as part of efforts to improve disabled access during lockdown
There are growing efforts to make places in Poland more accessible for people with disabilities.
Poland could be among Europe’s biggest beneficiaries of post-pandemic production shift from China: report
Poland could gain over $8 billion annually as global value chains shift away from China.
Elections are “a choice between white-and-red Poland and rainbow Poland”, says ruling party official
Senior figures from PiS have indicated that they will make anti-LGBT rhetoric a major feature of the campaign.
