Mateusz Morawiecki issued an order for the 2020 presidential elections to be conducted entirely by post.
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Polish parliament approves new rape law making sex without consent a crime
Poland’s current rape law – which dates back to 1932 – deems it a crime only if there was force, unlawful threats or deception.
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EU, OSCE and Poland’s own electoral commission voice concern over holding elections amid epidemic
The government’s desire to hold elections amid the pandemic, and the manner in which they have sought to do so, have drawn concern.
“Mask-o-mat” vending machines appear across Poland as face covering made compulsory
The vending machines sell face masks and other hygiene products.
Commemoration and controversy as Poland marks tenth anniversary of Smolensk crash
Jarosław Kaczyński and others have paid tribute to those who died in the air disaster.
Polish scientists create coronavirus test, with production expected to start next week
The test should offer an affordable and reliable alternative to commercial international products.
Poland introduces compulsory face covering in public and extends tough coronavirus restrictions
Schools remain closed and exams will be postponed, while churches will have limited attendance over Easter.
Poland launches €22 billion support package for firms in effort to save up to 5 million jobs
Firms will receive preferential loans and non-refundable subsidies as long as they agree not to lay off any workers.
EU court orders Poland to suspend disciplinary regime for judges or face daily fines
The Polish government argues the EU has no right to intervene and is “violating Poland’s sovereignty”.
New coronavirus cases at Amazon warehouses in Poland as workers complain of insufficient protection
Amazon counters that its sanitary measures have been approved by the health authorities.
Polish government pushes through bill allowing May elections to be held entirely by post
A dramatic day in parliament also saw the deputy PM quit and PiS initially lose a key vote.
We stopped EU “imposing foreign culture of Islam on us”, says Polish minister following ECJ ruling
The ECJ found that Poland breached its obligations under EU law by failing to accept refugees.
Polish music stars raise 4 million zloty for fight against coronavirus in online Concert for Heroes
The WOŚP charity has also raised over 6 million zloty so far.
Leader of ruling party’s coalition partner quits Polish government over plans to hold elections in May
Jarosław Gowin’s party will, however, remain in the government.
