The enthusiasm also boosted Polish companies, with the blue-chip WIG20 index reaching a new all-time high.
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Polish justice minister suspends prosecutor investigating claim government led coup d’état
The opposition accuses the government of trying to block an investigation into its own alleged crimes.
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Polish parliament approves moving its work online during coronavirus crisis
Many MPs argued that today’s session should itself have been held remotely.
Teachers, pupils and parents face challenges as online learning becomes law in Poland
Many, especially older teachers, are struggling to adapt.
Growing majority see Polish judicial reforms as “unacceptable attempt to violate rule of law”
A new poll echoes previous ones showing PiS’s judicial reforms having more opponents than supporters.
Polish banks brace for loan repayment delays and defaults due to coronavirus
Polish financial sector worries despite central bank action and government assurances
Polish couple use 3D printers to produce protective masks for medical personnel
Łukasz and Justyna Więcek aim to 3D-print 1,200 protective visors, supplying hospitals in the entire region.
Poland restricts leaving home and gatherings of over two people in new coronavirus measures
Church services are also limited to five people and public transport will be restricted.
Most Poles want presidential elections postponed, but ruling party pushes ahead
Three new polls show a big majority in favour of postponement.
Poland and Ukraine cooperate to help Ukrainians get home amid coronavirus shutdown
As the pandemic worsens and borders begin to close, the Polish and Ukrainian governments are working together to help those among Poland’s large Ukrainian population return home if they wish.
Poland denies seizing 23,000 face masks destined for Italy
Authorities in the Lazio region claim the masks were seized by Polish customs.
After priest convicted for raping minor, response of archbishop questioned
The accused priest was moved from parish to parish by the Archbishop of Gdańsk without explanation.
Polish businesses support coronavirus response through donations and free services
Some are funding hospital equipment, others donating tulips and chocolate.
Quarantined Poles can confirm their location with selfies using new government app
The new app aims to check people’s whereabouts and to ensure better care.
