The measures will now be sent for approval by parliament, where the government has a majority.
Politics
Presidential candidate pledges to create “strategic bitcoin reserve” in Poland
Sławomir Mentzen of the far-right libertarian Confederation party says he will turn Poland into a “cryptocurrency haven”.
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Polish minister resigns after filing complaint against postal worker who confronted him over inflation
Michał Cieślak’s actions were widely criticised not only by the opposition but also by others within the ruling camp.
Tusk promises abortion up to 12 weeks and same-sex partnerships in “march towards modernity”
“Tolerance must take root not only in the law, but in our heads and hearts,” said the opposition leader.
Poland doubles size of planned gas terminal due to Ukrainian, Czech and Slovak interest
Poland is also hoping to open the liquefied natural gas terminal in Gdańsk sooner than initially planned.
Poland obliges medics to collect data on pregnancies, raising concern among abortion rights activists
The health ministry insists the move only expands the current system in accordance with European Commission guidelines.
Abandoned coal plant cost Poland 1.3bn zloty amid “serious irregularities”, finds state auditor
The Supreme Audit Office says it will notify prosecutors.
Poland encourages people to collect firewood in forests amid soaring energy costs
“It is always possible, with the consent of foresters, to collect branches for fuel,” says the environment ministry.
How has the Russian invasion of Ukraine affected the Polish government’s EU strategy?
Aleks Szczerbiak
The war has boosted Poland’s standing and reduced the credibility of the main EU powers.
Poland’s judicial council no longer consistent with constitution, finds Supreme Court
“Only the name” of the National Council of the Judiciary remains the same as before.
Minister warns of “atheist ideology” after Polish scouts allowed not to mention God in oath
The Polish Scouting Association last month decided to allow scouts to swear an oath without mentioning God.
Poland condemns “silence in western Europe” over Russia’s deportations of Ukrainians
Poland also pledged to become an “economic hub for Ukraine”, including by facilitating the export of grain.
Ukrainian refugees fill gaps in Polish labour market but risk getting stuck in low-skilled jobs
Anna Rzhevkina
The new arrivals could provide an economic boost, but their talents should not be wasted.
Russia using disinformation to stir hostility between Ukrainians and Poles, warn security services
A recent killing in Warsaw was falsely blamed on Ukrainians, including by Polish far-right groups.
