A recent poll showed that 20% of Poles feel ashamed of their country, up from 14% in 2010.
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Poland to add civil defence elements to school PE classes
“In these difficult times, the ability to cope with difficult situations is very much needed,” says the education minister.
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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.
Polish president visits Egypt hoping to unblock Ukrainian grain exports
Poland also hopes to begin importing liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Egypt.
Ukrainians hold “March of Gratitude” in Warsaw to thank Poles for support
“From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for everything you do,” declared Ukraine’s ambassador.
Poland’s left charts its own path over Russia’s war in Ukraine
Roman Broszkowski
The left in Europe’s East has split from its Western counterparts.
Polish parliament approves abolition of judicial disciplinary chamber at heart of EU dispute
The opposition argue that the proposed legislation makes only cosmetic changes to the disciplinary system.
