The UN refugee agency has criticised the measure as a violation of international law.
Politics
Speaker wants breathalyser tests in Polish parliament after drunk MP expelled
Separately, prosecutors are investigating an opposition MP who appeared to suggest that Donald Tusk should get a “bullet in the head”.
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If found guilty, the protesters could face up to two years in prison.
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The previous motion was dropped by the Senate on formal grounds.
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The opposition say the hacking was carried out for political purposes by the government.
Polish government considering tax on vacant properties
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Smolensk investigatory committee cost 23 million zloty
It has not yet published its findings, despite long claiming they are ready.
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The aim is to boost one of Europe’s lowest birth rates.
Former anti-communist dissident indicted for criminal defamation of Polish soldiers
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“Hacking of my phone is just tip of iceberg,” says Polish opposition politician
The hacking could have “influenced the course, as well as the freedom and fairness, of the elections”, claims the senator.
President vetoes media law that threatened Poland’s biggest private broadcaster
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