Mariusz Kamiński and Maciej Wąsik have been charged with violating their ban on holding public office.
Politics
Polish parliament approves introduction of “widow’s pension”
The scheme would allow retirees to partially collect both their own and their late spouse’s pension instead of having to choose just one.
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Poland aims to reduce coal to 11% of energy mix by 2040, declares president at climate summit
Andrzej Duda repeated calls for a “just transition”.
“Practically no risk” fake Pfizer vaccines entered official circulation, says Polish government
The company confirmed this week that counterfeits were identified in Poland and Mexico.
Polish judge critical of government spared from detention by disputed disciplinary body
The case is raising criticism about the inaction of the EU.
Polish education minister to stop pupils dropping both religion and ethics classes
He wants to ensure that “some message about the values system will reach young people”.
Poland boosts financial support for former anti-communist activists
This is “an act of historical justice”, says President Duda.
Poland falls to record low in World Press Freedom Index
It has fallen every year since 2015, when it reached its highest ever position.
Poland plans reform to decouple health insurance from employment status
Poland already has the lowest unemployment rate in the EU.
Police issue fines as hundreds gather for anti-lockdown protest in Polish city
Participants called for the government to be put on trial and businesses to reopen.
Prime minister and state TV join national Bible reading day in Poland
The education minister announced plans to make biblical studies an academic discipline.
Three resign from Auschwitz council following “political” appointment of former PM
Beata Szydło says it is “an honour and great responsibility” to be chosen.
Polish constitutional court rules human rights commissioner must leave office
Adam Bodnar must vacate his position within three months.
Poland plots “revolutionary” plan for state-owned utilities to shed coal assets
The move is intended to boost investment in greener forms of energy.
