Tino Chrupalla’s remarks were criticised by a politician from Germany’s ruling coalition.
Politics
Polish president refuses to appoint 46 judges in escalation of rule-of-law dispute with government
The government’s spokesman condemned the decision as a “usurpation of power and attempt to undermine the justice system”.
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Polish culture ministry sets out plan for “depoliticising” public media
It also wants to replace the television licence fee with direct state funding of public media.
Polish government approves bill facilitating coal mine closures and compensation for miners
The proposed law will “pave the way for a just transition in mining regions”, says the energy minister.
Polish president appoints “ambassador for historical diplomacy”
Karol Nawrocki has appointed his former PhD supervisor, Grzegorz Berendt, to the position.
Polish government approves bill providing state-funded assistants for disabled people
Up to 100,000 disabled people would benefit, as well as up to half a million of their family members.
Polish president’s office seeks criminal charges against justice minister
Waldemar Żurek’s actions are “very likely a crime”, says the head of President Karol Nawrocki’s office.
Poland denies planning to leave European Human Rights Convention after PM’s criticism
Donald Tusk said that the ECHR has made it harder for countries to deport foreign criminals.
Request to lift legal immunity of former Polish justice minister Ziobro filed to parliament
He is accused of 26 crimes, including leading a criminal group and abusing his powers for personal and political gain.
Polish opposition suspends former ministers over suspect land sale
The land was sold despite being designated for a major transport infrastructure project.
Polish far right criticises introduction of Ukrainian as option in high-school leaving exams
From this school year, Ukrainian can be chosen as a foreign language.
Polish MP raises concern over construction of Robert De Niro-backed hotel in historic Kraków building
Photos from the site of the development indicated that parts of the old building had been removed.
Poland’s main ruling party changes name and merges with junior partners
Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced this his Civic Platform is becoming Civic Coalition.
Polish town’s event honouring local Jewish composer cancelled after far-right backlash
Września was this weekend meant to hold a series of concerts and lectures celebrating Louis Lewandowski, who was born there in 1821.
