His remarks have been strongly criticised by the opposition, who say that Tusk is prioritising Germany’s interests over Poland’s security.
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Polish education minister hits back at church criticism of school health education classes
The head of the Polish episcopate says the curriculum contains “very problematic content” despite sex education elements being removed.
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President vetoes government plan to create Poland’s first new national park in 24 years
The park would “block the economic development of the region” and threaten Poland’s security, argues Karol Nawrocki.
Former Polish justice minister Ziobro stripped of immunity to face charges for 26 alleged crimes
He is accused of establishing and leading a criminal group and abusing his powers for personal and political gain.
Polish president presents bill to cut household electricity bills by 33%
Power prices for businesses would also fall by 20%, says President Karol Nawrocki.
Polish justice ministry presents “compromise” plan to overhaul judicial body
The government wants to ensure that the body responsible for nominating judges is independent of politicians.
Poland hails “success” in delaying new EU emissions system
However, it also found itself among a losing minority of four member states that voted against setting a new EU target to cut emissions 90% by 2040.
Polish anti-LGBT zones pushed young locals to leave, finds study
Job-search and census data suggest that the anti-LGBT resolutions encouraged some people seek to leave.
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.
