Łukasz Gibała won at the fourth attempt, having previously stood in every mayoral election since 2014.
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Polish parliament approves ban on nighttime alcohol sales in shops
All forms of advertising alcohol will also be prohibited.
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Among those killed in the strikes was a Polish aid worker, Damian Soból.
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The document mislocated major Polish cities and included bizarre language mixing Polish and English.
Polish government proposes middle-class tax cuts funded by increased rates for wealthiest
The changes would lower taxes for an estimated 3.5 million people with around or slightly above average earnings.
Poland “99% sure” fugitive opposition politician is in pro-Russian breakaway region of Moldova
Marcin Romanowski’s whereabouts have been unknown since he fled Hungary, where he previously held asylum.
Polish opposition expels 40 lawmakers who formed breakaway caucus led by ex-PM Morawiecki
The decision formalises a split that began last month.
Poland seeks to boost investment with new tax-free personal accounts
Up to 100,000 zloty (€23,200) can be invested tax free.
Polish PM confirms he wants his “right-hand man” to be made constitutional court judge
The move has generated controversy given the government’s pledge to “depoliticise” the court.
Poland reintroduces VAT cut and daily price caps to lower fuel costs for drivers
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Fugitive Polish opposition politician reportedly in pro-Russian Moldovan breakaway region
Marcin Romanowski’s whereabouts have been unknown since he fled Hungary, where he previously had political asylum.
