The bill now passes to opposition-aligned President Karol Nawrocki, who vetoed an earlier version because it did not include such conditionality.
Society
Poles’ trust in army reaches record high while trust in church falls to record low
Only 35% of Poles now say they trust the church, down from 58% in 2016.
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Polish museum launches app for youth to record untold WWII stories
“Among us, there are still those who remember the war. Only our joint effort will save these memories,” said the Warsaw Rising Museum.
Two thirds of Poles fear Poland’s existence threatened by other countries
Over one third say they would flee in the event of Poland being attacked.
Thousands march against immigration in Warsaw
“We do not agree to this social engineering project that has destroyed the countries of western Europe,” declared the organiser.
Poland launches free preventative healthcare programme for people aged 20+
The scheme offers individuals a series of medical tests and a doctor’s consultation leading to a personalised health plan.
Polish president vetoes government’s reduction in health contributions by business owners
The ruling coalition has criticised the decision and argued it emphasises the importance of electing a more government-friendly president.
Seven months after Poland’s floods, residents and businesses continue to struggle
Olivier Sorgho
Locals claim insurers are not paying out and the government has not done enough to help.
Town breaks record for biggest Polish coat of arms on Constitution Day
The 1,200 square metre national symbol was unfurled on the beach in Międzyzdroje.
Poles have most negative view on relations with US since end of communism, finds poll
The proportion of Poles saying the US has a positive influence on the world has also fallen to its lowest recorded level.
Poland only EU country with positive consumer sentiment
Poland has recorded the strongest rise in consumer sentiment across the EU this year.
Far-right presidential candidate investigated over removal of Ukrainian flag from Polish city hall
The stunt has also been criticised by Ukraine’s ambassador to Poland, as well as politicians from Poland’s main ruling party.
Polish city plants flowers to tackle wild boar problem
Species such as hyacinths appear to repel wild boars due to their intense scent.
Poland to launch shorter working week pilot programme
Those employed in Poland work on average the third-longest hours in the European Union.
