“The law on civil partnerships should have been passed a long time ago, it’s already the 21st century,” says Szymon Hołownia.
Society
Polish president signs law on funding IVF despite appeal from church
It was the first time the conservative president was called on to approve legislation passed under the new, more liberal government.
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Splintered histories: confronting the legacy of wartime pogroms in rural Poland
Agnieszka Wądołowska
A family secret led an author to explore a painful issue.
Poles seek medical help in greater numbers as hospitals “unfreeze”
The number of patients in hospital emergency wards has begun to rise rapidly.
Activist who said “gay couples adopt kids to rape them” will not face trial after Polish court rejects case
She argued that the case should be dismissed because the complainants could not prove they were gay.
Phone mast set on fire in Poland following rollout of first 5G network
The telecoms industry says that such acts of vandalism are on the rise.
Prosecutors charge IKEA manager in Poland who fired employee for homophobic messages
In response to an LGBT campaign, the employee suggested that gay people deserve to be killed.
Report warns of “anti-Polish” content on Netflix and other international streaming platforms
The report analyses more than 500 films on Netflix and other sites.
Schools in Poland reopen for youngest pupils
Schools in Poland were today allowed to reopen for the youngest pupils as well as those preparing for exams. Some local authorities are choosing not to reopen their schools, while many parents remain reluctant to allow children to return. There also remains confusion...
Warsaw hit by third weekend of protests and clashes with police
Demonstrators demanded more state support for businesses while a protest also took place against alleged censorship.
Poland’s largest mining company starts selling coal online with home delivery amid lockdown
Polish Mining Group (PGG) – the EU’s largest producer of hard coal – has revamped its online presence
Catholic church in Poland promotes helpline for victims of clerical sex abuse
Posters advertising a helpline for victims of abuse have been distributed to churches around the country.
Poland to extend international flight ban but domestic connections will resume
Flagship carrier LOT will begin flying between eight Polish cities on 1 June.
Poland creates sign-language guides for hiking trails as part of efforts to improve disabled access during lockdown
There are growing efforts to make places in Poland more accessible for people with disabilities.
