It is believed to be the first time prosecutors in Poland have indicted a bishop over alleged failings in dealing with sex abuse.
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Poland condemns “outrageous” remarks by Israeli ambassador on Gaza aid worker deaths
President Duda declared the ambassador to be “the biggest problem” in Polish-Israeli relations while Prime Minister Tusk called on him to apologise.
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Locals demand removal of “demonic, pagan” sculptures on tourist folklore trail in Poland
Yet some also want to keep the sculptures to promote local mythology and attract visitors.
Poland tests system to tackle problem of drivers not stopping at rail crossings
The equipment will record cars which break the law by not stopping at level crossings.
Poland’s “biggest ever” trial of alleged paedophile priest begins
Marian W. allegedly abused 22 boys in his care.
Polish court rules campaign linking LGBT and paedophilia is “informative and educational”
A judge threw out a case against an anti-LGBT campaign.
Polish far-right leader indicted for antisemitic hate speech and Holocaust denial
Far-right figure and suspended priest Jacek M. could be jailed if found guilty.
Europe’s biggest indoor waterpark opens in Poland
The park features 18 swimming pools, 700 imported palm trees, and Europe’s longest water slide.
One in four new Catholic priests in Europe is Polish – but numbers are falling
More priests are also abanding their vocation, according to figures.
Poles spend more on Valentine’s Day as “western” holidays flourish
The amount Poles spent on celebrating Valentine’s Day increased by 63% between 2017 and 2019.
Former PiS politicians indicted for stealing 3 million zloty of clothes donated to Polish Red Cross
Ten people have been indicted for their role in the alleged scheme, including leading figures in the local Red Cross.
New bike shelters to be built at schools as Polish cities embrace cycling
Ninety new bicycle shelters will be built in primary schools in Warsaw by the end of 2020.
Kraków bishop denies molestation allegations
Bishop Jan Szkodoń is accused of molesting a 15-year-old girl at his flat.
Storm Ciara wreaks havoc in Poland
The toll of the storm reaches 871 damaged buildings, 12 injuries and three deaths.
