However, to become law the bill must be signed by President Andrzej Duda.
Society
Polish government approves changes to remove political influence over judicial council
Some of the changes, such as taking away the right of citizens to nominate candidates, have been heavily criticised.
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Large majority of Poles view government’s judicial policies negatively, find new polls
Three quarters hold a negative view of the changes while 57% say they have subordinated the judiciary to political control.
Polish hospital refused abortion against psychiatrists’ advice for fear of prosecution
A woman was left suicidal after her foetus was diagnosed with a fatal defect, but her hospital refused an abortion, citing the new law.
Santas parade on bikes and boards as Poland celebrates St Nicholas Day
St Nicholas Day is an important date in Poland, and a number of charity events raised money and collected gifts for children.
Poland’s most beautiful towns: 10 smaller spots to add to your travel wish list
Shannon Listopad
Poland offers many interesting spots off the beaten path.
Kurdish woman who miscarried after crossing Belarus border dies in Polish hospital
The 38-year-old is survived by her husband and five children, who have applied for asylum in Poland.
Unvaccinated and proud: why Poland’s highlanders are refusing to get jabbed
Natalia Parzygnat
In some parts of the mountainous Podhale region, vaccination rates are below 25%.
Belarusian KGB used fake Facebook accounts to fuel border crisis with Poland, says Meta
The profiles criticised Poland and accused it of abusing migrants.
EU to toughen asylum rules to help Poland and Baltic states deal crisis at Belarus border
Asylum requests can only be lodged at designated locations and it will be easier to return people whose applications have been rejected.
Preschools can give priority in recruitment to vaccinated children, top Polish court rules
A number of cities in Poland have tried to ban or restrict the entry of unvaccinated children to preschools and nurseries.
Polish city to punish officials behind bus “shelters of shame” that lack roofs and benches
The city initially defended the shelters, which cost 1.5 million zloty, but has now pledged to remove some of them.
Death of pregnant woman in Polish hospital due to “wrong decisions” by doctors, finds inspection
Protesters have blamed her death on the abortion law, but conservatives point to doctor error.
Polish city wins awards for “trailblazing” cargo bike sustainable mobility projects
Gdynia won environment ministry and EU prizes for its sustainable urban mobility schemes.
