Jarosław Kaczyński accused those who refuse to vaccinate of being “selfish” and rejected the idea that it was a question of personal freedom.
Coronavirus
Thousands join anti-vaccine “freedom march” in Polish city
“We are the fourth wave,” chanted participants.
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Like Hungary, Poland has used the coronavirus to undermine democracy
Bartosz Węglarczyk
Passing changes to the electoral code in the middle of the night damages Polish democracy.
Polish government teams up with IBM to create coronavirus virtual assistant
The assistant, powered by IBM’s machine-learning technology, is answering thousands of questions a day.
Polish parliament passes coronavirus economic package, including price caps to avoid “speculation”
The measures were part of a broader package to mitigate the economic fallout from the coronavirus crisis.
President denies breaking rules on public gatherings by praying against coronavirus at shrine
At least ten people were in the chapel, but religious services are currently limited to five attendees.
Polish parliament approves moving its work online during coronavirus crisis
Many MPs argued that today’s session should itself have been held remotely.
Teachers, pupils and parents face challenges as online learning becomes law in Poland
Many, especially older teachers, are struggling to adapt.
Five questions about the implications of postponing Poland’s presidential elections
Piotr Trudnowski
Doing so would raise a number of difficult legal questions and have big political consequences.
Polish couple use 3D printers to produce protective masks for medical personnel
Łukasz and Justyna Więcek aim to 3D-print 1,200 protective visors, supplying hospitals in the entire region.
Poland restricts leaving home and gatherings of over two people in new coronavirus measures
Church services are also limited to five people and public transport will be restricted.
Most Poles want presidential elections postponed, but ruling party pushes ahead
Three new polls show a big majority in favour of postponement.
Poland and Ukraine cooperate to help Ukrainians get home amid coronavirus shutdown
As the pandemic worsens and borders begin to close, the Polish and Ukrainian governments are working together to help those among Poland’s large Ukrainian population return home if they wish.
Poland denies seizing 23,000 face masks destined for Italy
Authorities in the Lazio region claim the masks were seized by Polish customs.
