Infections have again begun to rise.

Infections have again begun to rise.
The Omicron wave could “paralyse not only the healthcare system, but also other infrastructure critical to the functioning of society”, say experts.
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The figure was, however, influenced by delayed reporting over Easter.
Educational institutions remain closed, as do hotels, cultural and sports facilities, and many businesses.
Adam Niedzielski also warned that tougher restrictions are now impossible due to “a lack of social discipline”.
Surprise at the unannounced decision prompted officials to deny it was an April Fool’s joke.
The government is abandoning the existing schedule to offer a more “flexible approach”.
There will be exceptions for vaccinated people, as well as some transport drivers and students.
Some opposition figures have criticised the decision not to introduce tougher restrictions.
Poland’s positive test rate is the worst among all countries included.
Poland recorded its highest ever number of new infections today.
Almost 30,000 new infections were reported today.
Unlike other European countries, Poland did not suspend its AstraZeneca jabs.
Bartłomiej Biga
The government has lost social trust.