Almost 520,000 people died in Poland last year.
COVID-19
Priest and two soldiers among five arrested for trading fake Covid passports in Poland
They are accused of charging between 100 and 1,000 zloty to around 100 people for fake documents, and could face prison sentences of one to 10 years.
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Poland introduces free preventive healthcare scheme for over 40s
The system will offer a package of between 8 and 12 test types tailored to each patient.
Court acquits restaurant for operating during Poland’s “unconstitutional” lockdown
They are the latest business owners to successfully challenge Poland’s coronavirus restrictions.
Polish government begins calling unvaccinated people to encourage registration
A million calls will be made, at first to those who have previously declared an interest in vaccination.
Poland reports no daily Covid deaths for first time since March 2020
The number of new infections was also the lowest since March last year.
Poland introduces mandatory seven-day quarantine for UK arrivals
“We have to take care of the citizens of our country,” says the health minister.
Polish pool denies discrimination after creating separate queue for vaccinated bathers
Fully vaccinated people are not included in attendance limits at swimming pools.
Missing mass again a mortal sin in Poland as church withdraw Covid dispensation
“Participation is not only an obligation, but also a loving meeting with Jesus Christ, the doctor of our souls and bodies.”
Poland “very close to” Covid herd immunity with 60% vaccinated or recently infected, says minister
Poland has dealt with several outbreaks of the Delta variant, Niedzielski said.
More people allowed in churches, hotels and gyms as Poland further loosens Covid restrictions
Limits on attendance of cinemas, theatres and stadiums will also be eased.
Polish government denies reports it is suspending AstraZeneca vaccines
Delivery delays and low public interest have reduced take-up of the jabs.
Majority of Poles wants PM to stand trial over “unlawfully” organised elections, finds poll
A court has previously found that Morawiecki unlawfully tried to organise postal elections, and the state auditor notified prosecutors of a crime.
How has the coronavirus pandemic crisis affected Polish politics?
Aleks Szczerbiak
A continuing crisis could undercut the government’s recovery plans and exacerbate tensions in the ruling camp.
