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.
COVID-19
Three quarters of Poland’s Covid council resign in protest at government inaction
They expressed frustration at the “growing tolerance” for Covid deniers and anti-vaccine sentiment.
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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.
Government announces further loosening of Covid restrictions in Poland
Children’s indoor play areas may reopen, trade fairs can again be organised, and limits on numbers at private events are loosened.
Poland to begin Covid vaccines for children aged 12+ from next week
The decision follows approval by the European Medicines Agency.
Poland reports lowest daily Covid infections since July
The number of deaths was also in single figures for the first time since September.
Polish archbishop thanks state oil firm for buying newspapers from German owner
He also criticised a German supermarket for evading Poland’s Sunday trading ban and praised the government for its Covid response.
Poland allows concerts to resume and changes quarantine rules for travellers
Twice as many fans will also be allowed to watch Poland’s warm-up matches before the European football championship.
Poland announces million-zloty lottery to boost Covid vaccine registration
All adults are now eligible for coronavirus vaccines but only half have registered.
“Breathalyser” device that detects Covid in under a minute to be tested at Polish airport
The Polish-made device has been hailed by President Duda.
Poland opens Covid vaccine registration to 16- and 17-year-olds
Poland is one the first countries in Europe where vaccination points will be displayed on Google maps.
Polish government urges doctors to contact over-60s who have not received Covid vaccine
Less than 60% of those aged over 80 have received a coronavirus vaccine in Poland, among the lowest figures in the EU.
Poland accelerates timetable for removing Covid restrictions
Cinemas and theatres will reopen a week earlier than planned, while some other restrictions will be lifted a day early.
Poles in Germany return home for “quicker, less bureaucratic” Covid vaccines
Hundreds have reportedly made the trip.
