Poland is experiencing by far its highest ever numbers of infections.
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Huge queues for Covid tests in Poland as infections surge
Some patients with referrals are having to wait hours outside testing centres.
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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.
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.”
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.
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.
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 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.
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.