It is the first time in history that Poland has refused to comply with such measures, notes the European Court of Human Rights.
It is the first time in history that Poland has refused to comply with such measures, notes the European Court of Human Rights.
The European judges want to “prevent a decision to unblock EU funds for Poland” until concerns over the rule of law are fully addressed.
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“Only the name” of the National Council of the Judiciary remains the same as before.
Recent days have seen a rapid escalation of Poland’s judicial crisis, including decisions by the European Commission and Polish parliament.
Ministers claimed that the Venice Commission’s visit was “unofficial” and “private”.
Disciplinary proceedings have been launched against four judges who questioned the legitimacy of changes to the judiciary introduced by the government.
PiS claims the measures will prevent abuse of power, but one judge one says they are are akin to “the imposition of martial law in the judiciary”.