The 2,500 judges would be divided into three categories – green, yellow and red – on the basis of how they were appointed.
national council of the judiciary
Polish court for first time removes judges appointed after previous government’s reforms
The government that succeeded PiS has pointed to various Polish and European court rulings finding that such judges hold their positions illegitimately.
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Poland’s judicial council no longer consistent with constitution, finds Supreme Court
“Only the name” of the National Council of the Judiciary remains the same as before.
Doubts over Polish courts’ independence are undermining European Arrest Warrant system
Małgorzata Szuleka
The government’s actions have caused a legal storm throughout the EU.
Poland’s courts struggling to cope with record case load and judicial vacancies: report
New data show a mounting case load for judges.
Poland’s hidden corruption
Grzegorz Makowski
While perception of everyday corruption is shrinking, it is becoming ingrained in the political and administrative system.
PM challenges validity of Supreme Court judgement amid escalation in battle for Poland’s courts
Recent days have seen a rapid escalation of Poland’s judicial crisis, including decisions by the European Commission and Polish parliament.
Disciplinary proceedings launched to suspend judges who questioned government reforms
Disciplinary proceedings have been launched against four judges who questioned the legitimacy of changes to the judiciary introduced by the government.
Supreme Court ruling deals blow to Polish government’s judicial reforms
The Supreme Court’s disciplinary chamber should not be recognised as a court, and the judiciary council is not independent, finds a new ruling.
