Michał Woś is accused of abusing his powers while serving as deputy justice minister in the former PiS government.
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Former ruling PiS party refuses to testify before committee investigating its use of Pegasus spyware
PiS says it must comply with an order issued by the constitutional court to suspend the operation of the commission.
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Changes to electoral code paving way for May presidential elections passed by Polish parliament
The opposition warns that the changes could invalidate elections.
Polish parliament approves moving its work online during coronavirus crisis
Many MPs argued that today’s session should itself have been held remotely.
Special act anticipating coronavirus outbreak passed in Polish parliament
Employees should work from home, and a number of laws would be suspended.
Polish ruling party grants more funds to state media described as “propaganda mouthpieces”
PiS argues the money is need to compensate for declining revenues, but critics claim it will be used for government propaganda.
Left-wing MPs call for removal of Christian cross from Polish parliament
The suggestion has met with an angry response from the conservative ruling party, with one MP saying it will happen “over my dead body”.
How will Poland’s Law and Justice party govern during its second term?
Aleks Szczerbiak
Poland’s ruling party faces fresh political and economic challenges in its second term of office.
Controversial ruling party nominees elected to Poland’s Constitutional Tribunal
Amid heated scenes during a late-night debate, a narrow majority of MPs have voted to elect candidates nominated by PiS to the Constitutional Tribunal.
PiS faces opposition from coalition partner over social insurance increase
PiS wants to abolish the upper limit on social-insurance (ZUS) contributions from high earners, but faces opposition from a coalition partner.
A short guide to the Polish political scene
Monika Prończuk
As parliament reconvenes, we guide you through the various parties, their positions, and what to expect in the new term.
