The government’s spokesman condemned the decision as a “usurpation of power and attempt to undermine the justice system”.
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Polish justice ministry presents “compromise” plan to overhaul judicial body
The government wants to ensure that the body responsible for nominating judges is independent of politicians.
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EU Parliament calls for Poland and Hungary’s funds to be blocked until rule-of-law issues resolved
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Part of European Human Rights Convention inconsistent with Polish constitution, rules top court
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European Parliament calls on EU to block funds for rule-of-law violators
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European court rules EU can block funds over rule of law, rejecting Poland and Hungary’s appeals
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