Meanwhile, the prosecutor general announced that he does not recognise as legitimate an order by the constitutional court to suspend the move.
rule of law
EU “pleased new Polish government determined to restore rule of law”, says visiting commissioner
Didier Reynders met with new Polish justice minister Adam Bodnar.
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EU launches infringement proceedings against Poland over “political control” of judges
The EU says a tough new disciplinary regime undermines judicial independence and violates European law.
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EU court orders Poland to suspend disciplinary regime for judges or face daily fines
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If EU imposes judicial reform on Poland, gay marriage will be next, warns justice minister
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