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Pawel Bartoszek, chairman of the Polish parliament's foreign affairs committee, expressed serious concern over powerful figures mocking Iceland's sovereignty, referencing recent social media posts by US officials.
The Polish parliament was unable to overturn the presidential veto on a cryptocurrency regulation bill following contentious debates. Concurrently, a court approved the temporary detention of three suspects in the Zondacrypto fraud probe, while Maciej Berek was appointed to the Constitutional Tribunal.
Latest CBOS polling data reveals a decline in public trust toward President Karol Nawrocki, contrasting with improved approval ratings for the Polish parliament.
Sejm Marshal Włodzimierz Czarzasty confronts President Karol Nawrocky over the so-called parliamentary 'freezer', accusing the president of either being misled or deliberately lying about the matter.
Professor Jarosław Flis expressed strong surprise if six parties were to enter the Sejm, noting that the Civic Platform's success was largely driven by fear of PiS, which is now less effective after PiS's fragmentation.
The Polish Sejm is set to hold a public debate on guardianship reform, acknowledging the difficulty in replacing incapacitation laws. Progress on the rule of law legislation has been slow, indicating further delays for the reform.
A petition advocating for the installation of acoustic speed cameras, which measure noise levels, in Polish cities will be reviewed by the parliamentary infrastructure committee after being forwarded by the petitions committee.
The Polish Sejm is continuing work on two legislative proposals from Lewica and Polska 2050 aimed at tightening alcohol regulations, including bans on advertising, restrictions on sales at petrol stations and during night hours, and new obligations for sellers.
During the 35th Radio Maryja Family Pilgrimage at Jasna Góra, Father Tadeusz Rydzyk sharply criticized some parliamentarians, referring to them as "thugs in elegant ties" and speaking about public lies and criticism against the Church.
A new tax on the profits of fuel companies, intended to generate billions for the budget, has been passed by the Polish Parliament and now awaits President Karol Nawrocki's signature, who must also consider industry criticism.
The Polish Sejm has approved Senate amendments to the act on tourist events and related services, allowing travel agencies to offer vouchers to clients for cancelled trips.
Members of the Polish Parliament, Adrian Witczak (Civic Coalition) and Maciej Konieczny (Partia Razem), engaged in a heated debate on TVN24's "#BezKitu" program regarding healthcare reform, with discussions focusing on depoliticizing hospitals and changing their ownership system.
The Polish Sejm has passed a new tax on the extraordinary profits of fuel companies, expected to generate 4 billion PLN for the budget to offset costs from VAT and excise duty reductions.
Despite a storm in the Sejm (Polish Parliament) and a motion for rejection, the draft law on social security for artists will continue to be processed in the parliamentary culture committee.
A lively discussion took place in the Polish Sejm during the first reading of a bill that would allow for the collection of data on medical professionals' salaries using PESEL or PWZ numbers, with participants agreeing on the necessity of such data.
A June CBOS poll indicates that the Civic Coalition would receive the most support if parliamentary elections were held today, though its lead over Law and Justice is narrowing.
Katarzyna Kotula has filed a complaint with the parliamentary ethics committee after MP Łukasz Mejza invited patostreamers to the Sejm, with one individual, Daniel Zwierzyński (Daniel Magical), now banned from future visits.
An analysis of movable assets among Polish Sejm members by 'Rzeczpospolita' indicates that while some own luxury cars, works of art and expensive watches are the most significant investment items.
The Polish Sejm is discussing the 'Lex szarlatan' (Charlatan Law) project, which proposes millions in fines, immediate enforceability decisions, and new powers for the Patient Rights Ombudsman.
The Polish Sejm has postponed the mandatory appointment of student rights advocates in schools by two years, meaning they will not begin operations on September 1, 2026, as originally planned.
The Polish Sejm has passed a new law aimed at deregulating energy provisions, which includes simplifying electricity bills for households and liberalizing certain heating regulations.
The Polish parliament has passed a civil partnership law, but President Nawrocki has stated he will veto it, citing constitutional concerns.
The Polish Sejm is debating a government bill concerning the 'closest person', with Katarzyna Kotula from Lewica stating that 'everything that could arouse emotions has been removed', and Urszula Pasławska from PSL confirming that 'we have resigned from great ideological changes'.
The Polish Sejm has passed new legislation, including updated rules for tax formalities and the statute of limitations, as well as a new law specifically addressing cryptocurrencies. This marks the third attempt to approve the cryptocurrency legislation.
The Polish Sejm's Justice and Human Rights Committee presented a report on candidates for the National Council of the Judiciary (KRS). A vote on the selection, which should occur at the next session, might be postponed, potentially leading the President to question the council's legality.
A new political party poll indicates that four main parties would secure seats in the Polish Sejm. The survey provides an updated snapshot of the country's political landscape.
Polish Minister Radosław Sikorski has reportedly caused a dispute with Israel, following Israeli expectations for the Polish parliament regarding MP Berkowicz and calls for a comprehensive national plan to combat anti-Semitism.
The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement attacking Polish MP Konrad Berkowicz, stating 'there is no place for him in the Polish parliament,' to which Berkowicz responded, 'Poland is not and will not be your colony.'
A Polish Member of Parliament displayed an Israeli flag defaced with a swastika during a parliamentary session, stating that "Israel is the new Third Reich" and accusing it of genocide. The incident sparked widespread condemnation and occurred as the March of the Living was held in Poland.
A special parliamentary committee in Poland has rejected a motion to dismiss a draft bill concerning the status of a "close person" and has begun detailed work on its provisions, adopting several clarifying amendments.
The Polish parliament proceeded with the swearing-in of constitutional court judges, a move that reportedly defies the president and further complicates the country's rule-of-law crisis.
A new United Surveys poll for Wirtualna Polska indicates that neither the KO, Left, and PSL coalition nor the PiS and Konfederacja bloc would secure a majority in the Sejm, potentially leading to a stalemate.
According to "Rzeczpospolita," the Polish Sejm is set to resume work on projects aimed at liberalizing abortion law before the summer holidays, with political negotiations currently underway.
Petitions have been submitted to the Polish Sejm advocating for pension bonuses for parents, arguing that individuals combining parenthood with professional work should be rewarded.
Polish Sejm Marshal Włodzimierz Czarzasty publicly urged President Karol Nawrocki to make a decision and 'act as he should,' confirming he sent a letter appealing for action on an unspecified matter.
The Polish Sejm has decided that a new law allowing divorces to be obtained at civil registry offices, not just district courts, will come into effect on January 1, earlier than the initially planned 12 months after publication.
Former Deputy Speaker of the Sejm, Ryszard Terlecki, no longer sits next to Jarosław Kaczyński in the Polish parliament, as a new figure appeared in the seat during Wednesday's session.
The parliamentary majority in Poland is reportedly preparing a resolution for the upcoming Sejm session that would allow for immediate personnel changes in the Constitutional Tribunal, specifically targeting its president, Bogdan Święczkowski.
The Polish Sejm adopted Senate amendments to the SAFE program implementation act, a 17-year-old was charged and confessed to a double murder in Kadłub, and the Sejm passed a resolution regarding the National Council of the Judiciary (KRS).
The Polish Sejm has passed an amendment to the law on the National School of Judiciary and Public Prosecution, granting graduates three chances to pass judicial and prosecutorial exams, up from the current two.
The Polish parliament has approved an EU defence loan, but the president retains the power to veto it.
Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk rejected a previous draft of the State Labor Inspectorate (PIP) reform. The Sejm has now decided to proceed with a new project for further work in committee, despite opposition calls for rejection.
The Polish parliament is set to adopt the amended SAFE Act for defense funding this week, but delays in establishing disbursement rules could hinder negotiations with the defense industry, putting 180 billion PLN for defense at risk.
The Polish parliament is reviewing a petition to restrict how lawyer information is gathered and published, aiming to curb what critics describe as self-censorship by the legal bar association.
The Polish parliament voted to appoint Maciej Berek, a close ally of the prime minister, as a new judge on the Constitutional Tribunal. In separate proceedings, lawmakers also successfully overturned presidential vetoes related to cryptocurrency regulation.
A parliamentary interpellation questions whether the feminine noun "osoba" (person) is truly gender-neutral in official job postings and labor regulations.
The Rozwój Plus parliamentary club convened to select candidates for the position of deputy marshal of the Sejm, with several senior members reportedly vying for the influential legislative post.
A candidate nominated to lead Poland's Institute of National Remembrance (IPN) has been rejected in a rare clash between the two houses of parliament, leaving the institute without a head since its previous leader became president.
A Polish parliamentary commission has approved the lifting of immunity for Coalition of Citizens MP Wojciech Król, who is being prosecuted by the European Public Prosecutor's Office for two alleged offenses.
A new poll reveals the potential composition of the Polish Parliament following a split within the PiS party, for the first time including Mateusz Morawiecki's 'Rozwój Plus' party.
The Polish parliamentary justice and human rights committee has positively reviewed the candidacy of Sylwia Gregorczyk-Abram, proposed by KO and Lewica, for the position of Human Rights Defender, while her opponent Borowski received a negative opinion.
The conflict between Ukraine and Poland is intensifying, with millions of Ukrainians living in Poland potentially becoming a key factor in next year's Polish parliamentary elections as anti-Kyiv sentiment grows on the right.
During a parliamentary discussion on implementing the EU's Digital Services Act (DSA) in Poland, questions arose about ensuring swift court procedures for blocking online content. The Ministry of Digitization stated the law aims to enhance online safety.
The Polish Sejm has approved legislation for Personal Investment Accounts (Osobiste Konto Inwestycyjne), allowing individuals to invest up to 100,000 PLN without incurring the 'Belka tax' on gains. This aims to encourage personal investment.
The ruling coalition in Poland is preparing to revisit the topic of abortion, possibly this autumn, with a new poll indicating strong support among its voters but a divided public opinion across the country.
The Polish Sejm has passed a law allowing for the collection and linking of medical professionals' salary information with their PESEL identification numbers.
The Sejm's Public Finance Committee has adopted amendments to a bill on extraordinary profits for fuel companies, but parts of the fuel industry and opposition argue that the proposed tax is unconstitutional and would result in double taxation.
Polish Parliament Speaker Włodzimierz Czarzasty will meet with 16-year-old Artem from Ukraine, who was severely beaten by a group of Polish teenagers on the Świętokrzyski Bridge over a month ago.
Polish lawmakers are finalizing legislation that would introduce a five-year prison sentence for individuals engaged in patostreaming. An expert from NASK highlighted the critical role of user input in combating this dangerous online phenomenon.
The Greek Parliament approved a bill for the definitive licensing of regional television channels, a move hailed as a historic institutional change after 28 years. The legislation passed with cross-party support.
The Polish parliamentary rules, deputies' affairs, and immunity committee has recommended waiving the immunity of PiS MP Zbigniew Ziobro to allow for criminal prosecution. The case is linked to a private indictment filed by a prosecutor.
The Polish parliamentary investigative committee on the Pegasus spyware is set to adopt its final report project by late June or early July, with the public part of the document spanning approximately 300 pages.
The Polish Sejm has passed a law exempting passenger cars towing caravans from national road tolls, specifically when the permissible total weight of such a vehicle combination exceeds 3.5 tons.
The Polish parliament has approved a bill that would grant same-sex partners some rights available to married couples through a contract, but the president has pledged to veto the legislation.
The Polish Sejm has voted to lift the parliamentary immunity of former Justice Minister Zbigniew Ziobro. This decision paves the way for legal proceedings against him, reportedly in connection with a defamation case involving Dorota Wysocka-Sznepf.
The Polish parliament has selected new members for a disputed judicial body, a move declared "illegal" by the opposition, as it proceeded despite a constitutional court injunction.
The Polish Sejm has passed a bill mandating the chipping and registration of dogs and cats in an electronic system, also setting maximum costs for these services, with the project now awaiting presidential approval.
The Polish parliamentary justice committee has finalized a list of 15 judge-candidates for the National Council of the Judiciary, including nominees from PiS and Konfederacja.
A parliamentary bill in Poland aims to comprehensively regulate the legal status of housing cooperative lands, potentially easing the burden on courts.
The article discusses the implications of no-confidence motions against ministers in Poland, analyzing political calculations, coalition tensions, and how social initiatives become arenas for political maneuvering.
Karol Nawrocki explained his selection process for Constitutional Tribunal judges and accused the Sejm (Polish parliament) of wrongdoing. Experts, however, dismissed his arguments as 'magical thinking'.
Polish political figures, including Donald Tusk and Włodzimierz Czarzasty, are discussing and preparing a motion to bring former Justice Minister Zbigniew Ziobro before the State Tribunal. The Speaker of the Sejm has provided new information regarding the process.
US President Donald Trump said Saturday that the United States was in "deep negotiations" with Iran in Pakistan, stressing that "we win" regardless of what happens in the high-stakes talks aimed at…
Following the introduction of an alcohol sales ban in the Polish Sejm, members of parliament are spending less in the parliamentary restaurants, according to RMF FM.
Polish parliamentary committees are reviewing a proposal to make Good Friday a statutory public holiday, a change that would affect most workers who currently treat it as a normal working day.
The Polish Sejm has passed a government bill aimed at reducing fuel prices, with potential drops of up to 1.20 PLN per liter, following an expedited legislative process.
The Polish parliament has announced it will not process the president’s bill proposing to replace EU defence loans with central bank profits, citing preliminary analysis that suggests the bill may be unconstitutional.
The government says it will ease the burden on courts but the opposition warns it will damage the institution of marriage.
Work has begun on new legislation to make it more difficult to form parliamentary groups in the Sejm, as critics argue many of the nearly 300 existing groups serve little purpose beyond enhancing deputies' business cards.
Former Polish parliament member Jacek Wilk, associated with the Confederation party, claims that Poland has a legal obligation to support Iran due to a friendship treaty signed over a century ago.
The Speaker of the lower house of the Polish parliament, Wlodzimierz Czarzasty, met with Romanian President Nicusor Dan in Warsaw to discuss ongoing support for Ukraine.
The Polish parliament has approved the SAFE (Security Action for Europe) program, a military spending initiative worth nearly 44 billion euros for defense acquisitions and investments, now awaiting presidential decision.
The opposition, with which President Nawrocki is aligned, has urged him to veto the bill.
The Polish Sejm has rejected a no-confidence motion against Agriculture Minister Stefan Krajewski, which was put forward by Law and Justice (PiS) MPs.
A group of city councilors from the Lewica-Miasto Jest Nasze club has submitted a petition to the Polish Parliament, signed by 20,000 people, advocating for the installation of acoustic speed cameras in Polish cities.
Polish Sejm Marshal Włodzimierz Czarzasty signed a declaration in Kyiv with Ukrainian Verkhovna Rada Chairman Ruslan Stefanchuk, expressing support for Ukraine's accession to the European Union.
A dispute has emerged in the Polish Sejm regarding alleged errors in parliamentary voting procedures and the legitimacy of certain political oaths. Opposition leaders have called for investigations into the procedural breakdown, sparking heated debate among lawmakers.
A Polish parliamentary committee has approved lawyer Maciej Berek’s candidacy for the Constitutional Tribunal despite ongoing debates regarding his professional qualifications. Legal experts and opposition figures argue the appointment exceeds appropriate boundaries for the judicial body.
The Rozwój Plus party has nominated Marcin Horała as its candidate for the position of deputy marshal in the Polish parliament.
If the government's proposed tax reform is implemented, parliamentarians will also benefit, with professional MPs expected to gain an annual financial advantage of 3600 PLN, according to tax advisor Monika Spotowska.
Journalist Tomasz Sianecki recalled his late colleague Andrzej Morozowski, who was proud to have the first Centertel mobile phone in the Sejm (Polish Parliament) in the 1990s, highlighting his role in building prestige.
The Polish Sejm (parliament) is set to renovate its members' rooms, with a 1.3 million PLN tender for new furniture, marking an end to the 'Gierek era' style reminiscent of late PRL.
The Polish Sejm has passed an amendment allowing taxpayers to check their VAT status up to five years retrospectively and enabling e-clearance through KAS IT tools.
Participants at a roundtable in the Polish parliament agreed that healthcare reform requires a long-term plan extending beyond a single term and political election cycle, emphasizing the need for cross-party cooperation.
The Polish Sejm has adopted government legislation aimed at streamlining the preparation and implementation of nuclear energy investments, potentially shortening construction times by two years.
Polish parliamentary committees have approved the financial plan for the National Health Fund (NFZ), despite strong criticism from the opposition. Opponents argue the plan is a fiction with a 20 billion PLN deficit, even as revenues are increasing.
A new poll indicates that while the Civic Coalition leads, the Konfederacja party could play a decisive role in forming a parliamentary majority in Poland, based on a simulation of mandate distribution.
After over six months of work, a special parliamentary subcommittee in Poland has failed to produce results on three personal assistance bill projects, leaving people with disabilities losing hope.
The Polish Parliament is currently debating proposed subsidies for artists' social security contributions, a topic that has divided members of parliament. Work on the legislation is now underway in the Sejm.
A parliamentary commission in Poland, tasked with addressing allegations of mobbing within the Child Ombudsman's office, voted against discussing the matter, as reported by TVN24.
The Polish Parliament includes numerous real estate millionaires, with members owning houses, tenements, apartments, and land. Some parliamentarians earn substantial income from renting out their properties.
The bill on the status of a 'closest person' is awaiting a decision from President Karol Nawrocki. A meeting between PSL MP Urszula Pasławska and President Nawrocki is scheduled for next week to discuss the signing of the bill, according to Deputy Speaker Piotr Zgorzelski.
The Polish Parliament has rejected a motion to lift the immunity of Sławomir Mentzen, meaning he will not face criminal charges for lighting a flare during the Independence March. Members of the Razem party were instrumental in saving his immunity.
Paweł Kowal, head of the Polish parliamentary foreign affairs committee, stated that Poland deserves to be the focus of US support on NATO's eastern flank. He shared this positive message after a recent visit to the US Congress.
Polish lawmakers are moving to amend the electoral code to eliminate the loophole of 'ghost committees' that registered candidates en masse in last year's presidential elections without actually fielding them.
The prosecutor's office has dropped proceedings initiated after a scuffle involving actor Jacek Kopczyński and PiS MPs Dariusz Matecki and Krzysztof Ciecióra, which occurred a year ago in the parliamentary restaurant.
Poland's Parliament has passed a civil partnership law, but conservative President Karol Nawrocki has declared he will not promulgate it.
Polish members of parliament voted on Friday to pass a new law concerning the status of a close person.
The Polish parliament selected new members for a disputed judicial body despite a court injunction, a move declared "illegal" by the opposition. In response, Dagmara Pawełczyk-Woicka resigned as Chairman of the National Council of the Judiciary (KRS) and requested a meeting of the body in its previous composition.
A verbal exchange occurred between Mariusz Błaszczak and Sejm Marshal Włodzimierz Czarzasty in the Polish parliament, just before a vote on new members for the National Council of the Judiciary. Czarzasty recounted a conversation with Błaszczak regarding statements made by PiS MPs.
The Polish Sejm has forwarded four cryptocurrency market bills for further work, marking the third attempt to regulate the market after two previous laws were vetoed.
The Polish Sejm rejected a vote of no confidence against Climate and Environment Minister Paulina Hennig-Kloska. Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that the outcome confirmed the full unity of the ruling coalition.
The Presidium of the Polish Sejm has unanimously decided to punish Law and Justice (PiS) MPs Dariusz Matecki and Michał Woś. The disciplinary action was taken after they brought posters featuring Donald Tusk and Monika Wielichowska with a convicted PO activist into the parliamentary chamber.
A lawyer commented on a parliamentary oath-taking ceremony, suggesting it was a "complete curiosity" and lacked the presence of a figure like Karol Nawrocki, implying a critique of the proceedings.
Donald Trump removed an image depicting him as Jesus after facing indignation from the religious right, further escalating a public dispute with Pope Leo. The controversy saw Pope Leo respond to Trump's criticisms, while Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni also condemned Trump's remarks.
The Polish Sejm is set to review a petition, supported by over a thousand individuals, that seeks to restrict the practice of exorcisms within Poland, a topic that has recently gained media attention.
An opinion piece suggests that beyond the two commonly assumed scenarios for Poland's next parliamentary elections—a reactivation of the October 15 coalition or a right-wing government—there's a third possibility where all parties might ultimately lose.
The lower house of the Polish parliament has approved a bill to introduce a cap on fuel prices, with lawmakers voting 428–12 in favor.
The formation of Poland's National Council of the Judiciary (KRS) will proceed through the election of its members by the Sejm, the lower house of the Polish Parliament.
Polish Sejm Marshal Włodzimierz Czarzasty has sent a letter to President Karol Nawrocki regarding the appointment of judges to the Constitutional Tribunal, while the Internal Security Agency (ABW) has notified the prosecutor's office about a potential crime.
The Polish parliament has approved the abolition of the anti-corruption agency (CBA), with the government arguing it became politicized under the former PiS administration. A presidential veto is anticipated.
The Polish Sejm has passed a bill to reform the State Labor Inspectorate, allowing it to convert improperly concluded civil law contracts into employment contracts, a reform that previously sparked controversy.
Work is underway in the Polish Sejm on a government bill to amend the State Labor Inspectorate Act, marking the largest systemic reform of labor inspection in about two decades.
A new Instytut Pollster survey indicates that Koalicja Obywatelska (Civic Coalition) leads in the Polish parliament, with its support remaining stable, while the Polish People's Party (PSL) saw the largest increase.
The move is an attempt by the government to bypass the president's veto on reform of the National Council of the Judiciary.
A European Commission official noted a slowdown in Ukraine's reform efforts over the past six months, which are crucial for its EU accession process. Meanwhile, the Polish parliament adopted a resolution expressing solidarity with Ukraine on the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale aggression.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski, speaking in the Sejm (Polish parliament) on 26 February, praised Ukrainian immigrants for their high level of economic activity in Poland, noting that they…
A new Ipsos poll for TVP Info indicates that six parties would enter the Polish Sejm if elections were held now, with Konfederacja showing twice the support of Grzegorz Braun's party and a narrow gap between the top two contenders.