POLAND: Contentious vote pushes United Right coalition to the brink of collapse
A contentious vote on a bill regarding animal rights has triggered the deepest crisis of the United Right coalition government to date. However, since breaking the coalition agreement would leave the ruling Law and Justice (PiS) and its two junior coalition partners more vulnera… Become a member to read the rest of this article […]
POLAND: Duda’s victory paves the way for PiS rule until 2023
According to preliminary data from the National Electoral Commission (PKW), incumbent President Andrzej Duda – supported by the ruling Law and Justice (PiS) party – narrowly won the second round of the presidential election held yesterday, 12 July. With nearly all ballots counted… Become a member to read the rest of this article
POLAND: Parity ahead of crucial runoff on Sunday
Neither of the candidates holds a distinct advantage ahead the second round of the presidential election scheduled for Sunday, 12 July. Incumbent Andrzej Duda’s victory would mean policy continuity policy, including a further erosion of democratic institutions, keeping tensi… Become a member to read the rest of this article
POLAND: A tight second round ahead despite Duda’s strong performance
As expected, President Andrzej Duda (supported by the ruling Law and Justice, PiS) won the first round of the presidential election on 28 June but failed to secure an outright majority of votes. The incumbent will face the opposition Civic Platform’s (PO) candidate Rafal Trzaskow… Become a member to read the rest of this […]
POLAND: Conflict over judiciary reforms escalates ahead of presidential polls
The ongoing stand-off between the government and the Supreme Court is creating increasing uncertainty in the judiciary system, which could start hurting the country’s business environment. Moreover, while the ruling Law and Justice (PiS) will push forward the contentious judicia… Become a member to read the rest of this article
POLAND: Judicial reform returns to spotlight
Despite domestic and international criticism, the ruling Law and Justice (PiS) party will likely advance new disciplinary measures for judges along with a raft of other changes in the area of the judiciary. The move will reinforce concerns about the quality of democratic ins… Become a member to read the rest of this article