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French and other EU citizens in Poland: registering a stay beyond three months
Where to apply, which documents to prepare and which procedures to keep separate: a guide for French and other European Union citizens.
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A different Kraków: free visits and walks in Podgórze this weekend
On 26–27 September, explore Kraków’s right bank: open buildings on Saturday, guided walks on Sunday and an English-language option.
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Poland’s economy: consumer spending advances while employment remains under pressure
Three Statistics Poland indicators for the autumn: rising retail sales, falling enterprise-sector employment and construction growth year on year.
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Weekend ideas: active Warsaw and an outdoor outing in Kraków
Two confirmed events for 26–27 September: European Night of Sport in Warsaw and World Heart Day on Kraków’s Main Market Square.
Culture
Fifty years of KOR: when helping workers became a political act
Founded on 23 September 1976, the Workers’ Defence Committee holds an important place in the history of Poland’s democratic opposition.
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Polish roads: an experimental sign will combine speed monitoring and the speed limit
The project concerns selected motorway and expressway sections. Announced on 11 September, it returned to the news on 22 September.
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Polish healthcare: five bills target employment practices and pay transparency
The government has presented a healthcare reform package. Cabinet approval does not mean that the proposed rules are already in force.
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Fuel tax: Poland’s presidency calls for guarantees on how the money is used
After the Sejm vote, the presidency has challenged aspects of the bill and asked for a clearer link between the levy and lower fuel costs.
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Poland and Belarus hold talks in New York, with no reconciliation announced
The Polish and Belarusian foreign ministers discussed border issues and regional security on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.
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Poland briefing — Tuesday 22 September 2026
Healthcare, energy, transport and Baltic coast alerts: four useful developments to follow in Poland today.
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Kraków: free KMK buses and trams on Tuesday 22 September
KMK travel will be free throughout 22 September 2026 for European Car-Free Day. Here is what passengers need to know.
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Kraków: our picks for 21–27 September 2026
Craftsmanship, a Podgórze walk, family cinema and live music: a dated selection to help plan your week in Kraków.