Poles spend 60 per cent of their pre-pandemic time in the office

87 per cent of employers are encouraging employees to return to the office and 33 per cent have made office attendance mandatory in various forms, according to a recent report by JLL. The publication indicated that Poles spend 60 per cent of their pre-pandemic time in the office.more

Prime Minister Donald Tusk is trusted by 45 per cent of those polled, President Andrzejuda by 44.5 per cent and Sejm Speaker Szymon Hołownia by 44.4 per cent. - according to the April IBRiS poll for the Onet portal. Outside the podium was the current leader of the ranking - Warsaw Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski.more

This year, 60 per cent of respondents are not planning a trip for May, according to a survey commissioned by Wiener. It noted that two years ago, 47 per cent of respondents made such a decision.more

Discrimination against women, threats to judicial independence and excessive use of force by the police are examples of human rights violations in Poland, pointed out by the US Department of State in its report for 2023. The document contains an analysis of the situation in over 200 countries and regions of the world.more

According to a United Surveys survey conducted for DGP and RMF FM, Poles are more likely to say they support investment in the development of low-cost rental housing (45 per cent) than subsidies for housing loan instalments (29 per cent).more

More than half of Poles do not want a ban on alcohol sales at petrol stations, according to an IBRiS poll for Radio ZET. More than 40 percent of respondents are in favour of the restriction. 5% of respondents have no opinion on the subject.more

Flixbus announced the opening of a new direct connection from Warsaw to London in May. Passengers will spend 27 hours on the route, of which two hours will be taken by ferry.more

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will pay his first visit to Poland today. It is part of a series of intensive bilateral contacts, which gained momentum especially after the Russian attack on Ukraine in February 2022.more

People aged 60+ want to employ 22 per cent of companies, according to a recently published survey. The economic activity of people aged between 55 and 64 is lower in Poland than the EU average. The situation could be improved by subsidising the employment of older people, it was reported.more

In the first quarter of 2024, Poles were generally satisfied with the life of them and their families, according to a CBOS analysis. The situation in workplaces was also assessed positively. However, the political situation in recent months has been perceived critically.more

The obligation for taxi drivers to have a Polish driving license, which enters into force on June 17, 2024, may result in several thousand drivers disappearing from the market. As a result, by 10-20 percent the number of available transport services in large cities will decrease, the prices of services will increase and budget revenues will decrease - according to a new report.more

Only 51 per cent of Poles maintain a positive view of the European Union. 38 percent relate to it neutrally, and 11 percent. - negatively. In ten member states, the Community enjoys a better rating, 'Rzeczpospolita' reported today.more

Italy, Spain and Greece are the most popular tourist destinations from Poland for this year's May holiday, according to Ryanair data. According to the carrier, flights to Italian and Greek islands are becoming increasingly popular.more

A study has evaluated everything from rainfall and car free places to walking trails and general safety.more

Poles are not afraid that the war that is taking place in Ukraine will move to our country. In two years, the feeling of security has improved, reports today's 'Rzeczpospolita'.more

The number of foreigners transferred to Poland under readmission, the so-called Dublin III agreement and other agreements and arrangements is increasing, according to data provided by the Border Guard. The reason is, among other things, migration pressure.more

51 per cent of respondents answered 'no' or 'rather not' to the question of whether the ruling coalition is fulfilling its election promises, according to an Ipsos poll for OKO.press and TOK FM. Among the dissatisfied are voters of the Left and the Third Way, the commentary indicated.more

Elana Milmann, 77, from Israel, and Juliusz Gorzkoś, 72, from Sierpc, who recently discovered they were siblings, were due to meet in Warsaw yesterday. The meeting did not take place, hampered by Iran's overnight attack on Israel.more

72 per cent of respondents are not concerned that the 4-day week will result in reduced productivity, 19 per cent of respondents hold the opposite view, according to the ClickMeeting survey. At the same time, 24 per cent of those questioned believe they have too many responsibilities at work.more

Poland will be the second largest bail system country in Europe from 2025. 'We are creating a huge circular economy project for packaging,' stated Marcel Rakowski, president of PolKa - Polska Kaucja, one of the system operators in Poland. The deposit system will force a change in consumer habits, he pointed out.more

Positive or neutral attitudes towards employees from Ukraine are held by 78 per cent of employers; 41 per cent of the general public believe that there is a lower increase in wages due to Ukrainian immigrants, according to data presented in the 'Polish Labour Market Barometer' report by Personnel Service.more

Poland was ranked 23rd in the ranking of the most attractive countries for investors in the world - according to the FDI Confidence Index ranking prepared by Kearney experts. Among emerging markets, Poland ranks 7th.more

Poles' assessments of the material situation of their households have improved; 52 per cent say they live at an average level, according to a CBOS survey published yesterday. A modest life was indicated by 14 per cent of respondents, while 1 per cent said they were living very poorly.more

From June 17, every driver employed to transport people in Poland will have to have a Polish driving license. The TOR Economic Advisory Team estimates that, as a result, course prices may increase by up to 50%. - reports "Dziennik Gazeta Prawna".more

A poll by the Pollster Research Institute for the 'Super Express' shows that 54 per cent of respondents are in favour of the availability of the morning-after pill without a prescription, according to yesterday's 'Super Express'.more

PiS recorded the highest support among rural residents, while the Civic Coalition won in cities. The larger the cities, the more KO's advantage grew - according to an exit poll conducted yesterday by Ipsos. KO's electorate predominates among company owners, directors and students; PiS was voted for by, among others, farmers and retirees.more