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On Saturday, October 17, 2026, the 20th anniversary of the National Representation of Doctoral Students (KRD) was celebrated in Warsaw. Minister Marcin Kulasek and experts discussed the reform of doctoral schools and planned changes in the status of doctoral students.
The Chairman of UOKiK published the guide 'Shopping from Asia?' and graphic materials warning about online frauds on October 16, 2026. The publication aims to raise consumer awareness, particularly among seniors, regarding dangerous stores and dropshipping mechanisms.
Speaker of the Sejm assessed the country's economic situation at the Baltic Economic Congress 2026. He highlighted the importance of Pomeranian ports for foreign trade and deregulation led by the parliament.
The President of UOKiK accused Canal+ Polska of misleading customers regarding the availability time of a sports package. The authority is also investigating changes in access to LaLiga matches. If irregularities are confirmed, a fine of up to 10% of turnover may be imposed.
International workshops on detecting and preventing bid rigging were held in Warsaw, with participation from experts at UOKiK, OECD, the European Commission, and authorities from several European countries.
The Commercial Inspection at UOKiK published a report on the inspection of 10 chainsaw models. Defects such as damage after a drop and incorrect guards were detected, which may pose a threat to users.
The President of UOKiK deemed 21 clauses in Nasz Prąd contracts as prohibited. A fine of PLN 21,475,000 was imposed on the company. Inquiry proceedings regarding sales practices are ongoing.
The President of UOKiK accuses Google of unfair negotiations with Polish media publishers. The tech giant allegedly concealed key data necessary for calculating compensation for press content.
UOKiK and the Trade Inspection controlled 12 models of baby cribs and 17 pacifiers. Four cribs posed a risk of a child falling out, and two holders presented a strangulation risk. Proceedings are underway with a possible fine of up to 1 million PLN.
On Wednesday, October 14, 2026, the third edition of a conference dedicated to the development of the mineral sector took place in the Sejm. Participants discussed barriers to investment and the results of a CBOS survey concerning social acceptance of mining.
On October 14, Maciej Berek was handed the resolution appointing him as a Constitutional Tribunal judge at the Sejm. Marshal Włodzimierz Czarzasty stated that the parliament's role is complete and that the Presidential Chancellery's accusations are unfounded.
Junior Aspirant Paweł Marcinowski from the Grębocice Police Post won a bronze medal at the Mundurowy Festiwal Mocy in Krakow. The event brought together 280 athletes from various services and marked the 100th anniversary of sports in the Police.
