TVN24 News in English

TVN24 News in English

Business news. EU ready to spend billions to help Poland quit coal

Chance for Poland to quit using coal. Even up 100 billion euros from the European funds can be allocated to energy transformation. Yet, the Deputy PM Jacek Sasin speaks about a bright future of coal in Poland. Prices of Christmas shopping this year to be higher by 7 percent compared to last year. Business news from Poland with Mateusz Walczak.

Headmaster dismissed after simulated terrorist attack on school terrified students

A group of armed men wearing balaclavas and military outfits stormed into an elementary school in Barczewo and made noise with firecrackers. Some children panicked, one even jumped out of the window. The students had no idea that this was a planned simulation of terrorist attack ordered by the headmaster, who was dismissed shortly after the terrifying drill. The mayor of Barczewo also notified the prosecutor's office.

Business news. Poland needs 50 years to catch up with EU average wage

Fifty years - that's how long we have to wait earnings in Poland to reach the EU average. The cost of money in Poland remains unchanged - the Monetary Policy Council has decided. According to unofficial reports, the governement abandons plans to build block C in Ostrołęka Power Station. Business news with Mateusz Walczak.

"We won't be intimidated". Judge Krystian Markiewicz with 55 disciplinary charges

Chairman of Polish Judges' Association "Iustitia" Krystian Markiewicz has been accused of committing 55 disciplinary misconducts. Among them is inciting to disrespecting "of Poland's legal order" - informed the disciplinary spokesperson for common courts Piotr Schab. "If I were to stop defending the rule of law as a judge, then I'd rather cease to be a judge," Markiewicz said in response.

Senate Marshal Grodzki met with EP President Sassoli in Brussels

The Marshal of the Senate Tomasz Grodzki has met with the President of the European Parliament David Sassoli in Brussels. "It was a very nice, constructive meeting," said the Italian politician. Marshal Grodzki declared his readiness for cooperation between the Senate and the EU Parliament.

"I'm a victim of brutal political game". NIK chief issues a statement

"I was ready to submit resignation but I became a victim of brutal political game" - the President of the Supreme Audit Office (NIK) Marian Banaś said in a statement on Wednesday. He declared he was ready to asnwer any questions asked by investigators, and if need be, to give up his immunity. "I shall continue my mission with a sense of responsibility," he added.

Polish teens among the world's best in PISA test for 15-year-olds

Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA), organised by the OECD, tested the academic abilities of 15-year-olds. Science, math and reading comprehension are the subjects in which Polish middle schoolers found themselves ranked among the highest in Europe and the world.

Prosecutor to investigate chief auditor's asset declarations case

No, he still hasn't resigned. Marian Banaś continues to hold firm in his role as President of the Supreme Audit Office. Law and Justice is also holding out that he will step down. The opposition is also holding tight saying there is no way they will submit to changin the regulations governing his dismissal. Finally, the Prosecutor's Office in Białystok is investigating the allegations against the man that everyone wants to step aside.

Unique car for a unique cause. Tom Hanks restores legendary Syrenka

It's the second act for Tom Hanks in his automotive relationship with Poland. This time the Hollywood actor joined in a charitable campaign to save a children psychiatric ward in Bielsko-Biała. Hanks purchased a Polish Syrena and restored it at his own expense. The car will be auctioned off in the spring and the proceeds will go to the hospital.

Wild boars stormed a playground in Poznań

A sounder of wild boars invaded a pre-school playground in Poznań. Municipal police and gamekeepers were called in to deal with the unruly bunch. They decided to drive them back into the wild and no further incident was reported.

Law and Justice puts pressure on Marian Banaś to step down as NIK chief

Will Marian Banaś resign? The embroiled President of the Supreme Audit Office is still holding firm, despite the ruling party wanting him to go, for Law and Justice Marian Banaś is becoming a liability. The prime minister announced that he has a plan B to change the laws governing the president of Poland's most important supervisory institution. The opposition, however, says they will refuse such attempts.

Donald Tusk in TVN24: a new chapter in my life has just begun

"Presidency has never been an object of my desire," said Donald Tusk on Monday. The former European Council President, former Polish Prime Minister, and the newly appointed Chairman of the European People's Party was the guest in TVN24's "Fakty po Faktach". Mr Tusk shared his view on a number of topics, including situation in Polish justice system, controversy surrouding the head of the Supreme Audit Office, upcoming presidential election, and the need for a new political force in Poland. The interview coincided with his first day in office as the EPP chief. "A new chapter in my life has just begun," said Donald Tusk.