05 Feb

Poland debates cutting benefits for Ukrainians as public support grows

A proposal by presidential candidate Rafał Trzaskowski, backed by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, to limit the number of beneficiaries of benefits for Polish residents has split the ruling coalition, although most Poles support it.

Written by Aleksandra Krzysztoszek | EURACTIV.pl

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