Rule of Law and Electoral Integrity in Poland

by name voted on 11.07.2023

Summary

The European Parliament expresses deep concern over the deterioration of the rule of law and electoral integrity in Poland, calling for urgent EU action to protect democratic values.

9 11.07.2023

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justice

election

government

human rights

european union

Key points

The European Parliament condemns the systematic efforts by the Polish government to undermine EU values and the rule of law.
The resolution emphasizes that compliance with the values of respect for human dignity and democracy is a requirement for all EU Member States.
Concerns are raised regarding recent changes to the Electoral Code that may discriminate against voters living abroad.
The new law regarding an investigative committee is viewed as a threat to legal certainty and the principle of non-retroactivity.

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Documents (PDFs)

MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the electoral law, the investigative committee and the rule of law in Poland MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the electoral law, the investigative committee and the rule of law in Poland The electoral law, the investigative committee and the rule of law in Poland

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