Poland's right-wing has proposed simplifying the rules on gun ownership and shortening the procedure for applying for a gun permit, as Russia's attack on Ukraine has renewed discussions about the country's strict gun ownership laws

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  The country has the lowest level of labour market slack in the European Union, the measure of unmet labour demand, which indicates the percentage of people willing to work but unable to find a job, according to new Eurostat data for 2023

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  Poland has started implementing the Eastern Shield project on the border with Russia and Belarus; it includes the construction of a system of fortifications, bases and logistical hubs; it plans to invest more than $2,5 billion in the period 2024-2028

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  The Russian consulate in Poznań, one of three in the country, has been closed upon order of Foreign Minister in retaliation for the acts and attempts of sabotage of the last months, possibly in connection with the passage of Western weapons for Ukraine

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  Biedronka, the largest supermarket chain, has been fined €116 million for forcing suppliers to discount their products after delivery; Competition and Consumer Protection said it is an "important signal for the market, especially for larger companies"

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