Poland's PM Tusk defends constitutional court overhaul amid protests
Prime minister says reform is necessary to restore tribunal damaged by political disputes, despite overnight demonstrations.
At a glance
- Tusk declared the constitutional court overhaul vital to restore the tribunal
- Overnight protests led to riot police being stationed at the court building
- The prime minister said certain matters allow no room for compromise
- The court has been affected by years of political disputes
Poland's prime minister, Donald Tusk, has reaffirmed his commitment to restructuring the country's constitutional court in a televised address on Saturday night. He stated that the overhaul is essential to restore the tribunal, which he described as having been weakened by years of political conflict.
The announcement came as protests erupted overnight, prompting riot police to be deployed to protect the court building. Tusk said there could be no compromise on certain matters, signalling his determination to proceed with the contested reforms.
Why it matters
Poland's constitutional court has been a focal point of political tension, and its reform could affect judicial independence and the balance of power in the country.
Original reporting
- The Guardian — WorldTusk defends overhaul of Poland’s constitutional court despite protests
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