Poland has submitted a judicial reform plan to European legal experts, aiming to reverse PiS-era changes criticized by the EU and unlock frozen funds. The move comes ahead of presidential elections, with a Tusk-backed candidate leading in polls.
The Polish government has submitted a new judicial reform proposal to European legal experts, aiming to reverse controversial changes made by the previous Law and Justice (PiS) administration. These changes had led the EU to fine Poland for undermining judicial independence.
Earlier reform efforts by the current pro-European coalition, led by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, were blocked by President Andrzej Duda, a PiS ally who cannot seek another term in the upcoming presidential election. Polls currently show a Tusk-aligned candidate leading the race.
Deputy Justice Minister Dariusz Mazur stated that the new proposal responds to the flawed system established by the previous government and reflects recommendations from the Council of Europe, which promotes democratic and human rights standards across EU and non-EU countries.
Mazur emphasized the goal is to "restore normality" in the judiciary. The previous government had restructured judicial appointments, increasing parliamentary control and creating a disciplinary system for judges, moves widely criticized as violating EU rule of law standards.
The reform bill aims to clarify the legal status of judges appointed under the disputed system. The long-running conflict with the EU has resulted in withheld funding and over €320 million in fines for Poland during 2022–2023. Tusk's government is working to unlock those frozen EU funds.
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