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New Social Security Bill in Poland Sparks Controversy: Sick Leave with One Employer, Work for Another?

The latest draft bill on social security (ZUS) by the Ministry of Labor, Family, and Social Policy in Poland introduces some changes to the...

New regulations aim to improve the situation of people employed by digital platforms. They introduce the presumption of employment relationship

The European Commission aims to improve the employment conditions of workers in the gig economy through new regulations. A directive adopted in mid-October stipulates...

What are the consequences for the labor market and freelancers?

Over 2.3 million Poles hold contracts for specific tasks and creative works. At times, workers are encouraged to opt for such contracts that "pretend"...

Demographic Shifts in Polish Cities: Aging Populations and Challenges for Health Services and Infrastructure

In the years 2021-2023, the median age increased in 58 cities and decreased only in seven. In 2023, the oldest inhabitants were in Sopot,...

From Bureaucracy to Integration: Employers and Foreigners Have Their Expectations

The Polish government has adopted a draft migration strategy that has been long awaited by foreigners and their employers. Those directly affected by these...

Mandatory Social Insurance for All Civil Law Contracts: Ministry Prepares Major Reform Impacting 2.3 Million Workers in Poland

The Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Policy has informed that it has already prepared a draft amendment to the law on the social...

Couriers in Debt: Small Courier Companies Struggle to Survive in the Face of Rising Arrears

Couriers Have Their Hands Full. Although the value of individual online purchases is decreasing as customers seek cheaper alternatives to goods, the number of...

Major Changes for Entrepreneurs in 2025: ZUS Contributions, Health Insurance, and VAT Adjustments

The year 2025 will bring several changes for entrepreneurs in Poland, including modifications in ZUS (Social Insurance Institution) contributions, VAT tax, and health insurance...

Entrepreneurs can return to Small ZUS Plus after 2 years, not 3, according to a court ruling

The small ZUS Plus is entitled to entrepreneurs in five-year cycles – 3 years of preferential contribution and 2 years break for a big...

BCC Appeals for Real Support for Flood-Affected Entrepreneurs and Launches Legal Aid Campaign

The BCC appeals to the Prime Minister and the Ministry of Family, Labour, and Social Policy for real assistance to entrepreneurs and initiates a...

71.5% Poles Doubt Future State Pensions: What the Planned ZUS Inclusion Means for Freelancers

71.5% of Poles Doubt That Future State Pensions Will Provide a Dignified Life, According to Recent Research for Useme.com. More and More Are Starting...

Carriers Face Higher ZUS Contributions: How Much More Will They Pay in 2025?

At the end of August, the government adopted the draft budget law for 2025, which reveals that the average projected salary is expected to...

The Number of Foreigners Registered with ZUS Reaches 1.2 Million, with Ukrainians Leading the Group

By the end of the first half of this year, the number of individuals who indicated a nationality other than Polish in their retirement...

Pension System in Poland Struggles with Low Participation in Third Pillar

By the end of 2023, a total of 20.5 million people were covered by Poland's pension system under the second and third pillar. Total...
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