The draft act on the performance of work via digital labour platforms, drawn up by the Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Policy, received a positive assessment from the Government's Legislative Planning Team on 4 August. This act is intended to transpose an EU directive aimed at strengthening the protection of workers employed through digital platforms - including couriers, drivers, translators and others. Member States have until December 2026 to implement the Directive.

It is here - the Anti-Mobbing Act, drafted by the Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Policy, will soon come into force. This means greater protection against undesirable behaviour in the workplace. Would you like to know more? Read on!

In June 2026, the number of registered unemployed and the registered unemployment rate both fell compared with May. Poland remains one of the European Union countries with the lowest unemployment rates.

The second meeting of the Working Group on Reduced Working Hours took place at the Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Policy. The meeting brought together representatives of the public administration, the social partners, the academic community, non-governmental organisations and employers, who jointly discussed the progress of the pilot scheme 'Reduced working hours - it's happening!'.

Thousands of Polish pensioners and retirees eagerly awaited 1 July 2025, as the new benefit - the widow's pension - would start being paid out on that day. The additional benefit of several hundred zlotys was disbursed to more than a million people since it was introduced.

1 July marks the start of the application process for the 'Good Start' grant - 300 PLN for school supplies for every school student. Do not delay - the sooner you submit your application, the sooner you will receive money to your account. You can do it online - it only takes a minute!

High temperatures can pose a serious threat to your health and even life. Older men and women, people with disabilities and chronic illnesses, people experiencing homelessness and young children are particularly vulnerable to extreme heat. During a heatwave, it is important not only to look after your own safety, but also to keep an eye on those around you who may need your support.

The theme of the 11th meeting of the Council for Women in the Labour Market was psychological safety. During the meeting, Minister Agnieszka Dziemianowicz-Bąk presented letters of appointment to four new members of the Council.

On 22 April 2026, the Working Group on Reduced Working Hours began its work at the Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Policy. Its role will be to monitor the implementation by employers in the private and public sectors of a pilot programme to reduce working hours whilst maintaining pay.

Poland and Japan have strengthened their cooperation in the field of social security. On 15 April 2026, an agreement was signed that will make it easier to access benefits, improve safeguarding the rights of workers and prevent the double payment of contributions.