Today, on April 1st, we are celebrating an exceptional anniversary – 5 years after the launch of the “Family 500+” programme. – A lot has happened during that time, and the lives of plenty of families has changed for the better. The recent years have proven, that investment in family is beneficial for everyone involved. We have proven that the “impossible” is possible – says Marlena Maląg, the Minister of Family and Social Policy.

The first pensioners will receive additional benefits on Thursday. In total, nearly 10 million pensioners will receive the thirteenth benefit. Over PLN 12 billion will be allocated towards benefits.

Easter is coming. A special time which, unfortunately, may once again prove difficult for many Poles, including senior citizens, due to the current pandemic situation. - With the elderly in mind, we have decided to extend the operation of the Solidarity Assistance Corps for the Seniors, Minister Marlena Maląg said.

Over PLN 100 million will be transferred to non-governmental organisations dealing with professional activation and improvement of the situation on the open labour market of people with disabilities.

– On the occasion of the National Day for Life, we meet people who not only talk about the family, but also act for its benefit – said Minister Marlena Maląg during a debate organised at the Ministry of the Family. – We cannot commit a sin of omission in the Year of the Family proclaimed by Pope Francis.

- It is important to create a good climate around the family – said Minister Marlena Maląg during the debate “Self-government PRO FAMILIA, what does it entail?”. – We need to build a broad coalition of government, local government and NGO action. Only this will make it possible to reverse the unfavourable demographic trends.

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– The actions of the government led by Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki are successful – Family Minister Marlena Maląg said during a press briefing. – In January 2021, Poland's unemployment rate, adjusted for its seasonality, was rated at just 3.1 per cent, the lowest in the entire European Union.

The President of the Republic of Poland Andrzej Duda signed an agreement on March 8th, approving the additional yearly financial benefit for pensioners and annuitants, which assumes the pay-out of the so-called 14th pension. – It is an example of a kept promise and a manifestation of care for the material well-being of Polish pensioners and annuitants – stresses Minister of Family and Social Policy Marlena Maląg. The fourteenth pension will be paid out to 9.1 million people.