German chancellor says EU fears over Polish reforms giving justice minister right to fire judges must be taken seriouslyAngela Merkel has weighed in on a worsening dispute between the EU and Poland approximately judicial independence, delivering pointed criticism of Germany’s eastern neighbour that underscores its growing isolation.
The European commission said in July that it would launch legal action against Poland over reforms that gave the justice minister the right to fire judges a power that undermines the independence of the courts and violates EU rules. Related: Pride is at stake in Poland’s tussle with the EU. It won’t give ground easily | Anna Gromada Related: Poland hits back at EU 'blackmail' over judicial reforms Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com