Polish officials say Prime Minister Donald Tusk’s remarks on the European Convention on Human Rights in The Sunday Times do not herald policy changes, and a government spokesperson rebuts claims that Poland plans to abandon the treaty.
Government Spokesperson Dismisses Tusk’s “Stated” Intent to Withdraw
In an interview with PAP cited by Fakt, the government spokesperson stated that Poland has no plan to terminate its participation in the European Convention on Human Rights.
Prime Minister Tusk Fires Off on Mass Migration in The Sunday Times
Tusk warned that large‑scale migration poses a serious threat to European stability, citing “ever‑hardening ethnic and cultural relations” as a key concern.
Restrictive Convention Impedes Action on Criminal Deportations, Says Tusk
He said stringent rules of the Convention make it difficult to deport convicted criminals, rapists, or terrorists, and that in some countries the courts prioritize human rights over security.
Call for Reform or Exit from the Convention
Tusk urged European leaders to push for reforms to the Convention and suggested that if the 46 signatories cannot agree, Poland might consider leaving the treaty altogether.
