A 1,000‑person survey shows 45% approve and 43% disapprove of President Karol Nawrocki’s veto of the “chain law,” while the Sejm failed to override it on Dec. 17.
Survey Results on President Nawrocki’s Veto
A survey conducted by Opinia24 for TVN and TVN24 asked 1,000 people how they evaluate the president’s veto of the “chain law.” Forty‑five percent rated the decision as good, 43% as bad, and 12% were undecided or refused to answer.
Sejm Unable to Reject the Veto on Dec. 17
On 17 December the Sejm attempted to override the veto but fell short of the required 3/5 majority (263 votes). Out of 438 members who voted, 246 favoured rejection and 192 opposed. Twenty‑two members abstained.
What the ‘Chain Law’ Intended to Do
The vetoed law prohibited keeping dogs in cages. Owners were to provide reinforced, mostly covered flooring of at least 10 m² for dogs under 20 kg, 15 m² for those 20–30 kg, and 20 m² for those over 30 kg. Cages had to be at least 1.7 m high, structurally sound, with continuous access to daylight, and at least two sides fitted with light‑permeable mesh allowing natural airflow. A hut was also to be included.
Why Nawrocki Vetoed the ‘Chain Law’
The article does not state the reasons for Nawrocki’s veto.
