Poland passes artists' insurance bill; Kaczyński opposed, Nawrocki stance unclear

Polish parliament passed legislation extending maternity leave and social insurance to artists without contracts, a move framed as addressing poverty and demographic decline. Former culture minister Gliński supported the bill, while PiS leader Kaczyński opposed it, creating a political split. The stance of presidential candidate Nawrocki remains uncertain, adding a layer of political maneuvering ahead of elections.