Politics · Warsaw, Poland · October 21, 2026

Polish lawmakers vote to ease abortion ban, veto expected

Reported by 1 outlet · first reported Oct 21, 11:01 AM ET

Poland's lower house approved two bills loosening its near-total abortion ban, including removing some penalties for people who help women access abortion. Campaigners called it a small step, and the president is expected to veto.

Why it matters

The vote tests the governing coalition's ability to change abortion law against presidential opposition.

Background

Poland has one of Europe's strictest abortion laws after a 2020 court ruling. The government pledged to liberalize it but faces a presidential veto.

The story so far

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Sources

• The Guardian ↗Oct 21, 11:01 AM ET

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