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Janusz Cieszyński

Janusz Cieszyński

Secretary of State, Government Plenipotentiary for Cybersecurity, Poland

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  • Jul 5

    Grodzki sparks cronyism row after revealing critic's daughter's Senate internship was arranged via KO politician

    Senator Tomasz Grodzki triggered a political firestorm after publicly reminding a critic that his daughter's Senate internship was arranged through a 'very important KO politician.' The post, intended to defend Warsaw mayor Rafał Trzaskowski, instead drew accusations of cronyism and expectations of political loyalty.

  • Jun 26

    Warsaw whistleblower fired despite mayor’s protection, prosecutor notified

    A Warsaw municipal road authority worker who was granted whistleblower status by Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski was later dismissed, and his lawyer has now filed a criminal notice with the prosecutor’s office.

  • Jun 19

    Warsaw doctor’s 1.6 million PLN year ignites Sejm vote on linking pay to PESEL numbers

    A 29‑year‑old hospital coordinator without a specialisation earned roughly 1.6 million PLN in 2025, while the average Pole would need 23 years for the same sum. Within three days the government pushed through legislation to track every medic’s total public‑sector pay.

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