Policy & Regulatory Measures Against the Coronavirus Pandemic in Poland

The Coronavirus Pandemic (COVID-19) continues to significantly impact health, businesses and economies across the world. From country shutdowns, disruption of  supply chains, crashes in stocks, drops in commodity prices and loss of daily income, the  negative economic effects are numerous. Now regulators and governments are currently  responding to this challenge globally through undertaking different actions.

In Poland, various measures – championed in particular by the Government – have been put in place, while others are currently being developed, to cushion the negative impact of the Coronavirus on businesses, households and the larger economy. These measures include special legal regulations, credit support facilities, and tax relief. This contribution highlights the key policy and regulatory actions taken in Poland in order to successfully mitigate the negative impact of the Covid-19 Pandemic in Poland.