Poll: Poles oppose Maciej Berek's appointment to Constitutional Tribunal

A significant majority of Poles are against the proposed appointment of Maciej Berek to the Constitutional Tribunal, a new poll reveals. The survey, conducted by IBRiS for the newspaper Rzeczpospolita, found that nearly 60 percent of respondents view the nomination as detrimental to the judiciary.

Concerns are centered on the perceived impact on judicial independence and the further politicization of the tribunal. Many Poles feel that such appointments undermine the integrity and impartiality of a key state institution. The poll suggests a widespread unease with the direction of the country's highest court.

Notably, opposition to Maciej Berek's candidacy is not confined to a single political faction. The IBRiS poll indicates that voters from all major parties express criticism, highlighting a rare point of consensus on the issue. This broad disapproval signals a deep-seated concern among the electorate regarding the politicization of the judiciary.