At 12:00 PM, President Andrzej Duda convened a meeting of the National Security Council. Following the meeting, which will be held via videoconference, a statement from the President is planned. The primary topic of discussion will be the anti-crisis shield. "Given the significance of this legal act, I have convened a meeting of the National Security Council. On Monday, leaders of parliamentary groupings will join government representatives and the authorities of the Sejm and Senate. We will discuss the details of this important project together – around which a consensus among all political forces must be forged," stated PAD in his address.

According to announcements from the Ministry of Development, an extraordinary session of the Tripartite Commission for Social and Economic Affairs is scheduled to take place today regarding this matter, after which the government will address the project. Michał Dworczyk has already announced that the adoption of these solutions will proceed through an expedited written procedure, so as to avoid convening a "stationary" Council of Ministers.

At 10:00 AM, Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz will hold a press conference in front of the Sejm.

- This response was given at a press conference on Friday by Minister Szumowski. If we were to compare specific stages of the fight against the epidemic, if we were to compare the number of tests conducted, for example, in the countries you mentioned, I'm primarily talking about Western European countries, with the number of infections we have here, it would turn out that the number is very similar. It's a matter of the epidemic's stage of development, not, as some suggest, that there's a shortage of tests or that the government or healthcare system doesn't want to conduct these tests for some reason - stated Michał Dworczyk in an interview with Konrad Piasecki on TVN24's "Rozmowa Piaseckiego".

- It is not a matter of what you, Mr. Editor, or I feel today, but a matter of a certain legal order, and this legal order dictates that only during a state of emergency, one of three types – either a state of natural disaster, a state of emergency, or a state of war – can elections be postponed. In any other situation, there are no such possibilities. This is not a discretionary decision – stated Michał Dworczyk in an interview with Konrad Piasecki on TVN24's "Piasecki's Conversation."

- Today, there are no grounds to introduce a state of emergency. These are the facts. Today, the state operates based, and I am speaking about the fight against the disease, on two laws. A special act and another law from 2008 on combating infectious diseases and epidemics. These laws provide the authorities with certain tools to combat the problem we are currently facing. And as long as the state can operate based on these laws, which do not restrict citizens' rights and are not any of the states of emergency, then simply put, there are no legal grounds to postpone elections – the head of the Chancellery of the Prime Minister continued.

"In such a situation, of course, nothing can be certain. We know what the legal status is. The legal status is that elections in Poland simply cannot be postponed. One cannot sit down with [a group of] several candidates, as Mr. Hołownia proposed. The only constitutionally permissible possibility, when elections do not take place, is the introduction of a state of emergency, one of the three constitutional states," said Adam Bielan, MEP and spokesperson for Andrzej Duda's campaign, in an interview with Dominika Wielowieyska on TOK FM Radio's Poranek (Morning Show).

“It’s hard for me to imagine that the decisions concerning the state of emergency would be a subject of any talks with the opposition, because either we have grounds that allow the Council of Ministers to introduce such a state, or it is even a necessity, or we don’t” - said MEP Adam Bielan, spokesman for Andrzej Duda's campaign staff, in an interview with Dominika Wielowieyska on Radio TOK FM's Morning Show.

„Let us remember that introducing a state of emergency is a serious restriction of civil rights and freedoms. I am convinced that all those who today demand the government postpone the election date, at the moment a state of emergency would be introduced, would begin to protest that freedoms are restricted” - stated Member of the European Parliament Adam Bielan, spokesperson for Andrzej Duda's campaign, in a conversation with Dominika Wielowieyska on the TOK FM Radio Morning show.

- If we return to the normal functioning of the state, universities, and schools after the holidays, and I have great hope for this, as it is extremely important, especially economically, then there will be no need to postpone classes to the next semester. We may decide on some extension of the academic year. It should be noted that in the case of universities, this is much simpler than in the case of schools for various reasons. For instance, from a formal point of view, the academic year lasts until September 30th, so perhaps it will be enough to slightly shorten the holidays and extend the examination session. Perhaps it will also be enough to use mechanisms such as the possibility of passing courses online. Today, such possibilities do not exist. So, when it comes to universities, I am very optimistic – stated Jarosław Gowin in an interview with Katarzyna Gójska on "Sygnały dnia" PR1.

„For many weeks, we have been appealing for the [National Security Council] to convene. It last met on March 10th, and has not convened in the weeks since. This shows how the government approaches this matter. It fears confrontation with society, a meeting with the opposition, because it knows that the proposals that have been put on the table are insufficient. It’s like we are sailing a leaky boat across the ocean, hoping we will reach our destination” – said, in an interview with Iwona Kutyna on Onet Rano, the Left's presidential candidate and MEP Robert Biedroń. 

- The scope of interference by EU institutions should be limited to the absolute minimum, because where they delve deeper into the sphere of individual nation-states, they are simply ineffective. Today, it is clearly visible, for example, that a whole series of EU regulations hinder dealing with the epidemic. The EU and the modern world must be reconsidered. Poland's future will also need rethinking, because we must draw lessons from what is happening. Take, for instance, the thread you began with, Madam Editor. The situation in universities and the prospects for the development of Polish science. It is essential in today's world to invest more in science, if only to be able to combat such epidemics, because they will indeed recur. We should draw conclusions from this, because the level of science funding in Poland is clearly below the EU average - stated Jarosław Gowin in an interview with Katarzyna Gójska on "Sygnały dnia" PR1.

“We have to keep our fingers crossed that this government will manage, because we have no other choice. I don’t have an alternative government. However, Morawiecki must stop being a ‘bank president,’ he needs to get closer to the people, to empathize with the situation of someone running a kiosk, a greengrocer, who owns a small business. He must start listening to the ordinary person, because this government has lost touch with reality. After all, when we listen to Kaczyński, we are listening to someone who is completely unaware of what is happening and of what he is saying” – said Robert Biedroń, candidate of The Left for President and Member of the European Parliament, in a conversation with Iwona Kutyna on Onet Rano. 

- I would not say that the EU failed. This crisis rather showed the right proportions. I am not at all surprised that nation-states, which are the real subjects of international politics, are coping with the crisis, better or worse. The EU, on the other hand, is a certain instrument for coordinating actions in certain areas. And frankly, those who counted on, or still count on, these fundamental problems being solved by supranational, EU institutions, are simply succumbing to an illusion, what I would call Euro-enthusiasm. However, after the epidemic is contained, a phase will come when coordination, especially of economic policy, will be needed. It may be that the world will divide into subregions that will jointly care for the return of the economy or its recovery from a slump, because let's not delude ourselves, with every minute, the whole world, including Poland, is getting poorer. Recovery from the crisis will take many years, and perhaps then the EU, in some changed form – because these changes will certainly be profound and necessary – but in some changed form, perhaps the EU will once again prove useful to a limited extent – stated Jarosław Gowin in an interview with Katarzyna Gójska on "Sygnały dnia" PR1.

- The next three crucial weeks lie ahead of us. Two weeks before the holidays, and this week around the holidays. And I think now is the time to take further action, further restrictions. Today, as every day, the government's anti-crisis team is meeting. We will debate this matter. In my assessment, in a situation where the weather is improving slightly, with more and more people heading out to, for example, the boulevards of the Vistula in Krakow or Warsaw, it will still be necessary to introduce restrictions that will allow us to continue maintaining this low infection growth curve - stated Jarosław Gowin in an interview with Katarzyna Gójska on "Sygnały dnia" (Signals of the Day) on PR1.

- I think these are statements not from epidemiologists or infectious disease specialists, but from people who are making certain predictions from the ceiling - said Łukasz Szumowski in a conversation with Robert Mazurek on RMF FM's "Morning Interview".

- In Poland, by-elections were held. Yesterday, in Poland, people went to the polls despite the state of epidemic, and polling stations were not closed. This shows that on the one hand, the ruling party speaks with a responsible voice, like Minister Szumowski, and on the other hand, people are encouraged to leave their homes. I don't understand this type of action. In my opinion, we should introduce mechanisms adequate to the threat. In my assessment, after closing schools, it is also logical to limit all those sectors where normal activity is not necessary. The issue of offices, local government administration. This is important - stated Borys Budka in a conversation with Jacek Prusinowski on Radio Plus.

- I do not decide on the state of natural disaster, nor will I decide on the next one - said Łukasz Szumowski in a conversation with Robert Mazurek on RMF FM's "Morning Interview".

- And if you were asked for recommendations? - the journalist pressed.

- I will answer in April. I think after Easter. It depends on how many people are sick, how many people are in hospitals, how many people will be able to leave their homes. These are the data based on which I can recommend certain things. Not based on moods or ideas - the minister replied.

- I will demand that the Prime Minister present a strategy. Because all other countries are saying: the British strategy initially assumed no restrictions. They later corrected it. Germany - a very clear strategy regarding mass testing. In our case, so far, this strategy is not visible, and every day we hear from doctors, nurses in Polish hospitals that due to the lack of proper protective equipment for doctors, nurses, or paramedics, more hospital wards are being closed, and it might turn out that soon, due to the absence of this strategy, we will start running out of hospital beds. This is the greatest danger, this Italian scenario, which we are warning against - stated Borys Budka in an interview with Jacek Prusinowski on Radio Plus.

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The situation is exceptional, and I understand that today’s National Security Council is to be dedicated to the most important issues. Now is the time for us to act together and solve problems. Politics must take a backseat. Therefore, we will ask questions. We need very reliable information on the supply of masks and protective equipment. We must know which hospitals are lacking these. Too many alarming reports are reaching us. We must jointly manage this situation,” said Małgorzata Kidawa-Błońska, KO presidential candidate and Deputy Marshal, at a press conference.

„We should postpone the matter of elections. I hope the President will speak on this issue, because if even the Sejm has problems gathering, ensuring the safety of all its MPs, then how does Mr. President imagine conducting elections in our large country” – said KO's presidential candidate, Deputy Speaker Małgorzata Kidawa-Błońska, at a press conference.

The Ministry of Health has announced 36 new cases of coronavirus infection in Poland. Sadly, this brings the total number of COVID-19 related deaths to eight.

For further details and updates, please refer to the official announcements from the Ministry of Health:

• Ministry of Health Twitter Update 1
• Ministry of Health Twitter Update 2

The National Security Bureau (RBN) session concerning the anti-crisis shield is currently taking place. Further details will be provided as they become available.

For updates, please refer to: https://twitter.com/prezydentpl/status/1242055560029188096

„This week, it's evident that some irresponsible politicians are losing their composure and attempting attacks, utilizing so-called public media and local government officials. I want to reassure you. All the decisions we are making are rational. Last week, 75% of Warsaw residents gave up using buses. Only 25% of Warsaw residents used buses, and we had only 20% of the usual metro traffic. We made the decision, like most cities in Poland, to switch to a weekend timetable. We continuously monitor what's happening and deploy significantly more buses and trams during peak hours. We are reacting hour by hour” – said the Mayor of the Capital City of Warsaw, Rafał Trzaskowski.

- Nobody has any doubts that unfortunately this crisis, which has been caused by the coronavirus, will be deep, deep worldwide. It also affects Poland. We all see the situation. Once again, I thank all my compatriots for adhering to the rules that have been indicated so far, for their responsibility during quarantine, for their responsible approach and for calling the helpline, calling doctors, instead of going in person when feeling unwell, when we feel we might have something like the flu, which today means it could be coronavirus, for not going to doctors, where there are crowds of people, where healthcare workers are working, but simply making a safe phone call, which allows medically prepared services to work appropriately - stated President Andrzej Duda after the meeting of the National Security Council (RBN).

- A setup is being made for Mr. President. After all, it's the government that prepares these solutions, not Mr. President. So, this is Mr. President's foresight. There is no solidarity in the meeting of the National Security Council. We want to cooperate for the good of our citizens, for ensuring their health security, but also well-being and economic prosperity. Jobs need to be saved, companies need to be saved. We want to cooperate in this regard, but on the other hand, the ruling party must reject the temptation to appropriate everything, every idea, not acknowledging that the opposition is constructive and proposes something, but instead saying "we are here, we are the government," and in the meantime, Mr. President throws in something as if it's his own, but in reality, the division of roles was agreed upon beforehand - said Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz after the National Security Council meeting.

- I submitted a very important postulate on Saturday, and today I strongly emphasized it again, stating that Polish farmers, not only those engaged in large-scale agricultural production, as it is commonly referred to, but also those who simply run family farms, often employing a few workers, should be treated the same way as entrepreneurs. This is very important because families are supported here too, and there are employees, and the principles being prepared for entrepreneurs and the self-employed, meaning the smallest, micro-entrepreneurs employing up to 9 people, small and medium-sized entrepreneurs, as well as large ones, because solutions for each category are included in these proposals, should also be applied to farmers. This is a very significant matter. This group cannot be left out of these legislative solutions that offer aid, because unfortunately, there is also a danger that many Polish farmers, many farms, will be affected by this crisis and they need help. I also deeply believe that my postulate will be taken into account. Regulations are still being developed. I reassure you, it is not the case that farmers will be left to fend for themselves, as such voices have also emerged. No, I remember this, and the Minister of Agriculture remembers it. These provisions are being implemented and will be in the law. I am convinced of this, in any case, I cannot imagine it being any other way - stated President Andrzej Duda after the National Security Council meeting.

- There is good news. A team will be appointed at my request, immediately after the Council of Ministers session. The Prime Minister promised me this, he promised it to all representatives. This was a request voiced in every sentence by the opposition: to first work through this bill, adopt possible amendments, and then proceed with work on the draft, which, after adoption by the Council of Ministers, will be analyzed by the opposition. Such a team should begin its work after tomorrow's government meeting – said Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz after the National Security Council meeting.

- The Prime Minister committed to allowing the opposition to participate in the work on the final version of these regulations, which is very important to me because, as I said, it gives a chance for this national consensus on our political scene regarding these much-needed solutions, and they are indeed needed by families and the Polish economy - stated President Andrzej Duda after the meeting of the National Security Council (RBN).

- The election date was briefly mentioned. No declaration was made by the ruling party regarding a change to the election date. Frankly, for me, the most important things at the moment are health, life, jobs, employees, and employers - said Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz after the National Security Council meeting.

- It cannot be that any voter who, for example, is abroad and will be quarantined, will not participate in these elections. It cannot be that anyone will be afraid to go to the polling station, and today, unfortunately, in a cynical way, in a way that utterly defies all principles, the government on the one hand appeals to everyone to stay home, the Speaker is afraid to convene a Sejm session, but on the other hand, it is said that Poles should go to the polls, that they should participate in these elections, as happened yesterday in many places in Poland, risking their health. Unfortunately, Prime Minister Morawiecki did not address in a single sentence what I said. Prime Minister Morawiecki behaves a bit like a small child. Closing his eyes, plugging his ears, I have the impression that this problem will disappear - said Borys Budka after the National Security Council.

- We haven't received any written draft legislation; we only know what the media is reporting. Secondly, we want real solutions. There are no 212 billion PLN there. The actual amount of money is significantly less - said Borys Budka after the National Security Council meeting.

- We are speaking clearly. Wage subsidies, suspension of ZUS contributions for three months, real help for Polish entrepreneurs, this is something we care deeply about - said Borys Budka after the National Security Council.

- One of the proposals the government will push for is the suspension of elections in hunting clubs. Coincidentally, the ruling party sees that elections cannot be held there, but millions of Poles are expected to go vote – said Borys Budka after the National Security Council.

- Exceptional cynicism and hypocrisy. It cannot be that a person detached from normal life will dictate to Poles how to conduct elections. It cannot be that someone who is detached from reality on a daily basis will pretend that nothing is happening in Poland. I invite Mr. President Kaczyński to go out on the street, see what is happening in Poland, to go to a polling station today or to do some shopping. I suspect that Mr. President Kaczyński has long forgotten what real life looks like - said Borys Budka after the National Security Council.

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- We are doing everything to minimize the spread of the virus. Both through informational campaigns and all the actions we are undertaking, by introducing further stages and further restrictions, such as those concerning travel abroad, etc. At the same time, we also want our compatriots to behave responsibly, because this is very important to us, and they are behaving responsibly in the vast majority, for which I want to express my immense gratitude. I don't think we will defeat the virus by Easter. I think I can safely say no, although I am not a doctor, a specialist in this field, but no one has told me yet that we will manage to defeat the virus by Easter. I hope that perhaps with good discipline and good luck, it will be possible for the number of daily infections to start falling, meaning that a breakthrough will occur, by that time. That would be a very good sign - stated President Andrzej Duda during a Q&A session on Facebook.

„Unfortunately, many of my plans, which I had [for a second term], will be difficult to implement. I very much wanted to lower taxes. I wanted a reduction in VAT. I wanted to create even greater opportunities for young people. Not so long ago, income tax was lowered to zero. Young people don't pay taxes, but what will happen with the Polish economy, I cannot answer that at the moment. What our opportunities will be when the time of the epidemic ends and it's time to make up for losses, I cannot say at the moment” - said President Andrzej Duda, who is running for re-election, during a "Q&A" on Facebook.

- Tomorrow, as far as I know, the Sejm Presidium will make a decision. This can be technically resolved. We probably need to change the rules of procedure. To change the rules of procedure, we would need to convene in one place, probably not in our traditional seat. In some other way, but it is possible. And make a decision, for example, to change the rules of procedure, and then proceed under the amended rules, for example, via internet links - said Piotr Gliński in a conversation with Dorota Gawryluk on the program "Gość Wydarzeń" Polsat News.

- We are currently seeking funds within our [Ministry of Culture's] budget and we have found them, so it will be about PLN 20 million. There will also be a completely different, more flexible approach to our current programs. Hundreds, tens of thousands of Polish artists rely on the Minister of Culture's programs. We have 32 such programs through which public funds are allocated to people in culture, and we will approach the implementation and settlement of these programs much more flexibly, which will allow for the rescheduling of various artistic events to a later time or their transfer online. We are also increasing, which is our duty in this situation, the pool of social benefits. We are also introducing certain changes to laws concerning culture, to help various companies, for example, film producers, so this is a whole range of solutions – said Piotr Gliński in an interview with Dorota Gawryluk on the program "Gość Wydarzeń" on Polsat News.

- First, we need to see the [anti-crisis shield] project. We haven't received this project to this day. We hear about the assumptions, we submit our comments on general statements. I see that there's also a bit of theater involved. I also said this directly: if we expect solidarity, and I expect solidarity, co-responsibility, and I want to bear co-responsibility, then solidarity is real only when it is two-way. We supported the extraordinary bill that introduced restrictions, giving the ruling party really very broad powers. We did not submit amendments in the Senate so as not to prolong the legislative process. We showed that there is goodwill on our part. Now, I expect from the ruling party that when we submit the project for voluntary ZUS, they will at least have the courage and decency to say: yes, this was the idea of the opposition, one party, another party - stated Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz in an interview with Piotr Witwicki on the program "Wydarzenia i opinie" on Polsat News.

- I am not sure what will happen in two or three weeks. We are clearly saying that in April, decisions will likely need to be made regarding the overall future strategy for fighting the coronavirus, as well as decisions concerning the elections. At this moment, there are no indications to postpone the elections already - said Piotr Gliński in an interview with Dorota Gawryluk on the program "Gość Wydarzeń" (Guest of Events) on Polsat News.

- Everything is possible, but what price must be paid for holding these elections. If the price is to be health and life, rekindling the epidemic for the second time, then I do not want my compatriots to pay such a price. This is where we differ. For me, the lives and health of Poles are sacred. Saving their businesses and jobs, not the election date. For those in power, the election date is apparently sacred. We have different approaches to the most important matters - stated Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz in an interview with Piotr Witwicki on the program “Wydarzenia i opinie” on Polsat News.

„I didn't have a fever. I had other symptoms, but no fever. Belgium's rule is to isolate symptoms without fever, not to test. In a few days, I'll have this test done anyway, in the longer queue of people who are not in urgent need” - said Donald Tusk, the head of the European People's Party, in an interview with Katarzyna Kolenda-Zaleska on "Kropka nad i" on TVN24.

"The situation is like a noir novel. When I open my window, there's complete silence in a city that was always bustling, noisy, full of traffic and cars. All of that was always intense. It was the sound of a big city center, and now it's quiet like the countryside. Almost all the time, you can hear ambulance and police sirens, sometimes also megaphones from police cars warning people in a booming voice not to go out on the streets unnecessarily," said the head of the European People's Party, Donald Tusk, in an interview with Katarzyna Kolenda-Zaleska on "Kropka nad i" on TVN24.

"Something has happened that will fundamentally change the lives of all people around the world for many years, and perhaps permanently. I don't want to play the prophet, although we are already guessing some things. It is very clear how essential near-perfect state structures are. If we want to effectively fight this plague, it is evident today that we need actions that are very well designed, programmed, with a very disciplined society and a very efficient state" - said the head of the European People's Party, Donald Tusk, in an interview with Katarzyna Kolenda-Zaleska on "Kropka nad i" on TVN24.

“ Today, as I look at Europe, I see two strategies and one disturbing method. One strategy, chosen in London, later somewhat withdrawn, in Sweden, and the Netherlands, involved not imposing overly strict restrictions, allowing people to build immunity through infection, and only caring for the most vulnerable groups. This had to be quickly abandoned because it turned out that mathematical models initially did not predict that this could lead to thousands of victims” – Donald Tusk, the head of the European People's Party, said in an interview with Katarzyna Kolenda-Zaleska on "Kropka nad i" on TVN24.

“ There is a second strategy, which involves strong, consistent isolation. Both strategies require full knowledge from the state and medical services, and this requires testing. Therefore, testing is not just the complaining of the Polish opposition or citizens, but the number one imperative today, because without testing, there is no question of implementing any strategy” – he added. 

- We have secured ourselves regarding the purchase of oil. We are secure and therefore we will be lowering fuel prices, because in this way we stimulate the economy. We are helping the economy, which means we are helping our customers. I guarantee you, prices at our stations will also be successively lowered – said Daniel Obajtek in an interview with Edyta Lewandowska on the TVP Info program “Gość Wiadomości”. "

“This isn't just my expectation, but I believe it's everyone's in Poland. We all need certainty that the government isn't hiding anything. We need certainty that the government has a strategy it can publicly account for, because this is about the lives and health of Poles. This isn't some political game. This isn't about campaigns, hundreds of press conferences, or some presidential elections. It's about the lives and health of thousands of people. Citizens must have a one-hundred-percent conviction that the government is hiding nothing from them” - said Donald Tusk, the head of the European People's Party, in an interview with Katarzyna Kolenda-Zaleska on "Kropka nad i" on TVN24.

“Today, because we are not hearing an explanation as to why Poles are not undergoing mass testing, it certainly awakens suspicion in some people that something is wrong, and this suspicion needs to be dispelled as quickly as possible” - he added. 

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„Therefore, it is so important that decisions regarding this [election timing], which are decisions about our lives and health, are made not by politicians who, moreover, bear no constitutional or legal responsibility, like Jarosław Kaczyński, but by people who are endowed with scientific, medical, and moral authority, so that they participate in the decision-making process” – said the head of the European People's Party, Donald Tusk, in an interview with Katarzyna Kolenda-Zaleska on "Kropka nad i" on TVN24.

“Jarosław Kaczyński is not particularly known for civil courage in threatening situations, so I have the impression that pressure, people’s stance, but also I believe there will be some brave, decent people in the ruling camp, will be enough for him to back down from his stubbornness one way or another. The results of the presidential election are not important at this moment, but the health and lives of citizens truly are” – said the head of the European People’s Party, Donald Tusk, in an interview with Katarzyna Kolenda-Zaleska on “Kropka nad i” on TVN24.

„The paradox in Poland lies in the fact that all those who say we shouldn't risk people's lives, shouldn't hold elections, are not people who want to maintain their power, because that would mean President Duda would remain president. There is no political problem. PiS is not risking anything. This stubbornness is completely incomprehensible to me, especially since the government has a good, comfortable life, if I may use that word, with the opposition” - said Donald Tusk, the head of the European People's Party, in a conversation with Katarzyna Kolenda-Zaleska on "Kropka nad i" on TVN24.

„Today's opposition wants to help the government. It is exceptionally, sometimes even too, delicate. In reality, the opposition should demand answers to difficult questions in an extremely tough manner. I know that today the ruling party is avoiding, which is unprecedented, frankly speaking, organizing dozens of press conferences where questions cannot be asked, and this also arouses distrust” - said Donald Tusk, the head of the European People's Party, in an interview with Katarzyna Kolenda-Zaleska on TVN24's "Kropka nad i".

„The opposition has de facto halted its campaign. It is acting exceptionally loyally towards the PiS government, despite holding the worst possible opinion of this government” – said the head of the European People's Party, Donald Tusk, in an interview with Katarzyna Kolenda-Zaleska on "Kropka nad i" on TVN24.

„It would be good for the government, or at least the opposition, to organize the world of science, not just doctors, but primarily doctors, so that a body endowed with authority and public trust can be formed, because it is scientists who should decide today, not politicians, who, moreover, are campaigning, because campaigning by definition is competition, conflict. Campaigning is devastating at a time when we are fighting a plague. The authority for many people – I believe – would be doctors rather than party activists. This is my appeal, also to the opposition. If the government doesn't want to do this, try to organize people whom Poles trust, because trust in politicians, including those in opposition, will be limited by definition” - said the head of the European People's Party, Donald Tusk, in an interview with Katarzyna Kolenda-Zaleska on „Kropka nad i” on TVN24.