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Migracja wewnętrzna: które miasta tracą najwięcej mieszkańców

28Nov By RedakcjaNo Comments

Local government

Migracja wewnętrzna: które miasta tracą najwięcej mieszkańców

W ostatnich latach obserwujemy w Polsce zjawisko migracji wewnętrznej, które prowadzi do znaczących zmian demograficznych w wielu miastach. Niektóre z nich, szczególnie te średniej wielkości i mniejsze, zmagają się z problemem wyludnienia. W poniższym artykule przyjrzymy się, które polskie miasta straciły najwięcej mieszkańców i jakie mogą być tego przyczyny. Zmiany demograficzne: Migracje wewnętrzne w Polsce mają różne przyczyny. Często są to czynniki ekonomiczne, takie jak poszukiwanie lepszych warunków życia i pracy. Zmiany te wpływają na demografię miast, które tracą mieszkańców na rzecz większych aglomeracji. Miasta tracące mieszkańców: Łódź -miasto to przez wiele lat było centrum przemysłowym Polski, jednak z biegiem czasu wiele zakładów pracy zostało zamkniętych lub pr...

What are the rules of inheriting funds from OFE and ZUS?

17Oct By RedakcjaNo Comments

Law

What are the rules of inheriting funds from OFE and ZUS?

Inheriting funds from Open Pension Funds (OFE) and Social Insurance Institution (ZUS) is regulated by appropriate legal provisions. In Poland, there are specific rules that determine which benefits can be inherited from a deceased member of OFE or ZUS. Inheriting from OFE In the case of OFE, inheritance concerns the accumulated funds in the pension fund. According to the current regulations, after the death of an OFE member, the accumulated funds can be transferred to the heirs. Inheritance is based on a will or the inheritance law. In the absence of a will, inheritance takes place based on statutory rules of inheritance. However, it is worth noting that inheriting funds from OFE may be limited in the case when the fund member did not designate beneficiaries or in the presence of...

Citizen’s budget – what you should know about it

5Oct By RedakcjaNo Comments

Local government

Citizen’s budget – what you should know about it

When defining the concept of "citizen budget", it is important to know that it is a pool of municipal budgetary funds, the allocation of which can be decided by the residents themselves. In municipalities that are cities with county rights, the establishment of a citizen budget is mandatory, with the minimum citizen budget amount being at least 0.5 percent of the municipality's expenditure included in the last submitted budget implementation report. Within the citizen budget, residents decide annually on a portion of the municipality's budget expenditures through direct voting. The municipal council determines, by resolution, the requirements that a citizen budget project should meet, in particular: a) formal requirements that the proposed projects should meet. b) the required nu...

5Oct By RedakcjaNo Comments

Military

The military is planning a record number of summons for fitness assessments for service.

In 2024, the Polish Army plans to summon a record number of 230,000 individuals for assessment of their fitness for military service. This represents a significant increase compared to previous years, highlighting the importance that the Polish armed forces attach to expanding their reserve force. Increase in the number of summonses In 2024, the number of summonses for military service assessment is expected to increase by over 30% compared to the previous year. This is the largest annual growth in the number of summonses since the end of mandatory military service in Poland in 2008. Who will be summoned? The summonses will be directed towards men and women aged between 18 and 35. The Polish Army stresses that the process of assessing fitness for military service does not equa...

The demographic crisis in Poland is deepening. How to tackle it?

6Jul By RedakcjaNo Comments

Inne

The demographic crisis in Poland is deepening. How to tackle it?

Demographic crisis in Poland is a topic that is causing increasing concern in society. Recent data on the number of births is alarming - for the first time in a long time, the number of newborn babies has dropped below 300,000 per year. This is not only a record low natural increase, but also an alarm signal for our society. But is there anything we can do about it? Are there any solutions that can reverse this trend? Causes and effects of the decline in the number of births According to a report published by the Central Statistical Office (GUS), in April 2023, the number of births dropped below 300,000 per year, reaching the lowest level since World War II. Compared to previous years, this trend is disturbing and requires urgent action. Looking at demographic data, we notice that the d...

30Jun By RedakcjaNo Comments

Finance

Safe Credit 2% – key information

Who is eligible for a low-interest rate loan of 2%? Eligible for a favorable loan with a low-interest rate of 2% is a person who is under 45 years old and does not currently or previously own any rights to a flat, house, or cooperative ownership of a premises or house. In the case of a married couple or parents with a common child, at least one of the partners must meet the age requirement. How much can I borrow? The maximum amount one person can obtain through the loan is 500,000 PLN. In the case of a married couple or parents with a common child, this amount increases to 600,000 PLN. This loan can be used for purchasing both primary and secondary market apartments. There is no price limitation per 1 m2 of the apartment in the program. Is my creditworthiness sufficient? Th...

The Great Masurian Bicycle Loop is ready now.

7Jun By RedakcjaNo Comments

Transport

The Great Masurian Bicycle Loop is ready now.

The route around the Great Masurian Lakes is 300 km long and is the longest trail of its kind in Poland. The trail was opened for use in early June. The construction cost 80 million PLN, half of which was financed from EU funds. The loop connects towns such as Giżycko, Węgorzewo, Mikołajki, Mrągowo, Ryn, Orzysz, Miłki, Pozezdrze, Pisz, and Ruciane-Nida. The project involved preparing the appropriate surface, as well as 18 cyclist service stations and 9 observation towers. Attractions along the route Along the trail, in addition to lakes and picturesque landscapes, tourists can find attractions such as: Boyen Fortress and the rotating bridge in Giżycko, the famous amphitheater in Mrągowo, the charming "Leśniczówka" in Pranie, the mute swan reserve on Lake Łuknajno, the crane s...

Free projects of energy-efficient blocks available for municipalities.

7Jun By RedakcjaNo Comments

Local government

Free projects of energy-efficient blocks available for municipalities.

The projects were created as part of a competition announced by the Ministry of Development and Technology. Among the submitted works, 5 best concepts were selected, which will be sent to interested local authorities. Contest participants were tasked with designing a 3-story building for 24 families. The most important criteria are architectural value, functionality, and low energy consumption. The competition committee rated the works prepared by 5 studios the highest: Racing Green Interiors Ltd; Rafał Mazur and Łukasz Gaj; Łukasz Stępnik; WAWW Pracownia Projektowa Mirosław Wojcieszak and Gąska Studio Łukasz Gąska Marta Sowińska-Gąska, and Młynarczyk Architects Ltd. Free projects for use Award-winning works will be included in the architectural and construction projects database of Ba...

Expansion of the PGZ Naval Shipyard in Gdynia.

29May By RedakcjaNo Comments

Investments

Expansion of the PGZ Naval Shipyard in Gdynia.

The expansion of PGZ Naval Shipyard in Gdynia will involve the modernization of existing facilities as well as the construction of brand new ones. The company located in the Port of Gdynia provides services related to the modernization, construction, and repairs of warships for state entities. End of difficult years for the shipyard Over the past two decades, the shipyard has been struggling with financial difficulties, which resulted in its bankruptcy declaration in 2009 and the sale of part of its land until 2021. Currently, the president of PGZ Naval Shipyard, Paweł Lulewicz, declares the intention to expand the facility. The initiative includes the construction of new buildings as part of the "Miecznik" Program. The implementation of the project is preceded by the process of obt...

Government mobile app e-Payments for smartphones is used by 9.5 million people.

29May By RedakcjaNo Comments

Society

Government mobile app e-Payments for smartphones is used by 9.5 million people.

The government is launching the e-Payments platform, which will make it easy to settle various taxes and fees. This is a significant convenience for residents who want to quickly pay, for example, their waste collection bill. More and more public and administrative units that collect various types of fees have the opportunity to join the new platform. This can significantly improve the process of fee payments between citizens and municipalities, cities, or the state. mObywatel as a facilitation in tax and fee payments Currently, residents can make payments through the mObywatel system. Through this channel, they can pay property tax, waste disposal fees, as well as rent or lease fees for state-owned lands. It's worth noting the convenience and speed of this payment method. Operators an...