On 22 October 2020 the Polish Constitutional Tribunal ruled that abortion should not be permitted, even in cases of foetal abnormalities. The verdict sparked protests in every city across the country. In Episode 5 of the Italian podcast, Europa Reloaded , we hear from Claudia Torrisi, Giulia Olga Fasoli and Pia, who is involved in the resistance. An English language synopsis follows the audio.
At the end of 2020 the Polish Constitutional Tribunal passed a ruling, that abortion, including in instances where there is evidence of foetal abnormalities, is against the rule of law. The verdict sparked a wave of protest that engulfed major cities, and towns across the country, with feminist movements leading the revolt . The future of Poland is at stake, but so are the rights of its women and citizens.