National Council of the Judiciary 2024: How judges were selected and court independence defended
This is the annual activity report of the body that selects judicial candidates in Poland. In 2024, the Council proposed nearly 500 new judges and assessors, and also took action to defend the independence of the courts by challenging certain government regulations. These actions directly impact who will decide citizens' cases in court and how.
Key points
The Council submitted motions to the President to appoint 476 individuals to judicial and assessor positions.
It filed 14 motions with the Constitutional Tribunal to review the constitutionality of judiciary-related regulations that, in the Council's view, could threaten its independence.
The Council received over 4,700 letters from citizens in the form of complaints and motions regarding the functioning of the justice system.
The Council commented on the courts' budget plans, pointing out issues such as low salaries for staff, which could negatively affect the efficiency of proceedings.
Mandatory hearings for candidates for the Supreme Court and the Supreme Administrative Court were introduced before a recommendation decision is made.
Status:
Adopted
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