Poland plans to double jail terms for paedophiles (BBC)

Poland has announced plans to double jail terms for paedophiles after a documentary on priest sex abuse sparked outrage in the country.

Convicted paedophiles could now face a maximum sentence of 30 years. In the most serious cases, they could face life in prison.

The documentary includes harrowing testimonies from victims and has been viewed more than 18 million times.

The announcement comes ten days ahead of the European Parliament elections. Read more

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