The Free Trade Union "Forum-Education" has publicly voiced its concern over proposed regulations concerning educational core curricula. They assert that actions taken by the Minister of Education, Barbara Nowacka, represent an attempt to circumvent the veto imposed by President Karol Nawrocki. This move has been classified as a severe overreach of authority, violating the law and undermining teachers' autonomy and the rights of trade unions in Poland.

The union's criticism highlights specific grievances related to the proposed regulations that they believe significantly exceed the legal delegation provided under the Education Law. They point out that the drafts dated January 21, 2026, could infringe upon the established statutory rights of trade unions as outlined in the Trade Union Act. This raises important questions about the legal authority of the Minister in shaping educational standards and how it affects the governance of schools in Poland.

In a formal letter addressed to Barbara Nowacka, the union has articulated its negative stance toward these specific drafts concerning preschool education and general education for primary schools. They emphasize that the proposed changes are not merely administrative but have profound implications for the educational landscape in Poland, affecting both teaching practices and the rights of educators to meaningful input in the processes that govern their professional environment.