PM makes time for English

28th May 2011

The PM is aiming to improve his English skills in the run up to Poland's presidency of the EU

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Reports claim that PM Donald Tusk has been receiving English classes over the last few months in the run up to Poland’s stint as EU’s President.

According to Wprost magazine, an anonymous source stated that the classes take place with a native speaker on a one-to-one basis and are generally conversation-based.

The lessons are also aimed at creating a good impression during US President Barak Obama’s visit, as well as providing Mr Tusk with a better chance of taking over as European Commission President when José Manuel Barroso finishes his second term in 2014.

“Donald Tusk is generally liked in Brussels and enjoys good relations with EU leaders, while his candidacy would pr ...

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