Freedom Union big shots test the water before jumping ship

So far, the politicians in question have met with the PO's leader, Jan Rokita, to discuss the possibility of greater co-operation between the two parties. However, it is certain that the UW as a whole will not merge with the PO as its leader, Władysław Frasyniuk, opposes the idea. The PO's leadership is likely to welcome any defectors from the UW, but the party's board must approve all membership applications on an individual basis. (Rzeczpospolita, p.A5) E.B.