MANAGEMENT OF STATE POLICY IN THE FIELD OF SUPPORT, LAW AND PREVENTING INSOLVENCY OF TOUR OPERATORS DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC AND THE WAR IN UKRAINE

Abstract

Purpose. The objective of the research was to discuss the measures enacted by the Polish state during the COVID-19 crisis and the war in Ukraine for the support and protection of the market of tour operators against insolvency.Method. Descriptive analysis based on secondary sources, mainly legal acts and data gathered by the Ministry of Sport and Tourism in Poland.Findings. The results show the effectiveness of legal instruments enacted by the Polish government during the COVID-19 crisis and the war in Ukraine. The measures taken concern the protection of the tour operator market against insolvency. The number of insolvencies shows the effectiveness of actions taken by the state. Legal regulations in this area were discussed as part of empirical and dogmatic- exegetical research.Research and conclusions limitations. The research was focused on activities undertaken by the minister responsible for tourism disputes in the Republic of Poland.Practical implications. The factual measures taken in Poland can be applied by other governments.Originality. The presented analysis and opinions are presented in English for the first time.Type of paper. Case study.