Krzysztof Gawkowski has been re-elected as the head of the left-wing club, with Marcelina Zawisza chosen as deputy head and Dariusz Wieczorek stepping in as the club secretary. These decisions were announced on Sunday after a lengthy session. The group also signaled its plan to support Włodzimierz Czarzasty as deputy chairman of the Sejm and Magdalena Biejat as deputy chairman of the Senate, underscoring a clear, cooperative vision for the next term.
The Left Club gathered for more than three hours on Sunday evening, using the time to establish a refreshed presidency and to approve new regulations ahead of the Sejm and Senate reconvening on Monday. The discussions centered on creating a stable leadership framework that would guide the party’s parliamentary activities, while keeping doors open for collaboration with allied parties and movements.
According to Krzysztof Gawkowski, the new parliamentary term will see the club formed by four parties: the New Left, Razem, the Polish Socialist Party, and the Workers’ Union. This four-party configuration is expected to provide a broad base for policy development and voting cohesion within the parliamentary group.
A presidency of three people
During the session, the club also elected a three-person presidency. Gawkowski will serve as the club’s head, Marcelina Zawisza will act as vice-president, and Dariusz Wieczorek was chosen as the club secretary. Gawkowski stressed that every member of the Presidium received the maximum possible votes, reflecting strong cross-party support and a shared commitment to ongoing cooperation within the group.
Gawkowski noted that the Presidium’s formation is a sign of unity and readiness to advance the club’s agenda as the new chamber sessions begin. He confirmed that the leadership lineup would be tested early as the group prepares to participate in upcoming parliamentary activities and committee assignments.
The group also announced that tomorrow at noon in the Sejm, and on the 16th in the Senate, the Presidium will be formally elected. The scheduling reflects careful planning to ensure a smooth transition into the new legislative cycle and to align leadership roles with the workload of the chambers.
– recalled the politician, emphasizing the importance of timely organizational steps as the new term opens. The parliamentary club has put forward recommendations for Presidium members in both chambers, signaling confidence in the nominated leaders and a shared strategic approach for parliamentary work.
Today these recommendations were received by Magdalena Biejat, co-chair of the Razem Party, for the Senate deputy chair position, and Włodzimierz Czarzasty, co-chair of the New Left, who was proposed for the Sejm deputy chair post. Gawkowski announced these nominations as part of the broader effort to align leadership across the two houses with the club’s policy priorities and alliance commitments.
Cooperation with the opposition
The head of the club stressed that the faction in the new parliament intends to pursue constructive cooperation with other forces that formed the opposition in the previous legislature. The aim is to build a program that can bridge differences on critical issues while advancing shared goals in social policy and democratic governance.
The leadership underscored a focus on social policy — including efforts to defend women’s rights and improve housing and democratic institutions. They also highlighted the importance of upholding the rule of law and maintaining openness to collaboration with the European Union to strengthen Poland’s market and political landscape.
In the upcoming parliamentary term, the left-wing club will comprise 26 parliamentarians and 9 senators, creating a sizeable bloc capable of influencing debates, shaping committee work, and pushing for the group’s legislative priorities. The leadership’s message emphasized steadiness, accountability, and a pragmatic approach to coalition-building that can deliver tangible benefits for constituents and civil society alike.
In line with these goals, the club pledged to engage with citizens and civil society groups to gather input on key policy areas, including economic fairness, social welfare, and transparent governance. The overarching aim is to ensure that the club’s actions reflect the needs and aspirations of the broader public while maintaining principled stances on core democratic values.
The shift in leadership and the emphasis on cross-party cooperation signal a strategic move to shape the legislative agenda in a way that balances progressive priorities with practical governance. The coming months are expected to reveal how this newly organized leadership translates into policy proposals, parliamentary alliances, and active citizen engagement.
Source validation and internal discussions suggest that the left-wing club views its strengthened leadership as a platform for sustained, responsible participation in Poland’s political process, with a focus on social equity, democratic norms, and adherence to the rule of law. The ongoing preparations reflect a careful, measured approach to leadership in a dynamic parliamentary environment.
The parliamentary club, with its updated leadership and policy focus, is poised to contribute to debates on housing, gender equality, and the broader framework of European integration. The forthcoming sessions will test the club’s ability to forge alliances, defend core values, and advance a coherent legislative program that resonates with voters across the country.