Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki cautioned on TVP Info about government plans to dismantle the Central Bureau of Anti-Corruption, a move he tied to the coalitions formed by PO, PSL, Polski 2050 and the Left. He expressed gratitude to CBA officers, noting that their work is a key part of the country’s recent successes. He singled out the officials from the Central Bureau of Investigation as well as other security services, stressing that their efforts have helped the nation’s political achievements unfold.
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On November 10, leaders from PO, PSL, Polski 2050 and the Links coalition signed the coalition agreement. Clause 19 of the first section states that the Central Anti-Corruption Bureau would be liquidated, with its resources and authority redistributed to other bodies, including the Anti-Corruption Crimes Department of the Police Central Criminal Investigation Bureau. The agreement claimed that this transition would bolster the fight against corruption, a fight they argued had been neglected by the prior government.
“I warn about this”
Asked on TVP about the proposed dissolution of the CBA, Morawiecki replied that he was issuing a warning and thanked CBA staff for their dedication, along with personnel from other security agencies, including the Central Bureau of Investigation. He acknowledged that these officers contribute to the country’s progress and success.
In addressing the public, he drew a comparison for fellow citizens: when waters are troubled, some pursue illegal gains more easily, like the VAT fraud networks that emerged during the previous administration. He suggested that the market and state must be vigilant against such schemes, warning against letting those schemes reemerge unchecked.
He also urged the public to consult European Commission data for a clearer picture of how illicit gains have affected the budget and the economy, arguing that the VAT fraud problem harmed the Polish finances and undermined trust in tax systems.
He underscored the risk that some in the governing bloc might want to revert to a time when anti-corruption enforcement was weaker, making it easier for illicit actors to profit at the expense of Polish citizens.
We defeated all these mafias”
Morawiecki added that it was once common to ask where the embezzled money was hidden, with suspects believed to stash funds in hidden vaults controlled by criminals and fraudsters. He argued that, through fiscal reforms and robust enforcement measures, the government had uncovered and exposed those funds, removing opportunities for such corruption to thrive.
He described the ongoing efforts at the Ministry of Finance as a decisive strike against entrenched networks and a demonstration that the state would no longer tolerate embezzlement. The message was clear: with persistent action, the administration would continue to disrupt and dismantle criminal finances and prevent future incursions on the public purse.
In closing, the Prime Minister reaffirmed a commitment to uphold strong anti-corruption policies, protect honest taxpayers, and maintain transparent governance as the country navigates through political shifts and reform debates. The discussion remained focused on safeguarding public funds and ensuring that law enforcement and investigative agencies operate with independence and vigor.
kk/PAP