The new government should prioritize delivering on its election manifesto promises, a stance echoed by a majority of voters who participated in a recent national survey. In a poll conducted for RMF FM and Dziennik Gazeta Prawna and published on rmf24.pl, more than half of respondents indicated that implementing those campaign pledges ought to be the primary focus in the opening days of the administration. The finding underscores a clear expectation among the public that the new team should translate campaign commitments into concrete, daylight-ready actions rather than focusing solely on rhetoric or symbolic reforms. This emphasis on keeping campaign promises appears as a central criterion for judging early performance by the government.
A sample of 1,000 adults was asked to describe the most important tasks for the newly formed government in its first period after taking office. The largest share, 56.3 percent, singled out the execution of election promises as the top priority. Close behind, 36.8 percent highlighted the importance of improving relations with the European Union, signaling that economic stability and long-term structural cooperation are high on the public’s agenda. A smaller but notable 21.8 percent emphasized addressing concerns raised by PiS activists, signaling the electorate’s awareness that internal party dynamics and support bases may influence policy direction in the short term. The responses reflect a belief that international alignment and domestic political cohesion should be tackled together to ensure a smoother transition and more predictable policy outcomes.
rmf24.pl noted on Monday that these insights were part of its ongoing coverage of public opinion, illustrating how rapidly perceptions can shift in the early days of a new administration. This early window is often seen as pivotal for setting the tone of governance, including how swiftly campaign promises might be translated into implemented measures, budgetary allocations, and administrative reorganizations. The poll results also point to a public appetite for transparency and accountability in the government’s initial actions, with clearly stated expectations about what should come first and how gains should be measured. The coverage emphasizes that public confidence hinges on demonstrable progress in the first weeks and months of the new term, which can influence perceptions of legitimacy and competency across the political spectrum.
The survey shows that respondents also want the new Council of Ministers to address personnel changes within the government and its subordinate agencies, a notable 11.1 percent of respondents indicating this area as a priority. This signal suggests that voters expect a refreshed leadership approach and a reconfiguration of personnel roles to align with the new agenda and to eliminate bottlenecks that may have hindered previous policy delivery. In addition, 8.8 percent asked for the verification and possible reversal of recent decisions made by the cabinet of Morawiecki, an indication that the public is attentive to the continuity or disruption of policy courses and is watching for prudent, evidence-based revisions where warranted. Even smaller segments, totaling 6.5 percent, pointed to other initiatives, and 5.4 percent expressed no specific opinion, which reflects a spectrum of expectations and a degree of ambivalence common at the onset of any new government cycle. The overall takeaway is a preference for clear, accountable governance with a readiness to adjust policy choices as new information becomes available.
The methodology behind the poll involved a combined CATI and CAWI approach, conducted from December 8 to 10, 2023, with a sample focused on 1,000 respondents. This mixed-methods design aimed to capture a broad cross-section of attitudes, balancing telephone interviews with online responses to improve reach and inclusivity. While some respondents may have differed in how they interpret questions about policy priorities, the overall pattern provides a snapshot of public sentiment as the new administration began its work. The results contribute to a broader conversation about accountability, transparency, and the expectations placed on policy prioritization at a critical turning point in government leadership.
Note: The above findings reflect collective responses gathered for public dissemination by RMF FM and Dziennik Gazeta Prawna during their ongoing coverage, and are presented here for context in evaluating the early policy focus of the administration. The report aims to inform readers about perceived priorities rather than to prescribe a single course of action. Although political opinions may vary, the data highlights a shared interest in timely implementation, international engagement, and principled governance as the new government enters its initial phase.
Source: informational summary from RMF FM and Dziennik Gazeta Prawna, with analysis accompanying the ongoing political coverage.