In the Sejm chamber, a sharp exchange unfolded when Marshal Szymon Hołownia asked Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki about the status of the budget. The Prime Minister replied that the upcoming budget would be steered by the party or coalition that wins the majority in the near future, insisting that the budget is being managed with careful oversight.
The Chairman of the Sejm responds to the Prime Minister
Hołownia referenced Morawiecki’s earlier remarks, made during the Prime Minister’s speech, about signing a settlement that would eliminate VAT on food on Friday or Saturday. He noted the public interest and the belief that many Poles are watching closely. Hołownia added that he would answer the questions put by the Prime Minister and by others who directed inquiries to him.
Hołownia praised a regulation and the declaration surrounding it, stating that the measure resonates with millions of Poles. He also mentioned that the concerns raised about the extension of credit holidays had been referred to the parliamentary committee for consideration.
The parliamentary commission announced it would await the formation of a new government, which was expected to take shape within about a hundred hours. He also pointed out that the plan to freeze energy prices—whether through a government initiative or a parliamentary project—had faced rejection in the Sejm and is now being debated as a parliamentary draft. He stressed that this situation does not place the country at risk.
As the discussion continued, Hołownia repeatedly returned to the budget question, asking a question he had already posed three times: where is the budget?
“The budget is very well planned.”
Morawiecki responded that the budget would be submitted to parliament by the government that gains a majority in the near term. He reassured the Sejm by saying, do not worry, the budget is very well planned. He explained that the revenue and expenditure projections were carefully laid out, and that the zero VAT on food fits clearly within this framework.
Hołownia welcomed the statement and expressed his satisfaction with the direction. He conveyed his optimism about the forthcoming budget’s trajectory and possible impact.
Morawiecki’s assertion further outlined the government’s stance on fiscal planning and program delivery, underscoring the importance of a coherent budget that supports planned economic measures and social protections as part of a broader strategy.
He highlighted the zero VAT on food as a straightforward component of the plan, reinforcing the belief that the policy would align with the intent to ease household costs. Looking ahead, Hołownia indicated his approval of the statement as a positive sign for the budget’s content and timing.
Morawiecki’s speech
During his address in the Sejm, Prime Minister Morawiecki outlined a package designed to help more than one million Polish families. The package centers on a targeted loan relief program intended to provide relief from rising debt payments amid inflation. He noted that the timing and design of this measure were shaped to maximize its reach, even as opposition figures and some members of parliament scrutinize the proposal.
The Prime Minister also called for swift adoption of measures extending the so‑called energy shield for businesses and stated his belief that the zero VAT on food plan would be signed on Friday or Saturday to ensure rapid effect. He presented a clear agenda focused on tangible, immediate relief for households and businesses alike.
In a candid moment, he warned against delays and emphasized that parliament should first approve what benefits Polish families. His remarks framed energy security, consumer protections, and accessible credit as essential elements of a real, practical policy toolkit rather than ceremonial gestures or symbolic acts.
Morawiecki stressed that a robust energy shield, affordable food costs through zero VAT, and genuine credit holidays must be available to at least a million Poles, potentially more as the initiative scales. He urged legislators to keep the focus on real issues affecting daily life, rather than political theater or empty rhetoric.
The discussion also touched on recent legislative developments, including debates around consumer protections in the energy sector. The dialogue underscored a broader commitment to protecting households from financial strain while maintaining a stable economic trajectory. The parliament’s role in shaping these policies remained central as members evaluated the impact on ordinary citizens. The discussion included reflections on how these measures would be implemented in the near term and how they would interact with broader fiscal policy. The exchange concluded with a reaffirmation of the need for practical, timely action that directly benefits Polish families and businesses.
Source: wPolityce