A year after Donald Tusk's election, it was time to measure how his government was coping with the economical announcements presented in the exposé. The promises afraid both concrete reforms and general demands related to improving the economical situation in Poland. The money.pl portal checked what was achieved and what is inactive waiting for implementation.
So far, Donald Tusk's government has fulfilled any of the most crucial economical promises. These included the unlocking of the National Recovery Plan (KPO), which was crucial for the acquisition of EU funds. Poland gained PLN 27 billion from KPO and by the end of the year it is inactive planned to submit applications for an additional PLN 40 billion.
Another crucial improvement was the introduction of the “grandmother” programme, the “Active Parent”. This programme provides financial support of PLN 1500 per period for families receiving childcare in a nursery. Although implementation of this improvement has faced any problems, related to increases in the cost of nursery care, the government has yet taken control of the situation.
The government besides continues its policy of advanced defence spending, which contributes to strengthening Poland's position in NATO. Military spending in 2024 is expected to scope 4.7% of GDP, which puts Poland at the forefront of the Alliance countries in terms of proportional defence spending.
In the course of implementation: Windmill Act and PIT cash register
Some of Donald Tusk's key promises are inactive under way. An example is the Windmill Act, which is subject to obstacles. The first draft did not pass through Parliament, which forced the government to return to the consultation phase. Further steps should be taken to liberalise the rules on wind power plants in the coming months.
The government is besides working on reforming the taxation system, introducing a cash registry PIT. This change, aimed at relieving entrepreneurs, will enter into force early next year. It will let tiny companies to pay income taxation only after receiving payment for the invoice, which is intended to improve the financial liquidity of the companies.
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Problems and delays: migration, fiscal council and improvement of justice
Not all announcements were full realized. 1 example is the improvement of the migration system, which, despite many declarations, inactive faces difficulties. Although the government has taken steps to reduce migration force on the east border, the introduction of a more restrictive visa and immigration policy is under way.
It is akin with the establishment of a Fiscal Council to measure the fiscal policy of the government. Although the bill is ready, it has not yet been adopted by Parliament. The Council is not due to start operations until 2026, which means that its real impact on budgetary policy will inactive should be waited.
The improvement of the judiciary, including the separation of the function of lawyer General and Minister of Justice, besides faces problems. Although the bill was prepared, its implementation may not take place until next year's presidential election.
The Future of Making Promises
In the coming months, it will be crucial to accelerate the implementation of the promises of improving the investment climate, reforming the healthcare strategy and introducing mechanisms to support tiny and medium-sized enterprises. The Government of Tusk besides faces the challenge of orderlying the energy marketplace and continuing investment in infrastructure, including CPK.
Many experts point out that the full implementation of any promises may depend on the result of the next year's presidential election. In the event of a win by a candidate favouring the current majority, reforms can be accelerated, especially in the area of justice and migration policy.
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