On 13 December 2023 the country's government was taken over by the Civic Coalition. Within 100 days of government, they were to introduce 100 specifics. March 22 is the 100th day of government. I decided to see what the civilian Coalition had achieved so far.
The run "100 concretes for 100 days of civilian Coalition" was 1 of the key elements of the pre-election strategy of the Civic Coalition (KO) in Poland before the parliamentary elections in 2023. This initiative aimed to supply voters with a clear and detailed action plan which the KO intended to take in the first 100 days of its possible governance. This was an effort to draw attention to the political specificities and solutions to the problems that would affect the broad spectrum of society, from the economy to education and wellness care.
This strategy aimed not only to draw the attention of voters seeking concrete and feasible electoral promises, but besides to show that KO is ready to take swift and effective action, as opposed to promises without covering or general declarations. The ‘100 concrete’ plan covered various areas where the KO declared changes.
86 points out of 100 details inactive to be achieved. Why?
It's clear that everything didn't work out. 1 might even say that the vast majority failed. 86 points from "100 specifics for 100 days Citizens' Coalition" was not taken at all. Why?
The leader of the “Signals of the Day” in Radio 1 cited the estimates of 1 of the “counts” of the promises made – 8 concretes realized, 4 not full realised, 85 pending and 1 unrealised.
"If we had a homogeneous government, if the KO had obtained 231 tickets, and preferably a number that would let us to reject the President's veto, we would have the chance to be precisely accounted for these 100 mandates," said Mr Mariusz Witczak. The politician said that the president was besides blocking any of the work, and at the beginning of the regulation the current majority vetoed the budget bill.
"We are determined, we request more time, we request a fresh president to not be blocked, and we will always gotta search compromises within the coalition," he said.
One “concrete” was not implemented at all
Despite the stated intent of the fresh recruitment in transparent competitions, where competence was to be decided, alternatively than household or organization knowledge, in practice not all nominations reflect these principles.
Magdalena Roguska, a associate of the Supervisory Board of the Polish Securities Printing Works, was a associate of the Civic Platform and was a treasurer of the Warsaw branch of the party. She is besides late the head of the political cabinet of Minister Marcin Kierwiński.
What's done in part?
1. Public media reform
Although measures to reduce the backing of public media have been initiated by redirecting measures to treat cancer in children, the goal of depolitisation and socialisation of public media has not been full achieved. The National Media Council has not been liquidated, which shows difficulties in implementing the full improvement of public media.
2. Increases for teachers
A promise has been made to rise teachers' salaries, which is an crucial step towards improving the financial situation of those working in education. However, the deficiency of advancement on automatic revalorisation and professional autonomy of teachers indicates that full implementation of the obligations towards this profession remains a task to be carried out.
3. Liability for infringements
In the context of prosecution of persons liable for various incidents and violations of law, legal action has been taken against certain identified persons. This is simply a signal that any of the announcements on public accountability have been reflected in legal action, although not all announcements have been full implemented.
4. Settlement of violations of the Constitution and the regulation of law
The initiative to bring elected persons to the Court of State for violation of the regulation of law has been implemented only partially – the announcements to the head of the NBP, Adam Glapiński, has been made, which shows limitations in the process of accounting for activities incompatible with the Constitution and the law. This highlights the challenges in the full implementation of legal protection obligations.
5. Freezing of gas prices
The law on ‘freezing’ of gas prices for the first half of 2024 was adopted and signed, which is simply a step towards stabilising the cost of surviving for households and susceptible customers. However, limiting this measurement to only the first half of the year may indicate the request for further action to guarantee long-term sustainability of energy prices.
What did KO do?
1. In vitro financing
The adoption of the Act on the permanent financing of the in vitro procedure from the state budget is simply a step forward to support families facing fertility problems. At least PLN 500 million for this intent shows a commitment to supply access to modern methods of fertility treatment.
2. VAT simplification for the beauty sector
The taxation change in the cosmetic and care services sector by reducing the VAT rate to 8% is simply a consequence to the demands of the manufacture and aims to reduce the cost of services to consumers, as well as support for entrepreneurs in the sector.
3. Change in the position of Ombudsman for the Rights of the Child
The function of Ombudsman for Children's Rights Monica Hornie-Cieślak, recognised as a individual who puts the welfare of children first, underlines the importance of protecting the rights of the youngest in state policy.
4. Establishment of the Ministry of Industry
The creation of the Ministry of Industry, based in Silesia, is simply a clear signal of focusing attention on the needs and improvement of the industrial sector in Poland, which is strategical for the country's economy.
5. Combating corruption in the MFA
Taking legal action against those liable for corruption in the Ministry of abroad Affairs, in peculiar in the context of the visa scandal, shows determination to destruct irregularities and safeguard the interests of the state.
6. backing telephone Trust for Children and Youth
Protecting funds in the budget for the operation of the Children and Youth telephone 116 111 is an crucial step towards providing intellectual and advisory support for young people in need.
7. Strengthening Poland's position in the EU
Obtaining EU funds and returning to the decision-making group in the institutions of the European Union is an accomplishment that is crucial for Poland's interests on the global stage, especially in the context of negotiations and implementation of EU financial programmes.
8. Nature conservation
The suspension or simplification of logging in the most precious natural areas of forests is an crucial step towards protecting the biodiversity and natural resources of Poland.
9. Access to an ‘emergency concept’
Facilitating access to non-prescription emergency contraception is an crucial change to increase women's autonomy in deciding on their own reproductive wellness and sexual life.
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