On Tuesday, 7 October, Szymon Hołownia announced he will resign as Sejm marshal on 13 November, provided coalition partners meet his pre‑conditions, while Włodzimierz Czarzasty, vice‑marshal, dismissed the remarks.
Hołownia Announces Resignation and Sets Conditions
During a press conference on 7 October, Hołownia said he will submit his resignation as marshal of the Sejm on 13 November, with a successor elected on 19 November. He explained that the date was chosen with Włodzimierz Czarzasty to avoid an extra meeting dedicated solely to the marshal’s appointment. Hołownia added that his resignation must first be preceded by meeting conditions regarding government composition and the distribution of positions within the coalition. He stressed that if the Left wants both a marshal and a vice‑prime minister, Poland 2050 cannot merely end up with ministers and one vice‑marshal, as that would upset the coalition balance. One of the key conditions is the nomination of Katarzyna Pełczyńska‑Nałęcz as minister of funds and regional policy and as vice‑prime minister.
Czarzasty Declares He Won’t Explain Hołownia’s Words
When asked in the Sejm about Hołownia’s statements, Czarzasty expressed surprise at the leader’s tone and conditions. “I will not explain Hołownia’s words, because I am getting lost,” he said, emphasizing that the coalition agreement and timelines are already established. Czarzasty said that if Hołownia wishes to bring up any issues, he should convene the coalition for discussion, noting that there is no reason to inflate emotions. He also reiterated that Donald Tusk, the prime minister, is the coalition’s leader and drives negotiations with individual parties.
Lewica Signals No Objection to Pełczyńska‑Nałęcz Vice‑Prime Minister Nomination
Regarding the candidate for vice‑prime minister, Czarzasty did not explicitly endorse or oppose the nomination but stated that the Left does not see any obstacle. He suggested that Hołownia should arrange a meeting to discuss the matter formally, focusing on coalition leaders’ talks rather than publicizing conditions. Czarzasty reminded that the coalition agreement clearly sets cooperation rules and the schedule for changes within the Sejm presidency, leaving no reason to interpret the issues differently.
