A radio programme hosted by Andrzej Stankiewicz turned into a fiery debate on Sunday over Karol Nawrocki’s refusal to grant 136 civil‑service and 46 judicial nominations, drawing criticism from both parties.
Radio ZET’s 7th Daily Programme: A Fiery Exchange
Aired on “7th Day of the Week at Radio ZET,” the show featured Andrzej Stankiewicz interviewing a panel of politicians, including KO MEP Bartosz Arłukowicz, PiS MP Janusz Cieszyński, PSL MP Jan Filip Libicki, Confederation’s Witold Tumanowicz, and Lewica’s Andrzej Szejna. The discussion turned tense over Karol Nawrocki’s decision to decline 136 civil‑service and 46 judicial appointments.
Karol Nawrocki Refuses 136 Civil‑Service and 46 Judicial Nominations
MP Arłukowicz highlighted the magnitude of the refusals, noting the President had justified the rejection by saying the nominees “would create chaos in the justice system” together with the PO team.
Arłukowicz further accused the President of building a “political nursery” around him, naming Zbigniew Bogucki and Paweł Szyfernak as key figures. He claimed the President is positioning himself in opposition to former President Tusk.
Polish MPs Condemn the Nominations; Judges Asked to Refrain from Politics
PiS MP Janusz Cieszyński replied that judges are not politicians and should remain “silent.” He urged them not to use social media or comment on political matters.
Arłukowicz responded sarcastically, calling the idea of silent judges “radical,” and emphasized that authoritarian governments “can keep people in the dark.”
Health System Struggles: Funding Shortfalls and Hospital Admissions
Arłukowicz praised the interview, describing the hospital spokesperson as a key figure in the last few years’ health policy, overseeing supplies of respirators and masks.
When asked why there is now a lack of funds for essential health services, Arłukowicz replied, “It stems from many reasons; we cannot discuss them all here.” He traced the first financial problems back to the PiS government, which redirected nearly 14 billion złoty to its foundations and villas, burdening the National Health Fund. He added that the situation “could have been avoided.”