A gift worth 1200 PLN will no longer be included in the parliamentary register of benefits. "This is a superficial move"

The threshold for gifts received by Polish parliamentarians is set to increase significantly, from 380 PLN to 1201.50 PLN, as part of a broader legislative amendment. This change aims to address inconsistencies in the law regarding the oath of office and to modernize the reporting process for gifts. However, experts criticize the amendment as superficial, arguing that it does not tackle the underlying issue of politicians' neglect of the benefits register. Historical data shows that compliance with reporting obligations has decreased over time, with politicians often ignoring the register due to a lack of penalties for non-compliance. The proposed changes may not lead to greater transparency as intended.