Poland's ruling Law and Justice party hold congress

Some 1,100 delegates are gathering in the central city of Przysucha on Saturday to look at what lies ahead for the party and to sum up the past year.

The conservative Law and Justice party swept to power in general elections in late 2015.

The congress on Saturday will consist of two parts, first comprising a Law and Justice gathering followed by a wider meeting of right-wing parties.

Party leader Jarosław Kaczyński will deliver the keynote speech at the congress, followed by deputy Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki, alongside United Poland leader Zbigniew Ziobro and the head of the Poland Together grouping, Jarosław Gowin.

“This congress will bring about a defining programme proposal, which will be presented to the entire nation,” said Defence Minister Antoni Macierewicz.

Meanwhile, party spokeswoman Beata Mazurek has dismissed speculation that a government reshuffle would be announced at the congress. She added that the fact that Morawiecki would deliver a speech at the event, while Prime Minister Beata Szydło would not, was nothing out of the ordinary.

“We’re focusing on economy and growth, hence Mateusz Morawiecki’s address, as he’s the one who is largely responsible for these areas,” Mazurek said.

(aba/pk)

Source: PAP, IAR