The Supreme Audit Office (NIK) in Poland has raised serious concerns regarding the ongoing reconstruction of the Saxon Palace, a project initially taken over by Donald Tusk's government after the Law and Justice party. The audit, released on February 16, reveals that between 2021 and 2025, successive cultural ministers failed to provide a realistic cost estimate for this massive undertaking, which also includes the reconstruction of the Brühl Palace and adjacent buildings that were destroyed during World War II.

NIK's findings indicate that the project's scale and delays in the schedule pose a substantial risk of not meeting the anticipated completion date of December 31, 2030. Moreover, the auditors criticized the lack of a concrete budget, asserting that funds are being allocated based merely on verbal assurances, which raises questions about fiscal responsibility and management practices within the project.

As discussions about the project's future continue, the implications of these findings could lead to increased public scrutiny and demand for accountability from the government. The reconstruction of these historical sites is seen as a significant cultural project, and any further delays may impact public perception and trust in the current administration's ability to manage such essential national initiatives.