Sejm votes today on dissolution, but Belka government most likely outcome

However, although the motion for dissolution is supported by the majority of parliamentary clubs, such an outcome seems very unlikely. For the dissolution of parliament to occur, a minimum 307 votes need to be cast in favor of the motion, but given that both the ruling Democratic Left Alliance and Labor Union have jointly decided to boycott the ballot, this will probably not be achieved. The president has also taken the step of asking deputies "not to take actions that could worsen the situation on the political scene," as "an earlier election - be it in June or August - would bring further months of destabilization" to the country. Should the vote to dissolve parliament fail, it would mean a green light for the formation of new government under Marek Belka, who is presently putting the final touches to his would-be cabinet. (Rzeczpospolita p. A1) M.G.