Efektywność transferów wyrównawczych pomiędzy sektorem rządowym a samorządowym w Polsce

The main objective of the equalization transfers is to allow local government units with different fiscal capacity to provide public services of a similar standard. The purpose of the article is to answer the question whether the Polish equalization system meets the basic efficiency criteria. Special attention is given to the external determinants shaping the revenue system of local government units in Poland. Next, the most important shortcomings and inefficiencies of the current system have been identified. The article also presents the concept of an approach how to assess the effectiveness of intergovernmental transfers, and additionally proposed some solutions to improve the system.