Evolution of the internal control system in local self-government over 25 years of selfgovernance in Poland

Abstract

The article is a summary of the internal control system in local self-government in Poland to mark the 25-years existence of local self-government. The main issues relating to internal control in public administration are presented. Internal control in local self-government units based on full implementation of the concept of New Public Management is presented, followed by the discussion of the results of its implementation and the role of management control and internal audit in local self-government. The paper is also an attempt to draw attention to the need for a change in the mentality and awareness of society, both of public administration as well of residents, in order to improve the quality of the tasks carried out by local self-government.