By Plenary Sessions: Peeter Ernits
Total Sessions: 50
Fully Profiled: 50
2025-10-16
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker focuses on tax policy (specifically, VAT on foodstuffs) and issues concerning the catering business, addressing an expert who is active in the restaurant industry. There are no references to technical data or statistics, but the subject matter is clearly economic and fiscal.
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the European Union budget and the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF), citing specific figures (1.816 trillion) and the 3,000 questions submitted to the Commission. They are also knowledgeable about the deficiencies in state reform and the quality of legislation, criticizing the delegation of legislative power to the executive branch. Additionally, they are well-versed in the connections between security and agriculture, including the potential impacts of Ukraine's possible accession on EU farmers.
2025-10-13
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates thoroughness regarding both tax treaties (Oman, Liechtenstein, model treaties) and budget documentation, citing specific pages and figures (e.g., 6.5 million euros). Technical terms such as "double taxation" are employed, and activity-based budgeting is fiercely criticized as "folly." Furthermore, the speaker is knowledgeable about the weak points of the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the technical details of legislation and procedural matters, criticizing the wording and structure of proposed bills (e.g., the "pig and cuckoo bill"). They demand precision when defining specific concepts, such as "quality space" in the Planning Act. Furthermore, they are well-versed in international conventions and their relevance to the social issues facing specific countries (Iraq, Sri Lanka).
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in state budget documentation and public sector performance management (metrics). He/She uses specific terms such as "activity-based folly" and "political graphomania," and compares Estonian practice with that of Finland, where the documentation is significantly shorter. The speaker specifically questions the time and money spent by officials on creating these meaningless metrics.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Demonstrates knowledge of the procedures for ratifying international treaties, referencing the requirements of the Swedish Riksdag. Utilizes economic data (export/import balance, 109th ranking) and refers to foreign analyses (Euronews, Prison Reform Trust) regarding the topic of prison leasing. Possesses detailed knowledge of the history of Tartu Prison and the war criminals who were detained there.
2025-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding macroeconomic indicators, particularly inflation and purchasing power rankings. They utilize specific statistical data (Estonia 6.2%, Finland 2.2%, Latvia 4.1% in August) and reference Estonia's long-standing role as the European Union's inflation leader since 2009. Furthermore, they cite the contradictory positions of top experts concerning the prime minister's statements.
2025-09-23
15th Riigikogu, 6th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding population register data and demographic ratios, highlighting specific figures (e.g., 15–17-year-olds versus older age groups). They also differentiate between a regulation and a directive in EU law, emphasizing the stricter nature and rapid implementation of the regulation. The speaker uses statistical data (e.g., a target group of 1,374,687) to challenge official claims.
2025-09-22
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of security procedures (Vaindloo, Russian aircraft, drone trajectories) and details of the legal system, particularly concerning the financial and systemic issues faced by liberal professions (bailiffs and bankruptcy trustees). He highlights specific figures (e.g., bailiff’s fees and state taxes) and refers to the conclusions drawn by the National Audit Office regarding the utilization of Ministry of Defence funds.
2025-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in comparative state debt statistics, presenting precise percentage figures for Estonia, the EU average, Finland, Poland, and Lithuania. Furthermore, he/she is attentive to the technical procedures and equipment (visual displays) within the Riigikogu chamber.
2025-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the quality of lawmaking, constitutionality, and issues of delegation, referencing the arguments put forth by the President's legal advisor and their Harvard/Paris legal background. They possess knowledge of financial regulation (the Financial Supervision Authority, the banking world, the Financial Intelligence Unit) and have previous experience as a journalist and media manager. Furthermore, they demonstrate awareness of the historical procrastination surrounding security matters (specifically, shelters dating back to 1990).
2025-09-17
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, press briefing.
The expertise is limited to observing the internal dynamics of the parliament and the behavior of the coalition parties (Eesti 200, Reform Party) in the session hall. There are no references to the use of data, statistics, or technical terminology.
2025-09-16
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The expert assessment focuses on the topics covered in the Chancellor of Justice's report, as well as issues concerning data collection and state supervision. He/She is well acquainted with specific draft legislation ("super database") and earlier political initiatives ("thought control"), also referencing the president's role in rejecting these bills.
2025-09-15
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting
Demonstrates detailed knowledge of the public library network, the role of central libraries, and the potential consequences of the reform (jobs, collection development/acquisition). Possesses knowledge of animal husbandry and the red deer population in Estonia, referencing specific incidents in Virumaa. Utilizes knowledge from the education sector, questioning the correlation between mathematics results and parental wealth, and refers to previous reports by the National Audit Office regarding the use of Ministry of Defence funds.
2025-09-11
15th Riigikogu, 6th plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the field of database creation and financial regulation, being able to name a specific authority (the Financial Supervision Authority), whose involvement he considers procedurally essential. He focuses on the soundness of the database creation process and the lack of associated consultations.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates a detailed understanding of the financial impacts of the European Union's maritime regulations (Emissions Trading System), highlighting specific ticket price increases on Tallink routes (e.g., €5.30 to Helsinki) and referencing industry criticism. He/She is aware of the sheer scale of the extensive civil and national defense law (1,600 pages) and poses technical questions regarding the development of broadband networks, specifically using the term "broad pipe" (lai kõri). He/She also points out the incompetence of officials in differentiating between a directive and a regulation.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of macroeconomic indicators, specifically citing Europe's record inflation rate for August and the level of youth unemployment. A comparative analysis with neighboring countries (Finland, Latvia) is employed to evaluate the government's performance. The emphasis is placed on documented failures that position Estonia at the top of the list for negative economic indicators.
2025-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates detailed expertise regarding national defense and the specific Elva drone incident, presenting precise data (the location of the crater, distances) and physical evidence (a piece of the drone). They are familiar with the National Audit Office's audits concerning systemic issues that arise when monetizing defense capabilities. Furthermore, they are aware of regulations within the financial sector (specifically, credit unions) and the impact of changes to capital requirements.
2025-09-08
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates a high level of detail regarding agricultural subsidies (specifically, PRIA minimum payout sums), regional services (such as the number of bank offices and cash usage statistics), and immigration policy (the 0.1% quota and the volume of exceptions). To support the arguments, the speaker utilizes specific figures and references to audits (conducted by the National Audit Office) and previous documents (the Bank of Estonia 2017 document). Separately highlighted is knowledge of crisis management in forestry and nurseries, exemplified by the case of Iisaku.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The text demonstrates authority in the fields of cultural heritage and museum management, referencing their prior experience as the director of a central museum while simultaneously criticizing the ministry's priorities. They possess specific knowledge concerning rural affairs and agriculture, addressing in detail the limits on subsidies for beekeepers and the issues related to RMK's (State Forest Management Centre) plant cultivation. Furthermore, they are well-versed in the working procedures of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) and the technical substance of draft legislation.
2025-06-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speakers demonstrated their knowledge of the Riigikogu's procedural rules, criticizing the draft bill's fast-track procedure and the danger it poses to the rule of law. Furthermore, the issue of security and hybrid attacks was raised, specifically targeting the paralysis of communication tools used by members of parliament.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker expresses interest in risks associated with cybersecurity and artificial intelligence, specifically inquiring about voice imitation and fraud that could potentially target politicians such as Lauri Läänemets and Kristen Michal. Their primary demand for expertise centers on the impact analysis of legislation, repeatedly calling for specific calculations and data regarding the potential "terrible consequences" should security measures be lacking. The constitutional dimension is also briefly touched upon.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The subject matter expertise is limited to mentioning the e-voting model and international organizations (OECD). Data, technical terms, or deeper explanations that would indicate profound technical expertise are missing.
2025-06-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates authority in the media sector by criticizing the quality and ethical concerns surrounding the journalism of Delfi and Ekspress, referencing their past experience as an editor-in-chief and head of the journalists' union. They cite specific fine amounts (€400,000, €3,000 per day) and refer to constitutional articles and the positions held by the Chancellor of Justice, thereby emphasizing their expertise on the rule of law and data protection issues. Furthermore, they analyze the risks associated with using big databases and artificial intelligence within the context of a preventive state.
2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates detailed historical knowledge regarding the handling of the Waste Act, citing specific years (2017, 2019), individuals (Vakra, Palling), and the work done by the committee. They also possess knowledge concerning future legislative changes (the major war law) and the departure of the bill drafters. They inquire about the payment of fines in other countries, referencing international comparison.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the legislative procedure (readings, the status of amendments) and constitutional law (referencing Section 22). He/She uses financial data regarding the fine amounts (400,000 euros, 3,000 euros per day, 820,000 euros in total) and statistics (the percentage of misdemeanors under the Tokyo Convention is 0.0000023%) to support his arguments.
2025-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
The expert knowledge clearly lies in the technical aspects of lawmaking and legislative drafting technique, utilizing specific terms such as "legislative drafting amendments" and "reference errors." They demonstrate a detailed understanding of how the precision of wording (e.g., "kindergarten" versus "preschool institution") directly impacts the provision of social services. The speaker uses the metaphor of tailoring and a suit to describe the fine art of crafting legislation.
2025-06-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in demographics and socio-economic realities, referencing seminars and presenting specific data regarding the lack of suitable partners for younger women (42% among those up to 29 years old). They also draw on their experience as a member of the Rural Affairs Committee, highlighting anecdotal but detailed examples of the decline in living standards (the cheap sausage party, changes in toilet usage). Furthermore, they touch upon security policy, labeling Estonia an "extremely warlike country."
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in environmental law and financial instruments, citing a specific statute (§ 553 subsection 2) and addressing economic viability (noting that projects do not pay off). He demands science-based data ("measurement data") to justify even the logistical decisions of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament), such as the duration of speaking slots. Furthermore, he mentions his past membership on the Environment Committee, which adds significant weight to his views.
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The presenter demonstrated a deep understanding of the beekeeping sector data, citing precise figures for the number of beekeepers and hives, as well as the specific subsidy amounts (e.g., 3,264 beekeepers, €800,000 versus €560,000). They addressed the issue within the context of food security and the distribution of grants, highlighting the demographic makeup of small-scale beekeepers (who are mostly retirees). Furthermore, the speaker was fully aware of the long-standing delay of the draft Beekeeping Act within the ministry.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
There is a strong focus on analyzing the economic impact of energy policy and regulations, particularly concerning the requirements for Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) and the resulting price hike (up to five times more expensive). The speaker demonstrates detailed knowledge of previous governments' energy plans and requests specific data regarding the regulatory timeline (2% in 2025 versus 70% in 2050).
2025-05-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of specific financial sector topics, including green bonds, instant payments, and the role of the Financial Supervisory Authority (FSA). They reference a comparison table of European Union directives, indicating a thorough immersion in the regulatory material. At the same time, they emphasize the necessity of explaining the substance of complex regulations "in layman's terms."
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker demonstrates command of the operational procedures of Riigikogu committees, evidenced by the conscious choice of the Rural Affairs Committee. Furthermore, they possess knowledge of Estonia's role in international aid, highlighting the country's position as one of the largest per capita contributors to Ukraine. This expertise is directed toward the issues surrounding the balance between political priorities and economic interests.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in foreign policy and security, citing Finland’s behavioral model (quiet armament, golf diplomacy) as an example, and criticizing Estonia’s relationship with the USA. They are also well-versed in specific legislative drafts, such as the church law, the gender balance directive, and international aviation conventions (the Tokyo/Montreal Protocol). They use concrete data (170 nuns aged 20–87) to support their arguments.
2025-05-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the judicial system's structure and the procedures for handling draft legislation, specifically citing the percentages used when weighing institutional opinions. The technical focus is particularly strong on advocating for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and modeling to systematically solve complex administrative and regional challenges (e.g., involving 240 judges and 1,000 officials).
2025-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker expresses interest in the practical side of law enforcement, specifically focusing on the patterns of victimization in phone scams and fraud, and inquiring about how PIN codes are extracted. The analysis provided is presented more as an anecdotal and experience-based overview, rather than relying on technical data or legal terminology.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker openly admits that he is unfamiliar with the proceedings of the previous draft bill and was confused by the topic of discussion. No specific knowledge or authority on the given subject is demonstrated.
2025-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates deep and personal expertise on the subject of large carnivores (wolves, bears, lynx) and forest management, claiming that this world is his daily reality. He presents an authoritative viewpoint that the large carnivore population has grown significantly in recent decades and that nature conservation has become overly powerful, citing the protection of the flying squirrel as an example. He uses his knowledge to support the necessity of limiting the large carnivores’ influence in the forest.
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of EU legislative enforcement and fine mechanisms, citing specific figures (€3,000 per day, €300,000 in accumulated fines). Reference is also made to a specific European Court of Justice ruling concerning a €400,000 fine imposed on January 23rd. The expertise focuses on tracking the financial consequences resulting from the government's inaction.
2025-04-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates deep expertise in the field of ornithology and environmental protection, identifying as an ornithologist and presenting population data and the endangered status of rare birds (e.g., the little curlew, spotted eagles, and divers/loons). Furthermore, he/she possesses detailed knowledge of energy projects and financial mechanisms, criticizing the massive subsidies allocated to offshore wind farms and the pumped storage project. The speaker bases their arguments on conversations with energy specialists and specific knowledge concerning particular bogs and national parks.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of international treaties (Optional Protocols) and the legislative process (impact assessments), questioning their practical relevance. To support his arguments, he utilizes specific percentage data from public opinion surveys regarding the draining of state resources. Furthermore, he raises questions concerning national defense, the foreign duplication of critical services, and the context of oil shale in the Baltic states.
2025-04-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates detailed awareness of the Kultuurkapital funding processes, knowing the precise grant amount (€5,850) and the number of rejections (four times). The expertise focuses on the bottlenecks in cultural sector funding and the fate of specific projects (Toomas Lepp's film about Arnold Rüütel).
2025-04-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The expertise is clear when discussing e-elections, particularly concerning international monitoring and analysis. The speaker is aware of the OSCE delegation's involvement and specifically inquires about the progress of their analysis.
2025-04-16
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of energy policy (offshore wind farms, subsidies, the green frenzy) and social regulations (flavor bans, directives). They reference previous legislation and committee discussions, and demand detailed data (percentages, impact assessments). Furthermore, they are familiar with similar legislative steps taken in other countries (Poland).
2025-04-15
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of legislative procedures, emphasizing the importance of the existence and quality of impact assessments (impact analyses). References to sociological studies regarding public opinion towards the government are also used to support the argument.
2025-04-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates detailed awareness of the energy policy timeline and the associated financial volumes (2.6 billion euros, and the EU's 100 billion). He relies on an external expert (a high-ranking state official/energy specialist) to explain the essence of the scheme: directing taxpayer money straight into the pockets of renewable energy businessmen. He highlights specific dates and events, such as the publication of the Clean Industry Directive and the expulsion of the Social Democrats from the government.
2025-04-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in legislative procedures, particularly concerning the quality of impact assessments for draft legislation and the restricted legal framework. He/She uses specific examples (e.g., a catering entrepreneur with 24 vans) and numerical data (a 5,000 euro registration fee) to illustrate the economic harm caused by the policy.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates specific knowledge regarding the health impacts of wind turbines, referencing a specific scientific study (Zhang, Chen, Xie) concerning the effects on the hippocampus and spatial cognition in rats. Furthermore, they are familiar with the details of legislative procedures and state budgetary expenditures (€70,000), inquiring about the substance of the committee discussions.
2025-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates awareness of the procedures and deadlines for transposing European Union directives, noting that this should have been completed already last December. He/She is familiar with the scope of the directive under discussion, knowing that the range of entities is limited to 18 companies. He/She also makes a rhetorical reference to the earlier "Piirissaare Sailor Directive."
2025-04-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
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