By Plenary Sessions: Varro Vooglaid
Total Sessions: 9
Fully Profiled: 9
2024-01-25
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The political position is sharply focused on the serious addressing of public concerns and the accountability of agencies (such as the Health Board) in investigating hazardous substances. The speaker opposes the trivialization of these issues and demands that real solutions be found, prioritizing the actions and responsibility of government bodies. This position is strongly oriented toward ensuring effectiveness and public safety.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The political stance heavily emphasizes the government's blatant violation of legislative procedures and the principles of the rule of law. The speaker is fundamentally opposed to the practice of failing to attach constitutional analyses or drafting intentions to proposed bills, labeling this contradiction between ideals and reality as both fundamental and egregious. Furthermore, there is an emphasis on more effectively safeguarding the ideal of the nation-state and the status of the Estonian language, grounded in constitutional obligation. The overall focus is strongly value-based and procedural.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The political stance centers on foreign policy prudence and the ramifications of security decisions. The speaker opposes government actions that knowingly and intentionally escalate tensions in Estonian-Russian relations, unless such steps are absolutely imperative. He questions the necessity of expelling Metropolitan Eugeni, viewing it instead as "harassment and provocation" and a fundamental issue of principle. The political framework is value-driven, emphasizing personal dignity and adherence to principles.
2024-01-23
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The political stance is sharply critical of the government’s activities and the data presented, focusing on two core issues: the concealment of the actual tax burden, and the insufficient investigation and subsequent neglect of serious public health risks (carcinogenic effects) by officials. These positions are aimed at improving performance and increasing transparency. One speaker forcefully disputes the official 33% tax burden figure, while the other urgently calls for attention to the risks.
2024-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The political position is strongly opposed to the mandatory renovation (often referred to as 'forced renovation') imposed by the European Union and the accompanying environmental requirements, emphasizing the protection of individual liberty and property rights. The speaker sharply criticizes the government’s tax hikes and fiscal policy, especially regarding inflation and the residential land tax, viewing these measures as having totalitarian characteristics. The focus is heavily value-driven (freedom, sovereignty) and centered on safeguarding citizens' financial capacity.
2024-01-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The political focus is currently centered on the principles of the rule of law and the accountability of those wielding state power, particularly concerning the actions of the Prosecutor's Office. The speaker strongly supports the strengthening of the service supervision carried out by the Ministry of Justice over the Prosecutor's Office, considering the lack of accountability for abuses of state power to be one of Estonia's fundamental problems. This position is strongly policy-driven and values the principle of official accountability.
2024-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The speaker’s position is strongly oppositional and value-based, focusing on three main topics: the effectiveness of aid to Ukraine (border control for men of mobilization age), the Estonian demographic crisis, and government accountability and transparency (Rail Baltic, the Lehtme case). He/She criticizes the government for a lack of willpower and dishonesty, questioning the government’s actual motives (e.g., prioritizing cheap labor). On the issue of demography, the stance is heavily influenced by the values inherent in the survival of the nation-state and the preamble of the constitution.
2024-01-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The political position is strongly value-based, focusing on addressing a genuine legal loophole in civil status procedures while emphasizing human dignity and the principle of trusting citizens. He sharply criticizes the coalition's practice of simply "trashing" opposition bills, viewing this as a serious problem for parliamentary culture. The speaker maintains that the state should not treat its citizens in a humiliating manner or subject them to pressure based on ideology.
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The political stance centers on tax policy, specifically emphasizing the reduction of the Value Added Tax (VAT) rate to 18.8%. This position is strongly supportive and geared toward pushing a specific draft law through, which indicates a policy-driven approach. This constitutes a clearly defined fiscal policy objective.