By Plenary Sessions: Varro Vooglaid

Total Sessions: 7

Fully Profiled: 7

2025-02-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the financial scope of offshore wind farm subsidies (2.6 billion euros over 20 years) and the legal assessment of the government's actions. Specific references are made to Section 209 (Fraud) of the Penal Code, and the three elements of fraud are outlined. The expert analysis is aimed at applying the definitions of financial liability and criminal law within a political context.
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of security law and parliamentary oversight, particularly concerning the handling of state secrets and the substantive analysis of KAPO (Estonian Internal Security Service) threat assessments. He criticizes the classified document as superficial and reflective of political biases, demanding instead a fact-based security analysis. He clearly distinguishes between the jurisdictions of the Riigikogu (Parliament) and the local government council in the context of electoral rights.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of constitutional law, referencing § 40 of the Constitution and the doctrine of restrictions (suitability, necessity, proportionality). Geopolitical analysis is also emphasized, particularly concerning the change in the US administration and its impact on Estonian security. Furthermore, the speaker corrects the theological errors made by opponents, demonstrating knowledge of Christian prayer practices.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
The speaker demonstrates expertise in religious freedom, canonical bonds, and security policy, citing the Foreign Intelligence Service report and the speech given by US Vice President J. D. Vance. He/She is adept at analyzing the sphere of values and ideological shifts on the international stage, utilizing direct quotes from foreign policy sources to bolster political stances.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in economic matters, particularly when analyzing the impact of tax hikes during a recession, citing the head of the Estonian Institute of Economic Research. Financial issues within the energy sector are also a focus, with a demand for the publication of the calculations used for the 2.6 billion euro subsidy for offshore wind farms. Detailed questions are also being raised regarding the documentation and transparency of the state-owned company Nordica.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding constitutional order and the principles of the rule of law, particularly concerning the punishment and compulsory dissolution of legal entities. They employ precise legal terminology such as "the principle of the rule of law," "compulsory dissolution," and "canonical ties." The speaker demands a fact-based approach, which indicates detailed knowledge of the content of Bill 570 and the proceedings within the Legal Affairs Committee.
2025-02-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker focuses on foreign policy and security topics, as well as a critical analysis of energy and environmental policy (the green transition). Conceptual terms such as "obedient implementation" and "energy independence" are used, but no data or statistics are presented.