Session Profile: Kalle Grünthal
15th Riigikogu, 6th session, plenary session
2025-09-23
Political Position
The political position is highly critical of the decline in security (specifically, confirming departure from residence via simple email) and the restriction of consumer 'right to repair' rights, viewing the latter as primarily serving the interests of major manufacturers. Criticism is also leveled at the ineffective scheduling and work time planning by the Riigikogu Board. The focus is heavily directed toward improving the substance of policy and the overall organization of parliamentary work.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in digital security and administrative procedures, highlighting the challenges of identity verification and the risk of fraud when using standard (unregistered) mail. Furthermore, he/she possesses detailed knowledge of the technical requirements of the European Union Regulation on batteries and waste batteries, particularly concerning the easy removability of batteries.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is questioning, critical, and concerned, focusing on logical arguments and practical examples (e.g., lease agreements, scam emails). The speaker attempts to clarify complex topics using plain language to emphasize the threat posed to consumer and national security. The tone is formal and procedural, demanding accountability and the implementation of measures.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The speaker is active during the plenary session, submitting multiple detailed questions and procedural critiques over the course of a single day (2025-09-23). This pattern of activity suggests intervention in the legislative debate through questions and criticism directed at the Riigikogu Board's scheduling.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
Direct criticism is aimed at the Reform Party for blocking the scheduling of the motor vehicle tax bill, and at the Riigikogu Board for the inefficient use of working time. Politically, there is opposition to EU regulations that create monopolies and serve the interests of large manufacturers. The criticism is primarily procedural and policy-based.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
There is no direct evidence of cooperation, but the speaker refers to the Centre Party's proposal to move the motor vehicle tax bill up to Tuesday's agenda, which suggests similar procedural stances. Openness to compromise is not mentioned; instead, the management is being demanded to implement measures.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is divided between national issues (local government procedures, the organization of work of the Riigikogu) and international topics (European Union regulations). Particular emphasis is placed on the role of the local government unit in identity verification. Specific regional or local interests are lacking.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
The economic views are directed towards protecting consumer rights concerning self-repair and preventing the formation of monopolies, criticizing the EU regulation as serving the interests of battery and accumulator manufacturers. It is emphasized that legislation should not cause material damages during administrative procedures related to rental agreements.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
The main social issue revolves around ensuring security and identity verification in administrative procedures to prevent fraud and guarantee that the communication originated from the correct person. Furthermore, reference is made to a cultural aspect, specifically that self-repair (DIY) was commonplace during the Soviet era.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is centered on ensuring the security of reporting a change of residence (in opposition to the amendments to Section 74) and opposing the implementation of the European Union regulation concerning battery and accumulator waste. Procedurally, attention is being paid to the optimal utilization of the Riigikogu's working hours and the timely scheduling of the draft Motor Vehicle Tax Act.
5 Speeches Analyzed