Session Profile: Andre Hanimägi
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
2025-09-24
Political Position
The speaker focuses heavily on the balance between national security and personal freedoms, offering vigorous support for the enactment of the number identification system. He emphasizes that this is a paramount instrument for the police, necessary for solving serious crimes, thereby prioritizing the need for security. The political framework is results-oriented, stressing the necessity of finding solutions so that the police do not have their hands tied.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of law and technology, referencing the positions of the Data Protection Inspectorate, the Chancellor of Justice, and the Ministry of Justice. He/She clearly distinguishes the bill under discussion from other technologies, noting that it does not include AI or facial recognition, which require separate deliberation. The speaker uses specific terminology such as "non-personalized image" and "infringement," while explaining the procedures for data deletion.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is rational and persuasive, focusing on the logical balance where the benefit of security outweighs the minimal infringement of personal freedoms. The speaker employs rhetorical contrast to criticize opponents for appealing to emotions and to urge listeners to think rationally. The tone is formal, yet includes urgent emphasis on the needs of the Police and Border Guard Board (PPA).
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Activity Patterns
The speaker has actively participated in the committee work on the draft legislation, referencing the compromises achieved there and emphasizing the police's obligation to provide an annual overview. He/She is familiar with the daily operations of the PPA (Police and Border Guard Board) and the incidents where the lack of a license plate recognition system caused problems during the summer.
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is aimed at the political parties who argue that the license plate recognition system goes too far and unduly infringes upon personal liberties. The speaker dismisses the "surveillance society" rhetoric as inappropriate and accuses opponents of exploiting emotional appeals. He clearly contrasts the Social Democrats' stance with that of the other parties, who do not view the security advantages as sufficient.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker emphasized the successful collaboration with institutions, noting that the Ministry of Justice, the Chancellor of Justice, and the Data Protection Inspectorate have reached a very good compromise on the draft bill. This demonstrates a readiness for institutional cooperation and for resolving concerns during the bill's deliberation process.
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Regional Focus
The speaker's focus is on national security and the equipment of the Police and Border Guard Board (PPA). There is no information regarding the emphasis on local or regional projects or communities.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The primary social issue is the balance between individual liberties and national security, especially in the context of policing. The speaker's position is that the infringement associated with the license plate recognition system is minimal and justified, as it helps solve serious crimes, such as kidnappings and major robberies.
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Legislative Focus
The primary legislative priority is the enactment of the number plate recognition system, providing the Police and Border Guard Board (PPA) with a necessary tool. The speaker is a strong proponent of the draft bill and emphasizes that it addresses previous concerns regarding transparency by requiring the police to provide an annual overview of the system's operation.
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