By Plenary Sessions: Helle-Moonika Helme

Total Sessions: 5

Fully Profiled: 5

2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of budget figures and cuts in the cultural sector (13M, 21M, 26M), as well as the funding of major government projects (Rail Baltic, wind energy entrepreneurs). They use economic analysis terminology, citing the independence of the Institute of Economic Research and the 13 consecutive bad economic quarters. Also highlighted is the sum of 400 million euros allocated for salary increases directed specifically at the Ministry of Climate.
2025-10-13
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding tax incentives and the financial data of non-profit organizations. They utilize specific statistical data concerning the operations and financial standing of the NGO Estonian Refugee Council (Eesti Pagulasabi) (net profit in 2023 was nearly 4 million euros, average salary 2,500 euros). This detailed application of data provides an authoritative and fact-based foundation for the question.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in public finance (specific debt figures, 8% economic growth, 25%+ GDP) and IT projects (repeated failures of the SKAIS system and the wasting of tens of millions). He/She also possesses a deep critical understanding of healthcare system bureaucracy, triage, and the necessity of reforming the general practitioner system.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the details of the state budget and economic statistics, highlighting specific figures (e.g., a 40.3% drop in new car sales). Knowledge is particularly emphasized when comparing the size of the Ministry of Defence payroll fund with the financing of cultural institutions (ERSO), calculating that the salary increase would cover the upkeep of 23 ERSOs. The impact of the registration tax on the car business is also referenced.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the implementation specifics of the tax law, particularly regarding the car tax and the exemptions established for families (e.g., 400 euros for a family with four children). They use technical terminology such as the "Tax Board prepayment account" and demand specific administrative clarifications. They are capable of presenting detailed hypothetical examples (the scenario involving 400 euros for a four-child family) to illustrate the scope of the issue.