By Plenary Sessions: Mart Helme
Total Sessions: 9
Fully Profiled: 9
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
There is no willingness to cooperate with the ruling parties; the speaker represents the positions of the EKRE faction and is strongly in opposition. Regarding the draft bill on expense compensations, an opportunity is offered to process it and find a solution, but the overall tone is hostile and accusatory, particularly directed at the Reform Party.
2024-03-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
There is no information regarding cooperation with colleagues or other political parties; the speaker concentrates on presenting their own positions and criticizing the system. They reference the concerns raised by other politicians (e.g., Kalle Laanet, Alar Karis) to bolster their narrative regarding the system's flaws.
2024-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.
The presenter sees solutions lying in the cooperation between the state and local authorities, suggesting the use of state bridge funding to tackle the housing problem. This indicates an openness to inter-governmental collaboration, particularly in achieving social objectives. Direct cross-party cooperation is not mentioned in the text.
2024-03-13
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
Cooperation is absent; the speaker's position is purely oppositional and confrontational. Reference is made to the coalition's ability to push through bills ("blank check"), which indicates that compromise is ruled out.
2024-03-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker is entirely opposed to the government and shows no readiness for compromise. The substantive address by the colleague (Anastassia) is noted and commended, indicating cooperation within the opposition ranks.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The style of cooperation is cautious and suspicious, with accusations leveled against the coalition for arrogant behavior and failure to consult (for instance, regarding the issue of voting rights). Although solutions are being proposed, the coalition is immediately accused of avoiding substantive work and refusing to solve problems comprehensively, citing that the coalition is rejecting the opportunity for meaningful work that was offered.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing
The speaker continues the security topic raised by the second opposition MP (Varro Vooglaid), demonstrating cooperation in presenting issues within the opposition ranks. There is no indication whatsoever of any openness to compromise with the coalition; rather, the emphasis is that the coalition is rejecting the opposition's proposals.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The style of cooperation is predominantly confrontational and critical, emphasizing the need to face reality without ideological bias. The only consensus mentioned was reached on a procedural matter (securing an extension). There are no indications of a desire to engage in substantive cooperation or make compromises with political opponents.
2024-03-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
Cooperation is being pursued with opposition parties, particularly the Centre Party, which is recognized for its substantive work in submitting parliamentary inquiries. The lack of dialogue with the ruling coalition is being criticized, with ministers being accused of failing to answer questions and demonstrating incompetence. No openness to compromise with the government is expressed; instead, the emphasis is placed squarely on exposing the government's failures.