By Plenary Sessions: Mart Helme

Total Sessions: 8

Fully Profiled: 8

2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The political position is strongly anti-Rail Baltic, viewing it as unreasonable gigantomania that is destructive to the economy. The speaker strongly supports Estonian independence and sovereignty, calling for an exit from the European Union, which is deemed undemocratic and afflicted by "green" and "war" hysteria. The emphasis is placed on the rational development of the country, especially regarding energy (oil shale) and domestic infrastructure. The political framework is primarily value-based (sovereignty) and results-based (failures in infrastructure).
2025-09-24
15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing
The speaker strongly opposes the current policy (presumably climate policy), asserting that it is destroying Estonia's competitiveness. This stance is forcefully presented and centers on protecting the economy, labeling the opposition's actions as the implementation of a "climate scam." The political framework is strongly outcome-based, predicting an economic collapse should the current course be maintained.
2025-09-22
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The most prominent topic is the practice surrounding the use of expense claims by Riigikogu members and the protection of the principles of the rule of law. The speaker strongly opposes the first-tier court ruling concerning Kert Kingo, labeling it political persecution and arbitrary interpretation of the law. The political position is strongly value-based, emphasizing that the disregard for laws will lead to the demise of the Republic of Estonia as a state governed by the rule of law. There is also strong opposition to the practice where comments made by officials override the actual text of the law.
2025-09-15
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting
The political focus is heavily directed toward food security and the rural crisis, demanding the declaration of a state of emergency in agriculture due to African swine fever and unfavorable weather conditions. Additionally, national preparedness against the threat of cross-border environmental pollution (Ust-Luga) and the spread of invasive species is being emphasized. The attitude toward the government's actions is critical, calling for a shift in financial priorities in favor of rural development, prioritizing this over the funding of the defense industry. The focus is strongly centered on evaluating the government's actions and performance.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The political stance is fiercely oppositional, centered on the government's incompetence in managing healthcare (specifically the accessibility of medical care and treatment waiting lists) and budget planning. The speaker stresses a principled opposition to the abuse of power, demanding the minister's resignation. Regarding healthcare, the position is forcefully critical, citing articles written by general practitioners and personal experience with treatment queues.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing
The political focus is heavily directed toward the incompetent stewardship of national defense and the government's failure to ensure the development of defense capabilities, despite massive expenditures (5% of GDP). The speaker demands the immediate resignation of the government and the responsible ministers, stressing their complete failure and lack of accountability. The criticism is primarily results-oriented, centered on the government's inaction over the past three years and the concealment of documents from the National Audit Office. The government is pejoratively referred to as a "crisis government."
2025-09-08
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The political focus is directed toward protecting Estonian beekeepers and domestic production from unfair international competition. Emphasis is placed on concerns regarding the introduction of adulterated or counterfeit honey into the market, which threatens local producers. However, it is simultaneously acknowledged that an increase in subsidies for beekeepers is not to be expected.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The political position is strongly procedural and rule-of-law based, demanding strict adherence to the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and the Constitution, and opposing the "arbitrary action" of the Board and the coalition, as well as their creative interpretation of the rules. The speaker is strongly opposed to tax increases, especially the car tax and the so-called security tax, which are considered a euphemism for general tax hikes. The political framework is performance-driven, focusing on the government's incompetence in matters concerning the economic crisis and security.