By Plenary Sessions: Annely Akkermann
Total Sessions: 54
Fully Profiled: 54
2025-10-13
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the procedural rules of the Riigikogu and the budget process, utilizing precise terminology such as "supplementary budget bill" and "increase of share capital." This knowledge is focused on conveying the details of the Finance Committee's work and procedures, including reminding listeners of the deadlines for amendments. The speaker is capable of detailing budget reallocations and their relationship to proposed cuts.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
High level of expertise in state budget management, financial administration, and tax systems. Utilizes technical terminology (Maastricht Criteria, activity-based budgeting, depreciation, chart of accounts) and clarifies detailed procedures (budget compilation information system, data access). Advocates for the benefits of activity-based budgeting, stressing the importance of political objectives over mere accounting expense lines.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Displays profound expertise in tax legislation and parliamentary procedural processes, particularly within the scope of the Finance Committee's work. Utilizes specific data (e.g., 680,000 euros for IT expenditure, 151,000 affected parents) and possesses a thorough knowledge of draft bill texts and prior rulings (e.g., proposals from the Chancellor of Justice). Demonstrates the capacity to clarify complex administrative details, such as the process of refunding money to the Tax Board's prepayment account.
2025-09-11
15th Riigikogu, 6th plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates clear competence in financial supervision, posing informed questions regarding the Financial Supervision Authority's development over the past 20 years and the potential merger of institutions. The questions are structured and show a deep understanding of the financial sector's organization.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker demonstrates strong competence in financial and legal matters, particularly regarding the procedures for appointing members to the Supervisory Board of the Bank of Estonia (Eesti Pank), the State Budget Act, and taxation. They employ precise legal terminology and reference specific legislation, such as the Motor Vehicle Tax Act and the Constitution, thereby demonstrating a profound understanding of the institutional framework.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Demonstrates profound knowledge of tax and budgetary matters, utilizing precise figures and percentages (e.g., tax burden reduction from 36.8% to 35.6%, 500 million euros, median salary range of 1500–2000 euros). Possesses a strong grasp of the state budget structure and procedural aspects, and is capable of explaining complex tax accounting and VAT issues. Furthermore, demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of international tax policy and comparative analyses.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Demonstrates profound expertise in budgetary processes, the tax system, and the structure of the state budget. Utilizes precise figures and technical terminology, detailing the various tiers of the budget and the procedure for handling amendments. Exhibits strong familiarity with the systems governing gambling tax, pension indexation, and subsistence benefits, referencing specific procedural rules and statutory requirements.
2025-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
Demonstrates deep knowledge of financial technology and digital business, utilizing specific terminology such as "fintech business" and "investment firm." Shows expertise in the functioning of the legal system, referring to pre-trial dispute resolution and the role of the Financial Supervision Authority. Provides concrete examples of financial fraud, such as the "millions into billions" case.
2025-06-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Demonstrates a strong grasp of the domain regarding international treaties and procedural matters. Exhibits knowledge of the Vienna Convention, the authority to conclude treaties, and similar steps taken by neighboring countries, utilizing specific examples concerning Lithuania, Latvia, and Germany.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
Demonstrates profound knowledge in the area of fiscal and budgetary policy, utilizing precise figures and statistics (e.g., 654 euros for tax-exempt income, 774 euros for pensioners). Regularly references assessments by the OECD, IMF, and the European Union concerning the Estonian tax system. Exhibits a comprehensive grasp of the corporate income tax system and its effect on capitalization.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The text demonstrates deep knowledge of state budget and financial matters, referencing specific procedural aspects like the work of the Finance Committee and amendments to the State Budget Act. It shows a strong command of parliamentary procedure and committee work. The mention of specific individuals, such as Heidy Purga and Hendrik Terras, points to detailed subject matter expertise.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Although the speaker admits that the environment is not his "field," he demonstrates deep knowledge regarding the environmental impacts of the oil shale industry. He uses technical terms such as "pyrite oxidation," "polyaromatic hydrocarbons," and "external spoil heaps of waste rock." He presents detailed data on the effects of mining on groundwater, air, and soil, citing scientific studies.
2025-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Demonstrates profound knowledge in the field of public finance and tax policy, utilizing specific statistical data such as the 5.7% increase in the average old-age pension and the 7.7% growth in the median wage. Expertly references the Maastricht criteria, sovereign ratings, and the comparison of OECD tax systems. Provides a comprehensive explanation of the importance of finance's stabilizing function and its impact on other sectors.
2025-04-16
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
Demonstrates profound knowledge of the technical aspects of the Land Tax Act, utilizing precise statistical data and percentages. References the expert Lemmi Oro and explains in detail the mechanisms governing land valuation, tax rates, and limits. Demonstrates a sound understanding of local government jurisdiction and the dynamics of land tax revenue collection across various municipalities.
2025-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the field of gender equality and employment, using specific examples regarding the governing bodies of listed companies. Expertise is also evident in matters of gender balance within the education and healthcare sectors.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in tax and budgetary matters, utilizing precise figures (400 million euros, 6 billion in social transfers) and referencing OECD recommendations. He exhibits comprehensive knowledge of the components of the motor vehicle tax (the base component, the mass component, the emissions component) and relevant European Union legislation. His explanations are technically detailed and factually grounded.
2024-12-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates clear expertise in the field of financial supervision, specifically mentioning the activities of the Financial Supervision Authority and the potential establishment of a financial ombudsman institution. He/She also demonstrates knowledge of the work of the Finance Committee and the oversight mechanisms for financial institutions.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Demonstrates profound expertise in budgetary and taxation matters, utilizing precise figures and percentages while elucidating complex tax policy mechanisms. Possesses a strong command of the nuances of excise policy, cultural endowment funding models, and budget preparation methodology. Exhibits expert knowledge of economic forecasts, OECD comparisons, and various methods for calculating defense expenditures (NATO, COFOG).
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
Demonstrates profound expertise in the technical aspects of the state budget, possessing a thorough command of the rules and legislative requirements governing the budget process. Clearly explains the detailed procedure for handling amendments and the structure of the budget, utilizing specific figures and references to relevant legislation. Displays excellent familiarity with the budgetary matters concerning the Ministry of Education and Research and the Ministry of Finance.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Demonstrates profound knowledge in the field of tax policy and budget, utilizing precise figures and technical details when explaining amendments to the Income Tax Act. Possesses a strong command of committee work procedures and stakeholder communication, exhibiting expert knowledge regarding the taxation of healthcare services and the regulation of Defense League benefits.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.
Demonstrates deep expertise in budget drafting and procedure, utilizing precise figures and legal references. Explains in detail the history and principles of the performance-based budget, highlighting the differences between administrative and activity-based classification. Exhibits thorough knowledge of the State Budget Act, the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure, and the requirements for submitting amendments.
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Demonstrates profound knowledge of public finance and the specifics of budgetary policy. Utilizes precise figures and statistics, mentioning a 160 million euro measure for strategic projects, a 100 million euro investment in the defense industry, and projecting the average pension to reach 937 euros by 2028. Furthermore, it demonstrates a comprehensive grasp of the European Union's budgetary regulations and economic policy mechanisms.
2024-10-15
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the field of the state budget and taxation, using precise figures and technical details. They mention specific sums (474 million euros for the impact of the tax bracket adjustment, 113 million for the VAT impact) and thoroughly explain the mechanisms governing transferable budget balances. They show a strong grasp of the work of the Finance Committee and the nuances of the legislative process.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of tax policy, utilizing specific figures and percentages when explaining the tax hump. Shows a strong grasp of the commission’s work and government decisions, accurately referencing dates and participants. Is proficient in the nuances of taxing social benefits, clarifying that income tax is not withheld from state social benefits.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
Demonstrates deep expertise in the fields of taxation, budgeting, and legislation. Utilizes precise figures and statistics (374 amendments, 9.1 million euros for disability support), and refers to specific laws and procedural regulations. Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of European Union law and comparative data from other countries.
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker demonstrates profound knowledge in the fields of tax policy, budgeting, and legal procedures. He/She uses precise references to constitutional articles, explains the substance of committee meetings in detail, and quotes the positions of the representative of the President's office. His/Her expertise is also evident in the technical aspects of banking taxation and activity-based budgeting.
2024-06-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, extra plenary sitting
Demonstrates profound knowledge of budget and tax policy, utilizing precise figures and technical terminology. Provides a detailed explanation of the impact of the tax bulge on various income groups, supported by concrete examples (e.g., a caregiver's salary of 1200 euros). Exhibits a strong grasp of the legislative requirements and procedural processes governing the state budget.
2024-06-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, additional plenary session
Demonstrates a profound understanding of budgetary and taxation matters, supported by precise figures and references to relevant legislation (the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act, the State Budget Act). Provides a technical explanation of the nature of carry-over funds and the nuances of the budget process. Exhibits a strong grasp of European Union budget rules and their application within the Estonian context.
2024-06-13
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session
Demonstrates profound knowledge in the field of financial supervision and regulation, utilizing specific figures (e.g., €1 million in fines versus a €500 million crypto fraud). Exhibits expertise in evaluating the effectiveness of penalties and the sufficiency of regulations, referencing cases covered in the media.
2024-06-12
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.
Demonstrates profound expertise in the fields of taxation and legislation. Utilizes precise technical terminology, referencing specific sections and legislative amendments. Provides a detailed explanation of the motor vehicle tax structure, the mechanisms of the registration fee, and the impact of European Union legal acts. Publicly and factually corrects erroneous claims made by other politicians.
2024-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of fiscal policy, utilizing precise figures (183 million euros in savings, 0.5% of GDP) and referencing the Maastricht criteria. The individual is proficient in budgetary methodology and capable of explaining the deficit's impact on economic growth and inflation, while acknowledging its inherent ambivalence.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
Demonstrates deep knowledge of tax policy, particularly the technical aspects of the motor vehicle tax, including the requirements of European Union law and the principle of equal treatment. Uses precise figures and percentage indicators, explains in detail the mechanism of the tax hump and its impact on various income groups. Shows good familiarity with the working procedures of the Riigikogu and the nuances of the legislative process.
2024-06-04
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting
Demonstrates clear expertise in matters concerning the Riigikogu's Rules of Procedure and the work of the Finance Committee. Has a precise command of legal requirements, procedures, and deadlines. Demonstrates good knowledge of the Bank of Estonia Act and the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act.
2024-05-30
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates deep expertise in the field of public finance and fiscal policy. He/She uses precise figures (e.g., 13.5 billion in tax revenue, 7.5 billion in transferable expenditures), and explains technical concepts such as accrual costs and indexing mechanisms. The speaker references their experience as Minister of Finance and demonstrates a thorough grasp of the complexities of the Estonian budgetary system.
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Exhibits profound expertise regarding state budget issues, utilizing exact figures (€9.27 million, €44,839,558) and explaining budgetary transfers in detail. Possesses a strong grasp of legal procedures and the legislative process. Furthermore, demonstrates knowledge of defense cooperation mechanisms and agricultural policy instruments, such as capital lease measures.
2024-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the field of early childhood education, particularly regarding the salary issues of early childhood educators and the mechanisms for local government salary support. The question is posed specifically and indicates familiarity with the regulations governing the organization of early childhood education.
2024-05-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The text demonstrates profound expertise in banking regulation, anti-money laundering (AML) directives, and matters concerning the accessibility of payment services. It references specific legislation (the Law of Obligations Act, the Credit Institutions Act, the State Fees Act) and relevant European directives. Furthermore, it exhibits a comprehensive understanding of the debates held within the Finance Committee and the viewpoints of various stakeholders.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates a strong grasp of parliamentary procedure and rhetoric, accurately employing the term "argumentum ad hominem" while referencing their extensive experience in the Riigikogu. They exhibit expert knowledge concerning the norms of parliamentary conduct.
2024-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Demonstrates a deep understanding of state budget processes, tax hump mechanisms, and the operational procedures of the Finance Committee. Uses precise figures (the current threshold of 1803 euros, 6.6% growth, 34% tax hump) and explains technical details, such as the differentiation component and the volume of reserves (40 million euros).
2024-05-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Demonstrates a strong grasp of parliamentary procedure, accurately citing the requirements of the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act, as well as the deadlines for submitting amendments. Shows knowledge of the Finance Committee's work and is able to structure and summarize the content of the committee's discussions effectively.
2024-04-03
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Demonstrates profound expertise in the field of tax law and fiscal policy, utilizing precise legislative references and technical terminology. It provides a detailed explanation of the OECD minimum tax rules, the taxation of investment-risk life insurance, and the mechanisms governing budget reallocations. Furthermore, it exhibits comprehensive knowledge of the processes involved in transposing European directives and their subsequent impact on the Estonian legal system.
2024-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Demonstrates a strong grasp of parliamentary procedure and committee work, utilizing precise procedural references and dates. Also demonstrates knowledge of VAT regulation within the context of healthcare.
2024-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the field of tax policy and VAT, referencing specific examples from other countries, such as Latvia’s experience with VAT on vegetables. Uses fact-based arguments regarding wholesale and retail trade profits and demonstrates an understanding of the impact of tax policy on the economy.
2024-03-12
15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the state budget preparation process, utilizing precise references to specific sections of the law and detailing the technical aspects of budgetary procedures. They exhibit a thorough understanding of how the activity-based budgeting system operates and its impact on salary policy, as well as the unique budget structure pertaining to constitutional institutions.
2024-03-07
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session
Demonstrates deep knowledge of energy economics and markets, utilizing technical concepts such as distributed generation, energy-intensive production, and grid connections. References economic-theoretical rationales concerning the links between an energy-intensive economy and prosperity. Demonstrates a solid overview of European energy policy and institutions.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Shows deep knowledge of education financing and European Union support, utilizing specific GDP-based comparisons between Estonia and Finland. It also demonstrates expertise in analyzing gender disparities within the education system, highlighting the issue starting already at the basic education level.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Demonstrates profound knowledge of fiscal and budgetary policy, utilizing specific figures (a 1.67% effective VAT increase) and referencing commission discussions. Further demonstrates expertise in analyzing the impact of Value Added Tax and assessing the resulting budgetary consequences.
2024-02-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The text demonstrates profound expertise in the field of financial and tax policy, citing specific legislative procedures and constitutional articles. It also shows knowledge of traffic management, environmental objectives, and national budgetary policy. Specific examples and statistical references are utilized to support the arguments.
2024-02-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.
Demonstrates thorough knowledge of tax legislation and parliamentary procedure. Uses precise references to articles of law, committee decisions, and voting results. Shows a strong grasp of fiscal policy, referencing the government's positions on the impact of tax revenues.
2024-02-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
Exhibits a strong grasp of parliamentary procedure and institutional order. Demonstrates precise knowledge of the principles governing the formation of the Council of the Bank of Estonia and the operational procedures of the committees, referencing specific dates and procedural steps.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates a thorough knowledge of finance and tax policy, especially regarding the regulation of excise duties and compensations. They mention specific figures (32–50 cents per kilometer, 345–435 euros per month) and refer to the involvement of specialists, indicating a systemic approach to tax policy issues.
2024-01-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates a strong grasp of local governance and education network issues, referencing specific examples such as the successful experience of Saarde municipality. He/She also demonstrates knowledge regarding the education strategies of various municipalities and their results.
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates in-depth knowledge of tax policy, accurately detailing the workings of the Estonian income tax system, including employer obligations regarding tax withholding and the specific features of corporate income tax. They utilize concrete figures and technical terminology, indicating a strong command of financial issues.
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates a strong command of the subject matter in finance and tax issues, especially regarding VAT regulation. They exhibit knowledge of European Union VAT directives, tax exemptions, and the allowable rate ranges. Furthermore, the speaker is capable of explaining technical aspects, such as the super-reduced rates (0-4%) and the feasibility of implementing two distinct tax tiers.