By Plenary Sessions: Jaanus Karilaid

The political position is strongly opposed to the government’s fiscal policy, particularly the increase in fine units and state fees, which is viewed as merely patching up the budget deficit. This standpoint is vigorously results-oriented, sharply criticizing the quality of legislative drafting and the absence of proper impact assessments. Representing the Isamaa parliamentary group, a motion is proposed to reject both the bill amending the Penal Code (SE 415) and the bill amending the State Fees Act (SE 417).

The political position is strongly anti-government and results-oriented, criticizing the government’s lack of decisive action on security issues (Russian assets, voting rights) and the absence of measures to stimulate the economy. The speaker represents the stance of the Isamaa parliamentary group, demanding the rejection of a specific economic draft bill because it is having a chilling effect on the business environment. The government’s activities are characterized as mere rhetoric without substance or action.

The political stance is strongly critical of the government's actions concerning local government (LG) issues. The primary focus is on the unfulfilled promises made in the coalition agreement to improve the revenue base and investment climate for local municipalities. This position is results-oriented, highlighting the government's failure to implement policy directions and expressing concern over the status of local governments.

The political position is strongly focused on national security and loyalty, emphasizing the need to restrict the voting rights of Russian citizens in local elections and to tighten criminal law. The speaker criticizes the government's sluggishness and its focus on analysis, demanding swift legislative action, given that Russia's war in Ukraine has created a crisis right on Estonia's doorstep. These viewpoints are strongly value-based, stressing the importance of the Estonian spirit and language.