By Plenary Sessions: Jaanus Karilaid
Total Sessions: 41
Fully Profiled: 41
2025-09-08
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
There is not enough data. The presentation focuses on socio-economic inequality and well-being in a regional context, but it does not address traditional social issues.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
Social issues have been addressed in the context of economic well-being and employment. Data is lacking concerning other traditional social topics.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Among social issues, security and the fight against extremism are at the forefront, mentioning both the restriction of the Moscow Patriarchate’s influence and the prevention of Islamic extremism. The speaker repeatedly refutes allegations of restricting religious freedom, stressing that only the legal and administrative channels are being restricted.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.
Not enough data.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
There is not enough data.
2025-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Focuses on the connections between social problems and crime, sharply criticizing the reduction in funding for children's extracurricular activities and family benefits. It emphasizes the necessity of moving towards decriminalization and focusing on preventative work to reduce the number of criminally penalized individuals. It defends the rights and dignity of citizens against lengthy court proceedings, which constitute punishment in themselves.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Insufficient data regarding social topics, excluding the procedural aspect of the public debate.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
There is not enough data.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The primary social issue is religious freedom, which the speaker confirms is guaranteed and protected in Estonia. However, it is stressed that religious freedom does not imply that the state must accept the ideological influence of a hostile foreign state on the religious freedom of its citizens or on national security. The aim of the draft bill is to ensure the church's freedom from detrimental foreign influence.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main social issue is the balance between religious freedom and national security. The speaker categorically denies restricting religious freedom, stressing that the goal is to remove the Kremlin administration from the church's governance. He employs a strong moral framework, linking the opposing side's ideology (Russkiy Mir) to fascist motives and war crimes.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, press briefing
Insufficient data
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary social issue is citizenship and integration, where it is stressed that being a citizen presupposes an understanding of the value of the Estonian language, culture, and self-determination. The speaker emphasizes that limiting suffrage is necessary both to prevent the escalation of tensions in society and to preserve the integrity of the community.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
There is insufficient data.
2025-01-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
No data available.
2024-12-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing
The quality and diversity of public broadcasting news in rural areas are being addressed as a social issue. There is strong opposition to cuts that threaten the equal coverage of Läänemaa and Hiiumaa, as well as the viability of the news program.
2024-12-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2024-12-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The socio-political focus centers on the socio-economic drivers behind the rise in crime, stressing that worsening conditions compel people to steal food and basic necessities. Critics are targeting the cuts to funding for extracurricular activities and the removal of family benefits, viewing these changes as directly linked to the deterioration of the social climate. They are demanding a comprehensive approach to criminal policy that takes socio-economic factors into account.
2024-12-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.
The main social issue revolves around the question of citizenship and loyalty, emphasizing the necessity of protecting the Estonian language and spirit. This places a strong focus on national identity and state security.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The primary social issue concerns citizenship and voting rights, where the speaker strongly advocates restricting local suffrage exclusively to citizens of the Republic of Estonia. He links this issue to security considerations, questioning how the future will be impacted by the fact that some citizens are employed in hospitals.
2024-11-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session
The only social topic addressed is the constitutional amendment concerning the holders of the grey passport, where the speaker demands that the full measure be taken. He criticizes the current solution as "weak" and incomplete, claiming it is dictated by the Social Democrats.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.
The primary social issue is the crisis in the healthcare sector, specifically emphasizing the lengthening treatment waiting lists and the rise in co-payments, which diminishes the public's sense of security. There is also criticism regarding the reduction in funding for hobby education, which directly affects the living environment and the sense of security.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
There is a strong focus on security and citizenship issues, demanding the restriction of voting rights for citizens of the Russian Federation. This is framed as a direct security threat, given that these citizens have sworn an oath of loyalty to the Russian constitution.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The socio-political focus is currently centered on security and loyalty matters, specifically demanding the limitation of voting rights for Russian citizens who have pledged an oath of allegiance to the Russian Federation. This stance is strongly tied to national security concerns and opposition to Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
In the social sector, there is sharp criticism of the government's decisions affecting people's welfare and finances. Specific opposition targets the reduction of funding for extracurricular activities, the increase of emergency room (ER) fees to 20 euros, and the introduction of additional charges for prescription medications.
2024-09-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
There is no data on social topics.
2024-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Not enough data.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
There is insufficient data.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The only social issue mentioned is family benefits, which are being used to demonstrate the absurdity of the government’s justification for the new car tax. Social issues are primarily addressed within the context of fiscal policy, rather than being based on social values.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The speaker emphasized serious concern over the population crisis and healthcare policy, criticizing the prime ministerial candidate for ignoring these topics during the opening address. This indicates that social and demographic issues are viewed as priority national matters.
2024-06-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, additional plenary session
Social issues are being addressed through the lens of budgeting and financing, highlighting significant shortfalls in social welfare and healthcare. This points to concerns regarding the sustainability of these sectors, which are now jeopardized by the government's financial chaos.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.
The discussion addresses the socio-political sensitivity surrounding the Russian community and the impact that political decisions have on them. The speaker highlights, as an example, the separation of the local Russian Orthodox Church from the Moscow Patriarchate—a move that proved successful despite the highly sensitive nature of the issue.
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
Social issues are addressed purely from a financial perspective, noting that the increase in state fees makes both getting married and getting divorced more expensive. There is no moral or value-based discussion regarding traffic behavior or marriage; the focus is entirely on the financial burden.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
Regarding the social sphere, the only thing mentioned is the stalling of the revocation of voting rights, which is discussed in the context of the government's lack of resolve and security. Furthermore, there are inquiries concerning the resources required to maintain Russian-language publications.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
Not enough data
2024-04-03
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The socio-political focus is centered on security and loyalty, requiring the restriction of voting rights for Russian citizens in local elections. There is support for tightening criminal law regarding the desecration of state symbols, and motivating mechanisms are being proposed, such as a written oath renouncing the Putin regime, in order to bind people to Estonia. The granting of suffrage is treated as a privilege that should be tied to Estonian citizenship.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.
The central social theme is historical memory and national identity, emphasizing the significance of the War of Independence monument and the need to establish it on Hiiumaa. This is presented as an unfulfilled historical obligation.
2024-02-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2024-02-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Social issues (healthcare, social welfare) are mentioned indirectly, emphasizing that the government's failed tax policy has left these sectors without the necessary funding. The content of social policy or specific positions in these areas are not addressed.
2024-02-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The focus on social themes is narrowly linked to the development of sports infrastructure (football halls), which more broadly affects social welfare and leisure opportunities. Other wide-ranging social issues are not addressed.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The social sector focuses on family and child benefits, sharply criticizing the government's decision to cut these benefits after the elections. The speaker views this as an ideological issue and a betrayal of voters, which undermines trust in the political system.