By Agendas: Ester Karuse

Total Agendas: 30

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2025-10-06
Interpellation regarding failure in Basic School final examinations (No. 800)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

There is no information available regarding cooperation with colleagues in the Riigikogu or with other political parties. The focus is on holding the Minister of Education and the local authority accountable.
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2025-09-15
Inquiry regarding the accessibility of secondary education in Estonia (no. 799)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The style of cooperation is demanding yet constructive, emphasizing the need for close collaboration with local governments, public schools, and private schools to find swift solutions. The speaker expressed satisfaction upon hearing that negotiations with the City of Tartu have already begun and solutions are being sought, which indicates an openness to the solutions proposed by the minister.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding the loss of essential banking services from county centers (no. 773)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The speaker had sought cooperation with the previous minister and is now demanding that the state act as a mediator, establishing a dialogue between the Banking Association and bank representatives. This cooperative approach is focused on finding solutions with the state's involvement, stressing that the government must demonstrate the willingness to guide and contribute. He asks the minister to relay the importance of this message to the bank representatives.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

There is insufficient information.
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2025-06-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Justice and Digital Minister Liisa-Ly Pakostale, submitted by 42 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

There is not enough data.
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2025-06-11
Second reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker points to the Social Democrats' previous support for increasing defense spending to 5%, which demonstrates a fundamental willingness to cooperate on security policy. However, their stance on the current supplementary budget is rigid and oppositional, stressing that defense capabilities cannot be funded at the expense of teachers and doctors.
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2025-06-10
Draft law amending the Competition Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (609 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

Data is scarce. The speaker is addressing the minister directly with questions, which indicates a scrutinizing rather than a cooperative role at this time.
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2025-06-10
The Chairman of the Supreme Court’s overview of court orders, the administration of justice, and the uniform application of laws.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

The speaker is engaged in a dialogue with the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, seeking his understanding and clarification regarding the origin of this public sentiment. The collaborative style is open to discussing problems and finding solutions.
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2025-05-22
Draft resolution amending the Riigikogu resolution "Resolution of the Riigikogu on the formation of the Estonian delegation to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Republics of Estonia, Lithuania and Latvia" (646 OE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The style of cooperation is consensus-based and supportive, emphasizing that the Foreign Affairs Committee made its decisions unanimously. Furthermore, the proposal submitted by the Social Affairs Committee regarding the appointment of a delegation member was accepted and processed.
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2025-05-15
The Minister of Education and Research's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Insufficient Data
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2025-05-14
Second reading of the draft law on accession to the statute of the Institute for International Democracy and Electoral Assistance (559 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The style of cooperation is consensual and smooth, as the steering committee made joint decisions regarding the further handling of the draft bill. Cooperation with the language editor is also mentioned, upon whose suggestion a minor linguistic correction was made. The procedure demonstrates successful and uncontested cooperation within the framework of the legislative process.
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2025-05-06
Inquiry regarding the reorganization of Kehtna Vocational Education Centre and Vana-Vigala Technical and Service School (no 733)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker emphasized the need for cooperation between the Ministry and the Estonian Association of Cities and Municipalities to discuss substantive solutions concerning vocational schools. The goal of this collaboration is to find solutions that take into account the positions of local authorities.
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2025-05-06
Inquiry Regarding the Disruption of Railway Construction in Rohuküla (No. 731)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Data is scarce.
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2025-05-05
Inquiry Regarding Rural Areas (no. 713)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

There is not enough data.
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2025-04-15
The Ministry of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035."

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The data is insufficient.
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2025-04-09
Draft law (559 SE) for the accession of the Statute of the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The style of cooperation is institutional and procedure-focused, emphasizing collaboration with Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna and the Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee during the processing of the draft bill. The speaker’s role is to convey the decisions made and the additional information received by the committee, which demonstrates a readiness to follow the committee’s instructions and requests (e.g., asking for a more detailed document).
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates a willingness to cooperate with his desk-mate, Tanel Kiik, by praising his question and thereby supporting their shared political stance. This suggests a readiness to work alongside members of his faction or coalition.
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2025-02-18
Draft resolution "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government Regarding the Imposition of a Temporary Solidarity Tax on the Banking Sector" (535 OE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Details regarding the cooperation style are scarce, but the speaker is inquiring about the discussion held in the commission, citing the desire to find regulatory solutions that would guarantee immediate banking services in county centers.
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2025-01-22
First reading of the draft statement of the Riigikogu "In Support of the People of Georgia" (564 AE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.

The cooperative approach emphasizes international solidarity and collaboration, referencing the criticism and concerns raised by other international organizations. The speaker calls on the European Union to impose sanctions, which signals a desire to operate within a broader international coalition. The necessity of supporting Georgian civil society and free media is also highlighted.
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2024-12-16
Overview of the Implementation of the "Fundamental Principles of Law-Making Policy Until 2030" in 2023.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Insufficient data.
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2024-12-16
Overview of the Implementation of the Fundamentals of Criminal Policy until 2030

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The address is a direct question to the minister and a demand to rectify the situation; there are no references to cooperation or willingness to compromise with other parties. Insufficient data.
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2024-10-23
Minister of the Interior's political statement on internal security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

Not enough data
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2024-10-16
First reading of the bill (521 AE) on the declaration of the 1944 mass deportation of the Crimean Tatars as an act of genocide

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker emphasizes the Social Democrats faction's support for the declaration and urges all Riigikogu members to vote in favor of it. This indicates a desire to achieve a broad, cross-party consensus on the issue of historical justice and human rights.
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2024-06-13
Bank of Estonia 2023 Report

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session

The cooperation style is open and appreciative, thanking the presenter and framing the proposal as a question. The speaker is actively seeking information and willingness to cooperate with the Bank of Estonia in developing financial literacy programs.
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2024-06-12
Second Reading of the Riigikogu Resolution "Supporting the Introduction of Nuclear Energy in Estonia" (431 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.

There isn't enough data.
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2024-06-11
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement "On the Crisis of Democracy in Georgia" (449 AE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The speaker emphasized the successful cooperation on the draft Riigikogu statement, noting that the three amendments proposed by the Social Democrats were taken into consideration. This demonstrates a willingness to compromise and a commitment to creating a text that is both consensual and substantive.
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2024-06-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (395 OE) "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic not to Recognize the Results of the Presidential Elections of the Russian Federation"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

The style of cooperation is consensual, emphasizing the need for a unified position both within the Riigikogu and at the European Union level. The speaker calls on other parliamentary groups to support the declaration and stresses that EU heads of state should "stand shoulder to shoulder" on this specific issue. Reference is also made to previous joint support for statements backing Ukraine in the Riigikogu.
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2024-06-03
The written motion for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology, Tiit Riisalo, submitted by 22 members of the Riigikogu.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

The style of cooperation is inquisitive and information-seeking, offering the minister an opportunity to present the economic plans tabled by their government. There is no data regarding cross-party cooperation or willingness to compromise.
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2024-02-13
Debate on Foreign Policy as an Issue of Significant National Importance, initiated by the Foreign Affairs Committee

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker stressed the vital importance of cooperation both among European countries and within the EU when tackling security, cyber threats, and migration crises, calling for a unified effort. The joint pavilion of Latvia and Lithuania at the Osaka Expo was cited as a positive example of this cooperation. Furthermore, the Social Democratic Party was referenced as the only party that has thoroughly addressed the issue of the gender pay gap, suggesting cross-party recognition on certain issues.
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2024-01-24
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (360 OE) on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Resolution "Formation of the Estonian Delegation to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The style of cooperation is highly consensual, as the committee supported proposals that came from three different factions (the Reform Party, the Social Democrats, and Isamaa/Pro Patria). Emphasis is placed on the Foreign Affairs Committee’s unanimous decision to move the draft bill to the final vote.
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