Agenda Profile: Liina Kersna
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Social Protection on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"
2024-05-27
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
Political Position
The political stance strongly favors preventative measures within the social sector, stressing that prevention is considerably more cost-effective than addressing consequences. This position focuses on policy efficiency and the rational utilization of resources, supporting the expansion of the target audience for parenting programs.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise concerning prevention measures in the social sector, particularly parenting programs, noting the growth of their budget and the shift in the target group (from high-risk families to broader preventive support). They request specific data regarding the number of families who have participated in these programs.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is highly polite, respectful, and formal, featuring extensive expressions of gratitude directed both to the Speaker of the Riigikogu and the Minister for their long-standing service. The speech is logical and focuses on emphasizing the effectiveness of the policy (specifically, the low cost of prevention).
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Activity Patterns
Insufficient data
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Opposition Stance
There is no criticism or opposition whatsoever; the speaker instead commends the minister's work and seeks clarification regarding the scope of the programs.
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Collaboration Style
The collaborative style is highly supportive and appreciative, praising the minister's long-standing work in the field. The questions focus on expanding the scope and effectiveness of existing programs, which signals a readiness to support the policy.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the implementation of national social programs and the utilization of their budget; a regional focus is absent.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives emphasize fiscal efficiency through prevention, supporting social sector expenditures aimed at achieving long-term savings. The growth in the budget for parenting programs is acknowledged.
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Social Issues
The central social theme revolves around supporting families and providing preventive intervention through parenting programs. The speaker advocates for expanding the target group to offer proactive support even to families who are not considered high-risk.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus centers on assessing the implementation and budget efficiency of existing social programs (parenting programs), particularly in relation to the execution of the state's long-term development strategy, "Estonia 2035."
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