Agenda Profile: Liina Kersna
The Chancellor of Justice's report on the conformity of legislative acts with the Constitution and the performance of other duties assigned to the Chancellor by law.
2025-09-16
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
Political Position
The speaker takes a firm stance on education policy matters, opposing the screening of children for first grade, a practice they argue is unsupported by scientific evidence. They stress the necessity of amending the organization of secondary school entrance exams at the legislative level to resolve logistical issues, while focusing on the development of a society rooted in freedom and responsibility. The political framework is clearly driven by policy and values.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in education law and school admission procedures, citing specific legal provisions that forbid schools from requesting students to rank their preferences. They support their stance against screening for first grade by referencing scientific evidence.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and respectful, addressing the Chancellor of Justice directly and commencing with an expression of gratitude. The argumentation is logical and focuses on highlighting specific gaps in the law and the practical problems they have caused (e.g., delayed confirmation letters).
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Activity Patterns
There is insufficient data on the frequency of occurrence or routine activities, apart from participation in the discussion of the Chancellor of Justice's review.
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is aimed at the existing legal provisions that permit the selection of first-grade students and create unreasonable situations in the organization of secondary school entrance exams. No personal or political criticism is being presented; rather, the focus is exclusively on procedural shortcomings.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker points to cooperation with stakeholders in the education sector, backing the proposal put forth by Tartu school principals to amend the law and improve the process for high school entrance exams. They are seeking a solution by submitting an inquiry to the Chancellor of Justice.
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Regional Focus
Although the issues discussed are national (education law), the regional focus is directed at the proposal made by Tartu school principals regarding changes to the procedure for gymnasium entrance exams.
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Economic Views
There is not enough data.
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Social Issues
The main social focus is on the accessibility and equality of education, opposing the selection of children for the first grade. It is emphasized that society should be sufficiently developed to ensure non-selection at the legal level and to resolve the inefficiencies associated with gymnasium entrance exams.
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Legislative Focus
The main legislative priority is amending the Education Act to end the selection process for the first grade and resolve the organizational issues surrounding gymnasium entrance exams. The objective is to amend the law so that schools can request students' preferred order of choices, thereby avoiding prolonged attendance at interviews.
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