Agenda Profile: Tanel Kiik
Draft law amending the Act on Termination of Pregnancy and Sterilisation (459 SE) - First Reading
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Political Position
Expresses concern over the consequences of banning abortion funding for women's health. It warns that this could force women to seek out more dangerous methods and create a financial barrier to accessing healthcare.
Topic Expertise
Demonstrates knowledge of the accessibility of healthcare services and reproductive health issues. Shows an understanding of how changes in funding can affect women's health and equality.
Rhetorical Style
Raises questions concerning women's rights, utilizing medical argumentation. The tone is concerned and protective.
Activity Patterns
Two statements regarding the proposed abortion ban bill, emphasizing the risks to women's health. A critical stance on restrictive measures.
Opposition Stance
The speaker expresses concern about the risks to women's health associated with banning abortion funding. They warn that this could force women to seek out more dangerous alternatives and create a financial barrier.
Collaboration Style
Offered constructive criticism regarding abortion funding issues, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach. Called for the safeguarding of women's health.
Regional Focus
The speaker addresses the issue of abortion from a nationwide perspective, focusing on women's health and rights. Regional differences in the accessibility of healthcare services are not mentioned, even though the topic affects all regions of Estonia.
Economic Views
The speaker voiced concerns regarding the deepening of social inequality, emphasizing that the termination of state abortion funding establishes a "wealth qualification"—wealthier individuals will retain access to safe medical services, while those who are poorer will be left to fend for themselves. They note that the true cost of the service is in the hundreds of euros, not tens, when factoring in all the necessary supplementary services.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
He/She expressed concern about the potential consequences for women's health following a possible ban on abortion funding. The speaker emphasized the importance of ensuring access to safe medical services.
Legislative Focus
They raised questions regarding the funding of abortion, emphasizing the need to ensure women's health and prevent the creation of a financial barrier in the accessibility of healthcare services.