Agenda Profile: Tanel Kiik
Inquiry Regarding Estonian Environmental Policy (No. 743)
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
Political Position
The speaker is focusing on environmental policy, specifically the assurance of drinking water quality. He takes a clear stance that the state must guarantee access to clean drinking water in both small settlements and major urban centers. The speaker highlights the severity of issues concerning nitrate, iron, and manganese content in groundwater and demands concrete answers from the ministry.
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Topic Expertise
Demonstrates a strong awareness of the environmental sector, particularly concerning water quality issues. Specific technical parameters are mentioned, such as nitrates, iron, and manganese. Reference is made to specific incidents in Viimsi and near the city of Tartu, showing detailed knowledge of local water problems.
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Rhetorical Style
The text uses an official and polite tone, addressing the recipients as "Honorable Speaker of the Riigikogu" and "Esteemed Minister." The question is structured, beginning with the general context before moving to the specific query. The style is fact-based and direct, free of emotional evaluations.
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Activity Patterns
Not enough data is available.
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Opposition Stance
No direct opposition stance is expressed, but a critical attitude towards the government’s actions in ensuring drinking water quality is noticeable. It asks directly what the ministry has "done," which suggests doubts regarding the sufficiency of the measures taken so far.
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Collaboration Style
Not enough data is available.
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Regional Focus
It focuses on both local and national issues. It mentions specific regions like Viimsi and the city of Tartu, but also addresses nationwide problems in sparsely populated and smaller areas. It emphasizes the need to solve water issues throughout Estonia.
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Economic Views
Not enough data is available.
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Social Issues
Not enough data is available.
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Legislative Focus
The focus is on environmental policy oversight, submitting an interpellation concerning the quality of drinking water. It demands accountability from the Ministry of Climate and its subordinate institutions regarding the provision of clean drinking water. The primary focus is on scrutinizing the government's activities within the environmental field.
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