Session Profile: Tanel Kiik

They supported the continuation of the care reform but demanded better supervision and quality in care homes. They emphasized that the development of home services should be a priority and criticized the handling of the Pihlakodu case.

They demonstrated a deep understanding of the social sector and the care reform, drawing on their experience as Minister of Social Affairs. They utilized specific statistical data regarding the growth in the number of employees and the reduction in co-payments (or personal contribution).

He combined his personal experience as a minister with evidence-based arguments. He adopted an emotional approach when dealing with the Pihlakodu case, while simultaneously maintaining a professional tone.

Four questions regarding the care reform and regional policy. Active participation in matters of social policy and regional development.

The speaker criticized the government's stance on the issues of care reform and healthcare funding, calling for more concrete steps and greater empathy. The criticism was constructive, yet demanding, focusing on the deficiencies in policy implementation.

They acknowledged the positive results of the care reform but expressed concern regarding the quality. They demonstrated a balanced approach, offering constructive criticism.

The speaker focused on regional policy issues, emphasizing the need to ensure the availability of services throughout Estonia. The focus was nationwide, but special attention was paid to the problems of rural areas and the reduction of regional inequality.

They supported the care reform as a step in the right direction, highlighting specific positive outcomes, such as the reduction of people's co-payment from 80% to 50%. They emphasized the need to continue investing in the social sector.

Focuses on issues of social care and special welfare services, addressing both the positive outcomes of the care reform and the ongoing challenges. It emphasizes the need to ensure quality and safe care, particularly following the Pihlakodu incident. It also addresses issues of firearms policy, expressing concern over the potential risks associated with the wider availability of weapons.

The speaker focuses primarily on social policy issues, particularly the care reform and elderly welfare. They support the continuation of the care reform, emphasizing its positive outcomes (over 60 million euros in additional funding, a reduction in the personal contribution rate from 80% to 50%, and a 15% increase in the number of employees). The speaker demands legislative amendments to strengthen the supervision of nursing homes and improve victim protection following crimes committed in care facilities. They also inquire about changes to tax policy (specifically lowering the VAT on foodstuffs) and the tightening of the Arms Act, expressing concern for public security.