By Plenary Sessions: Tanel Kiik
Total Sessions: 97
Fully Profiled: 97
2025-10-16
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The main legislative focus is supporting the draft bill aimed at reducing the VAT on groceries. The speaker is a proponent of initiatives aimed at improving the economic situation through tax measures. He/She questions whether the bill will find sufficient consensus in parliament.
2025-10-14
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is technically on the draft bill, but the speaker is using this platform to raise broader reform issues concerning the merger of public transport centers and the additional funding required to guarantee service quality. The speaker is acting as an inquirer regarding the government's plans.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is centered on challenging the state budget and advancing proposals aimed at improving the social sector. It supports expanding the rights of hospital pharmacies to enhance medicine accessibility, and backs initiatives designed to increase both subsistence benefits and family benefits. Concerning the draft legislation to reduce VAT on foodstuffs, it advocates for considering the option of a temporary pilot program.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The focus is on the ongoing fiscal policy and the criticism leveled against the national budget allocation, particularly concerning funding for the social sector. The speaker is acting in opposition to the proposals and priorities, demanding a full reassessment of the budget.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The focus is on the political oversight of funding and standardizing school meals within the current education system. The speaker is performing this oversight, requiring the state to take clear accountability.
2025-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker is intensely focused on criticizing tax policy, stressing the regressive impact of the government’s decisions and how the wealthy are being prioritized at the expense of low-wage earners. They present concrete alternatives, such as slashing VAT on foodstuffs and implementing a progressive income tax. The speaker sharply criticizes budget priorities, highlighting the stark contrast between the severe underfunding of special welfare (only 4.2 million allocated versus the needed 50 million) and the simultaneous salary hike for Riigikogu members. They clearly position themselves as an opposition representative, demanding that the government either change course or resign.
2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The speaker is focusing on regional policy and the implementation of the "Estonia 2035" strategy, criticizing the government's failure to achieve the stated objectives. They are calling for more radical measures to correct regional imbalance, including redirecting tax policy and investments away from Tallinn and Tartu. The speaker adopts an oppositional stance, arguing that the current measures are insufficient.
2025-09-22
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker focuses on issues of labor market policy and social inclusion, criticizing the government’s approach to establishing the Business Council. They emphasize that decision-making processes should also include trade unions, medical associations, and environmental organizations, not just business representatives. A second significant point of focus is the contradictions within labor policy—the speaker questions why qualified labor is being utilized in prison guard roles while foreign labor is simultaneously being imported.
2025-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.
The primary legislative priority is standardizing family benefits at 100 euros for all children, a measure the speaker actively supports and promotes. Speaking on behalf of the Social Democratic Party faction, he calls for the support of the bill, which would raise the benefit for the first and second child by 20 euros. He also mentions the necessity of addressing the availability of kindergarten spots, the reconciliation of work and family life, and housing support targeted at young people. The speaker is clearly the initiator and proponent of this draft law, stressing its symbolic significance in tackling the demographic crisis.
2025-09-15
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting
The speaker is focusing on the financing and operational management of the national defense sector, demanding concrete steps from the minister to restore public confidence. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of maintaining high trustworthiness within the defense sector, especially given the context of rising defense expenditures and ongoing conflict. The speaker adopts a role of scrutiny and oversight, specifically questioning the minister's personal accountability.
2025-09-11
15th Riigikogu, 6th plenary sitting
The speech focuses on the oversight and assessment of the activities of the Financial Supervision Authority. The speaker specifically inquires about tasks that remain incomplete and offers future recommendations for their successor. The primary focus is on ensuring institutional continuity and identifying key challenges in the coming years, which demonstrates a clear interest in developing the field of financial supervision.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The main legislative priorities center on healthcare funding, demanding the allocation of additional resources to the Health Insurance Fund (Tervisekassa) to shorten treatment waiting lists and reduce patient out-of-pocket costs. It supports evidence-based medicine and opposes the promotion of pseudo-medicine and anti-vaccination sentiment. It demands state involvement in the construction of the Tallinn Hospital, stressing that healthcare provision is the responsibility of the state, not local government. Furthermore, it criticizes the rapid implementation of the social and healthcare services integration reform without consulting target groups, calling for a slower, more inclusive approach.
2025-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The speaker focuses on issues concerning the oversight of national defense funding, emphasizing the need to consider the recommendations of the National Audit Office and to improve the Ministry of Defence's operations. The speaker adopts a supportive, yet critical stance regarding national defense financing, demanding greater transparency and control over the utilization of funds and improved cooperation with the National Audit Office.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker primarily focuses on issues concerning the organization of parliamentary work and procedural aspects, including maintaining established practices for forming committees and ensuring the correctness of processing draft legislation. The speaker expresses a critical stance toward government bills that may serve narrow business interests, demanding explanations and transparency throughout the legislative process. Furthermore, the speaker actively supports social sector issues, submitting inquiries regarding the safety of care homes, the establishment of Tallinn Hospital, and healthcare financing, emphasizing the need for concrete solutions.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker is focusing on the proposed amendments to the 2025 supplementary budget, presenting specific initiatives aimed at raising the subsistence level and abolishing kindergarten fees. They are clearly operating in the role of the opposition, criticizing the governing coalition's priorities and voting against the supplementary budget. Furthermore, they support the anti-fraud action plan, stressing the necessity of a coordinated national approach regarding cybersecurity.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The speaker is intensely focused on the amendments to the Competition Act, criticizing the government’s decision to back a weaker version of the draft legislation compared to the stronger variant initially supported by Kaja Kallas’s government. They highlight specific market sectors—pharmaceuticals, fuel, and communication services—where they perceive the threat of an oligopolistic market to consumers. Concern is expressed regarding the insufficient transposition of the European Union directive and the continuation of resulting fines, demanding accountability for any potential repercussions.
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker focuses on three main legislative areas: amendments to the Competition Act (which he criticizes as being "pushed through for narrow business interests"), the prison rental plan (highlighting the confusion and misleading messages surrounding it), and the Pihlakodu case. The speaker takes a clearly oppositional stance, accusing the government of disregarding the interests of the Estonian state and its people while prioritizing partisan and business interests.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker primarily focuses on three legislative domains: amendments to the Competition Act, tax system reform, and changes to the Employment Contracts Act. He is clearly playing an opposition role, criticizing the Competition Act amendments as serving corporate interests and the changes to the Employment Contracts Act as being anti-worker. The speaker proposes rejecting the draft bill concerning casual wage contracts during the first reading, justifying this decision with six specific arguments, including a lack of capacity for dialogue and the failure to coordinate with labor market stakeholders.
2025-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
The speaker focuses on criticizing the lack of legislative stability, pointing out that five governments have been formed and coalition talks held every year within a five-year period (2021–2025). He/She emphasizes the instability of tax legislation, mentioning tax amendments that were changed before they even entered into force. Separate attention is paid to the fluctuations in climate legislation—the renaming of the Climate Act to the Climate-Resilient Economy Act, the subsequent abandonment of this, and the restarting of the debate. Concern is expressed that such instability harms the business sector's operational certainty and confidence in decision-making.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker is focusing on the necessity of amending the Traffic Act to grant local governments greater authority regarding traffic issues. He/She clearly adopts a supportive stance toward expanding the rights of local governments, while simultaneously criticizing the current situation where municipalities are expected to make decisions without the necessary legal foundation. The speaker repeatedly stresses the need to establish a legal framework that would enable these local governments to operate effectively.
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The speaker is actively involved in the supplementary budget debate, focusing primarily on financing the social sector and increasing subsistence benefits. They support investments in national defense aiming for the 5% mark, but urge for more ambitious action. Furthermore, the speaker offers technical clarifications concerning parliamentary procedure and demands more responsible conduct from the minister when utilizing the Riigikogu podium.
2025-05-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker is actively involved in issues concerning financial services regulation, scrutinizing the differences between e-money institutions and payment institutions, as well as the associated risks. They also focus heavily on tax reform, acting as a sharp critic of the VAT increase while advocating for the implementation of a progressive income tax. Their approach to legislation is through detailed technical questions, examining the impact of regulations and potential risks.
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker critically focuses on the Ministry of Climate's failure to meet its legislative objectives, highlighting the absence of the Climate Act, the Forest Act, and the Nature Conservation Act, and demanding concrete steps to ensure energy security by 2030. The speaker clearly adopts an oppositional stance regarding the government's inaction in the environmental sector.
2025-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed towards education policy, specifically inquiring about the minister's two-year plans for improving educational equality. The emphasis is placed on finding systemic solutions in the areas of teacher shortages and access to higher education.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker opposes the unemployment insurance reform, emphasizing insufficient stakeholder involvement and the risks posed to students and parents. The speaker supports the draft bill concerning gender balance on the boards of listed companies (the 40:60 principle). The speaker criticizes the government's approach in the field of labor law, demanding the preservation of the tradition of tripartite negotiations (trade unions, employers, and the state). Concern is expressed regarding the possible reorganization of the Environmental Board.
2025-05-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker focuses on analyzing the legislation related to judicial reform, particularly issues concerning how the first and second court levels are treated as constitutional institutions. He emphasizes the need to ensure that legislative changes speed up court proceedings for the public while simultaneously maintaining fairness. The speaker presents himself as a critical analyst rather than a proponent of the proposal.
2025-05-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
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.
2025-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker focuses primarily on three legislative areas: competition law reform, amendments to the Employment Contracts Act, and regional development issues. Regarding the Employment Contracts Act, the speaker is clearly opposed, demanding the withdrawal of the draft bill and the restoration of tripartite negotiations. Concerning competition policy, he criticizes the weakening of the original draft bill version. On regional policy issues, he seeks constructive solutions, asking for specific measures to improve the situation in rural areas.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker focuses on the legislation ensuring the continuity and resilience of vital services, presenting detailed questions about the reasons for initiating the draft bill. He inquires whether the legislative initiative is based on proactive crisis preparedness or on specific problems where electronic data or channels located abroad have threatened the operational continuity of service providers.
2025-04-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Insufficient data
2025-04-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker is focusing on reforming the tax system, actively supporting the reduction of VAT on foodstuffs and the implementation of a progressive income tax. Emphasis is placed on the need to analyze the experiences of other European countries, and reference is made to the analysis initiated by the Minister of Regional Affairs and Agriculture concerning the impact of VAT on foodstuffs. The Social Democratic Party pledges to support all tax initiatives that reduce the tax burden on low- and middle-income earners and increase the contribution of the wealthy to state budget revenues.
2025-04-15
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker focuses on activities contrary to the Employment Contracts Act, criticizing the government's approach to the legislative process. They emphasize the shortcomings of the consultation process and demand that stakeholders' opinions be taken seriously, not ignored.
2025-04-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker is intensely focused on the comprehensive reform of the motor vehicle tax law, emphasizing the need to protect vulnerable groups: people with disabilities, large families, and residents of rural areas. While supporting the Chancellor of Justice's proposal, the speaker demands a more extensive overhaul of the legislation to eliminate instances of unfairness and shift the tax burden toward the wealthy and owners of luxury vehicles. The overall approach is reformist and socially sensitive.
2025-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The speaker focuses on two core legislative issues: the draft Employment Contracts Act, which he sharply criticizes for eroding workers' rights, and the Tallinn Hospital project, which he actively supports. On the matter of the employment contract law, he is clearly opposed, highlighting the resistance from trade unions and professional associations. Regarding the healthcare reform, he acts as the initiator, presenting a concrete proposal for establishing a unified hospital featuring two medical campuses.
2025-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker is focusing on legislation regulating gender balance, particularly draft bills concerning the composition of the management and supervisory boards of listed companies. They support gender balance in principle ("I am not against this myself; I believe this direction is the right one"), but demand consistency from the government in the implementation of its policy. They actively participate in the Finance Committee, where they pose deeply analytical questions regarding the legislation's impact.
2025-03-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Insufficient data. The speech is limited merely to giving consent, without mentioning specific legislative priorities or initiatives.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The discussion centers on issues related to amending the constitution, particularly the revocation of voting rights for Russian and Belarusian citizens. The speaker analyzes the legislative process, questioning the impact of competing amendments on the probability of the draft bill's passage. Emphasis is placed on the need to resolve the long-standing problem of persons with undetermined citizenship, a status that was originally conceived as a temporary measure.
2025-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
It focuses on the ratification of international conventions and gender equality legislation. It calls for concrete steps from the government to reduce the wage gap and improve equal treatment. It demonstrates interest in both fulfilling international obligations and developing domestic measures.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker actively supports the draft bill reforming the survivor's benefit, stressing its necessity for ensuring the equal treatment of children. Their views focus on social sector reforms, particularly making support systems fairer and reducing economic inequalities. The speaker positions themselves as a supporter of similar future initiatives, provided that these adhere to the principles of solidarity and justice.
2025-03-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session
The speaker focuses on two core legislative areas: the regulation of foreign labor and the financing of political parties. Concerning foreign labor, reference is made to the 2022 amendments (the threshold of 1.5 times the average wage), and an analysis of their impact is demanded. Regarding the financing of political parties, the need to establish a ceiling on donations is questioned, while emphasizing the influence of social media on campaign expenditures. The speaker performs more in the role of an interrogator and analyst, requiring clarification regarding the effectiveness of the current regulations.
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The primary legislative focus is directed at family and population policy, requiring systemic solutions to the problem of declining birth rates. The speaker demands concrete measures: consistency in family benefits, availability of kindergarten spots, support for balancing work and family life, and improvement of regional education policy. Emphasis is placed on the need to appoint a separate minister responsible for this area, and the current structure of the Ministry of Social Affairs is criticized as an unrealistic solution.
2025-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker is focusing on the correctness of parliamentary procedure and fair reasoning. He/She demands that discussions be balanced and based on a broad scientific consensus, not the viewpoints of a small group.
2025-03-12
The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.
The speaker is focusing on tax policy matters, particularly the increase in the value-added tax (VAT) and the issue of the temporary status of the security tax. As an alternative, they propose reducing the VAT on foodstuffs, a measure the Social Democrats have repeatedly introduced. They demand clarity concerning the government’s tax draft and criticize the support for abandoning the corporate income tax. Additionally, they request specific details regarding the proposed cuts across various sectors, including healthcare and internal security.
2025-03-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker focuses on criticizing the "Eesti 2035" strategy and highlights the missing legislative initiatives in the areas of demographic crisis, social inequality, and healthcare. They emphasize the need to implement a progressive income tax and wealth taxes, reform the healthcare financing system, and maintain regulations on foreign labor. The speaker positions themselves as a defender of the previous government's decisions, acknowledging the vetoing of cuts to disability benefits and supporting the work of Health Minister Riina Sikkut.
2025-02-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session.
The speaker focuses on issues concerning public health and promoting human mobility, emphasizing their broad impact on physical and mental health, work capacity, and security. He/She is seeking concrete legislative solutions, specifically asking what steps the Riigikogu (Parliament) can take to safeguard the nation's health. The focus is on practical measures designed to achieve multiple objectives—ranging from winning medals to increasing children's mobility and reducing obesity.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting
Focuses on the draft Act on the Approval of Amendments to the Articles of Agreement of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (558 SE). The speaker is clearly in a supportive role, guiding the bill through the second reading and recommending the final vote. Emphasizes issues concerning Estonia's representation in the international organization and the role of the region's executive director.
2025-02-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary meeting
The speaker is focusing on clarifying the content and scope of the draft bill, distinguishing technical amendments from the potential prohibition of e-voting. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of legal correctness: specifically, whether the current draft bill permits the e-voting issue to be addressed, or if a separate legislative initiative is required for that purpose. The focus is on procedural clarity and the proper legislative path.
2025-02-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker is focusing on the question of Ukraine's NATO membership, referring to the statement adopted by the Riigikogu nearly two years ago in support of Ukraine. The speaker's inquiry seeks to determine if, and to what extent, the prospects for Ukraine receiving an invitation to join NATO have improved following the Vilnius and Washington summits, and what the stance of other member states is on this matter.
2025-01-28
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker is focusing on the draft amendment to the Articles of Agreement of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, which he is presenting as the representative of the steering committee. He supports the adoption of the draft, stressing that this constitutes the modernization of historical limitations, which will make the bank's operations more flexible and responsive.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
The speaker actively supports the bill concerning the survivor's benefit, justifying it by ensuring more equitable support for children facing hardship. On behalf of the Social Democratic Party parliamentary group, there is a call for a broader reform of benefits indexation to ensure the automatic indexation of family benefits, disability benefits for children, and social benefits. This would avoid the need for political bargaining and offer families greater certainty.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker actively supports the draft legislation for the establishment of the Tallinn Hospital, highlighting the long-standing backing the Social Democratic Party faction has given to this project. They focus on broadening the hospital's concept to include the merger of the North Estonian Regional Hospital, aiming to achieve greater synergy and efficiency. The speaker stresses that healthcare is a national responsibility, and therefore the state must provide its contribution to the funding.
2024-12-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
He/She provided an update on the handling of the draft bill concerning the increase of EBRD capital within the Finance Committee. It was explained that this is a consensually supported decision aimed at financing projects in Ukraine.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
They supported the implementation of the security tax but stressed the necessity of a fairer tax system. They called for the introduction of a progressive income tax in the future.
2024-12-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.
Due to the paucity of data, it is impossible to draw specific conclusions regarding legislative priorities.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
He provided an overview of the deliberation of the draft bill concerning excise duty increases in the Finance Committee and explained the amendments that were made. He defended the rise in alcohol excise duty as a necessary public health measure.
2024-12-03
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Focuses on legislation concerning finance and international cooperation, steering the deliberation of the draft bill on increasing EBRD shareholding. Coordinates the legislative process, setting deadlines and rules of procedure.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
He/She criticized the government's inaction in addressing the demographic crisis and called for a systematic family policy. He/She stressed the need to support young families and boost the birth rate.
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
He submitted a formal inquiry regarding the healthcare funding crisis, demanding specific solutions to cover the deficit of the Health Insurance Fund and ensure the accessibility of services.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
He criticized the government's tax policy and economic strategy. He presented specific proposals, such as lowering the VAT on foodstuffs and implementing a progressive income tax.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
Criticized the amendments to the Competition Act and the handling of the Pihlakodu case. Demanded greater transparency and accountability from the government.
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
He criticized the government's fiscal policy and called for tax reform. He supported a progressive income tax and the introduction of wealth taxes as fairer alternatives.
2024-10-15
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
They submitted a formal query regarding the Pihlakodu case, demanding concrete measures to ensure the safety of care homes and improve oversight.
2024-10-10
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.
The text addresses the possibilities for re-evaluating the employment prohibition imposed on child protection workers, specifically seeking clarification on whether these changes extend to cases involving pedophilic offenses. It stresses the necessity of achieving legal clarity to prevent unproductive discussion and instead focus attention on the substantive debate.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
Addresses regional policy issues, emphasizing the need for all ministers to direct their attention toward regional balance. It criticizes the tendency to forget regional policy considerations when making decisions about cuts, focusing instead solely on Tallinn and Tartu.
2024-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
It addresses the report of the Chancellor of Justice, raising questions regarding the protection of children's rights in the context of the economic crisis's impact. It emphasizes the need to ensure that economic hardship does not negatively affect children's access to their fundamental rights.
2024-09-16
The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.
It addresses internal security issues, requesting concrete steps to ensure security during the economic crisis. It stresses the necessity of striking a balance between funding internal security and supporting the public's livelihood, as both are crucial from a security standpoint.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
Strongly supports the original, stronger version of the Competition Act, criticizing the current weakened variant. It argues that the Competition Authority should be sufficiently empowered to ensure fair competition, especially in oligopolistic markets such as the pharmaceutical sector.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
The text addresses the motion of no confidence against the Minister of Infrastructure, specifically asking about support for Ukraine and how local experience could be implemented at the government level. It emphasizes that support for Ukraine has been consistent at both the Tallinn and national levels.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
Asks the prime ministerial candidate about the priorities for the healthcare sector, emphasizing the need to develop a sustainable funding model. Expresses concern that the healthcare sector is not receiving sufficient attention compared to security and economic issues.
2024-06-13
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session
Raises questions concerning economic inequality and its impact on economic growth during the discussion of the Bank of Estonia's annual report. Emphasizes that income inequality can hinder the potential for economic growth, particularly through domestic consumption.
2024-06-12
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.
It addresses the decision to support nuclear energy, expressing concern over both the procedure and the wording. It criticizes the fact that the decision's title refers to "support," but the content allegedly fails to provide clear approval, and asks for clarification regarding this inconsistency.
2024-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
It addresses the situation in Georgia, posing questions to the Foreign Minister regarding diplomatic steps. It emphasizes that a statement by the Riigikogu is necessary, but the primary objective should be guiding Georgia onto the European path, not building confrontation.
2024-06-06
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Supports amendments to legislation in the cultural sector, particularly enabling the payment of creative remuneration, which ensures better social guarantees for cultural workers. It emphasizes the need for universal health insurance and calls for broader indexing of benefits.
2024-06-04
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting
Focuses on healthcare funding issues by submitting a formal inquiry to the Minister of Social Affairs. It emphasizes that the healthcare funding crisis requires a swift resolution and concrete decisions, rather than endless analyses. It calls for the allocation of additional funds to the healthcare sector.
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker focused on the increase of excise duties, providing an overview of the Finance Committee's work and justifying the necessity of these amendments. The legislative focus was squarely on the field of tax policy, with the aim of balancing the budget.
2024-05-16
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session
The speaker centered their discussion on the amendments to the Competition Act, criticizing the government's approach and arguing that it serves narrow business interests. The legislative focus was specifically within the realm of economic law, aiming to ensure fair competition.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker concentrated on the amendments to the Employment Contracts Act, submitting an official inquiry and criticizing the government's approach. The legislative focus was specifically on labor law, aiming to protect employees' interests and restore social dialogue.
2024-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Inquires about special educational needs and the integration of services. Emphasizes the need to protect the interests of the most vulnerable children.
2024-05-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
Inquires about the teachers' career model, examining its impact on the sustainability of the education sector. It focuses on the necessity of a systemic approach in education policy.
2024-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Participates in the discussion on education funding, supporting a salary increase for teachers. Calls for the conclusion of collective agreements in the education sector.
2024-05-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
They are actively participating in the debate surrounding the sweetened beverage tax, drawing on their experience as a former Minister of Health. They support introducing the tax to achieve crucial public health objectives.
2024-04-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The inquiry concerns the framing of the nuclear energy debate, suggesting comparisons be drawn with similar countries. The focus is on ensuring the discussion remains fact-based.
2024-04-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
It focuses on the problems within the veterinary field and the shortage of specialists. It calls for specific measures to ensure the future supply of veterinarians and to strengthen the sector.
2024-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
It addresses labor market policy issues, focusing on the regulation of foreign labor and the importance of tripartite negotiations. It calls for a balanced approach in formulating labor policy.
2024-04-03
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Focuses on education policy issues, particularly increasing teacher pay and funding the education system. It emphasizes the need for collective bargaining agreements in the education sector.
2024-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Focuses on the amendments to the Health Services Organization Act. Supports the streamlining of general practitioner care terminology and the introduction of the concept of health centers into the legislation. Emphasizes the importance of strengthening primary care and improving the accessibility of medicines.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Inquires about the possibilities of using cash when paying state fees. Shows interest in finding a balance between digitalization and reducing bureaucracy. Focuses on seeking practical solutions for citizens.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Supports amendments to the Cultural Endowment Act and the payment of creative worker remuneration. Stresses the need for broader indexation of grants and the introduction of universal health insurance. Shows interest in improving the social guarantees for cultural workers.
2024-02-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Supports the Riigikogu's statement of support for Ukraine, but does not mention specific legislative initiatives, bills, or amendments. It focuses more on supporting political statements and declarations than on concrete legislative action. It emphasizes that words must be accompanied by deeds.
2024-02-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker is focusing on tax policy issues, specifically analyzing the 2009 VAT increase from 18% to 20%. He calls for a clear political stance on the correctness of that decision and examines the ideological shifts among political parties over time. His focus is on the fields of economic and tax policy, where he also draws historical parallels between various economic crises.
2024-02-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker is focusing on foreign policy issues and is seeking concrete, measurable results for 2024. The emphasis is placed on practical action and clarifying the Riigikogu's role in achieving these foreign policy objectives, which demonstrates an interest in the effectiveness of the legislative branch when dealing with foreign policy.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
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2024-01-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker is focusing on the analysis of legislative solutions within the education sector, particularly issues related to the regulation of the teacher career model. They are assessing the impact of previous policy decisions and the need for future steps.
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker is focusing on the amendments to the Customs Act, actively supporting the draft bill which reduces unnecessary formal procedures and redirects resources towards genuine enforcement. He calls upon the Economic Affairs Committee to consider the input from the Social Affairs Committee and to amend the draft bill between the two readings. Furthermore, he scrutinizes EKRE's legislative initiatives, suspecting that some of them are obstructionist in nature.
2024-01-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The focus is on the thorough scrutiny of legislative initiatives, requiring clarification of government agencies' standpoints and demanding comprehensive risk analyses. It is actively engaged in addressing security and environmental matters, stressing the critical role of quality preparatory work within the legislative framework.
2024-01-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker focuses on resolving legal issues related to childbirth, providing a detailed analysis of the liability of healthcare professionals and the process of issuing documentation. [The speaker] emphasizes the need to eliminate legal gray areas that leave families unprotected.