By Plenary Sessions: Tanel Kiik
Total Sessions: 97
Fully Profiled: 97
2025-10-16
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The political stance is heavily focused on economic issues, particularly inflation and rising prices. The speaker criticizes the government's inconsistent approach to the impact of taxation (raising versus lowering) and demands a reduction in VAT on food products. The position is strongly results-oriented, highlighting the government’s failure to address issues perceived by the general public.
2025-10-14
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The political focus is on public transport funding and regional accessibility. The speaker supports increasing core funding to cover fixed costs but expresses strong concern that the merging of public transport centers must not lead to the neglect of peripheral areas. This stance is policy- and performance-based, emphasizing the importance of maintaining an optimal route network.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The political stance is strongly opposed to the government’s budget policy, which is deemed irresponsible and socially unjust. The main targets of criticism are tax breaks for the wealthy and the underfunding of the social sector (especially special welfare services and subsistence benefits). The focus is on policy effectiveness and value-based prioritization, stressing that the budget fails to align with the priorities stated verbally. The position is highly confrontational and critical.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker strongly opposes the government's budget priorities, highlighting the critical underfunding of specialized welfare services (4.2 million allocated versus 50 million needed). Their position is value-based, criticizing the government's decision to increase the income of the wealthiest decile by over 100 million euros at the expense of social needs.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The political stance heavily emphasizes the state's responsibility to guarantee uniform, healthy, and accessible school meals nationwide. The speaker rejects the argument that this is primarily the duty of local municipalities (LGs), stressing that the quality of the service must not depend on one's birthplace. This position is strongly policy- and value-driven, highlighting social equality.
2025-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker criticizes the government's tax policy, calling it favorable to the wealthy, and claims that low-wage earners are suffering due to the VAT increase. It asks experts whether supporting the wealthy actually injects money into the Estonian economy or if that capital simply flows abroad into investments.
2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The text criticizes the Prime Minister’s lack of logic, questioning why qualified personnel are being retained to guard prisoners while foreign labor is simultaneously being imported. It argues that the same employees could be utilized in the internal security sector, where the need is greater.
2025-09-22
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The Prime Minister's business council is criticized, with the argument being that it is too narrow and fails to include representatives of employees or civil society. The question is raised as to why participation is limited solely to entrepreneurs, when trade unions and NGOs are also important stakeholders in other sectors.
2025-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.
He/She strongly advocates for standardizing family benefits at 100 euros, arguing that all children should be valued equally. The current system is criticized as unfair, and it is emphasized that this move represents a crucial step toward resolving the demographic crisis.
2025-09-15
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting
Criticizes the departure of the head of the Financial Supervision Authority, acknowledging his work but expressing concern regarding the future. It asks for recommendations for the successor and the main challenges that should be focused on more.
2025-09-11
15th Riigikogu, 6th plenary sitting
The text criticizes the government's approach to the care reform, arguing that integration is being carried out without consulting the target groups. While supporting the core principles of the reform, it demands a slower, more consensus-based approach, especially when it comes to involving organizations for people with disabilities.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
Submits a motion of no confidence against the Minister of Social Affairs, but refuses to support it due to arguments based on pseudo-medicine. The minister is criticized for insufficient healthcare funding and the delay of the Tallinn Hospital project, while simultaneously being given credit for supporting evidence-based medicine.
2025-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.
Kiik raised a critical question concerning the management of funding within the national defense sector, citing media criticism and stressing the necessity of ensuring a high level of public confidence in the defense sector. He inquired about the specific steps the minister has taken to preserve that trust.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
He/She consistently submits interpellations and raises procedural questions, focusing on improving the organization of parliamentary work and ensuring adherence to democratic procedures. He/She repeatedly criticizes the chairing of the session and the drafting of the agenda.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker criticizes the government for failing to support the abolition of kindergarten fees and the raising of the subsistence level. It is claimed that the Reform Party is acting hypocritically by demanding free kindergarten spots only in Tallinn, rather than nationwide.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The Prime Minister is criticized for reversing the Reform Party's position on the competition law issue. The question is raised whether the Prime Minister deems himself more competent than Kaja Kallas, and who will be held accountable if the European Commission proceeds with the penalty.
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Criticizes the Minister of Justice for the failure to communicate effectively on sensitive issues. It is claimed that the handling of Pihlakodu, the prison lease, and the competition law has been opaque and does not serve the interests of the Estonian people.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Criticizes the amendments to the Competition Act and the regressiveness of the Estonian tax system. Argues that low-wage earners pay proportionally more than the wealthy, and asks why Europe differs from Estonia.
2025-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
Criticizes the government's plan to export prison services and questions its viability. Argues that this harms Estonia's reputation and asks why these workers aren't being utilized to address the labor shortage.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Criticizes the Reform Party's internal communication problem at the national and municipal level. Asks about the amendments to the Tallinn traffic law and claims that the Reform Party at the national level and the capital's branch do not communicate with each other.
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
Criticizes the government for the supplementary budget lacking measures to improve people's livelihoods. Demands raising the subsistence level and asks about the conduct of the Prosecutor's Office in the Pihlakodu case.
2025-05-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
They criticized the government's tax policy as unjust, stressing that the rise in VAT hits low-income earners the hardest. They advocated for the introduction of a progressive income tax and voiced concern that the current tax system is widening social inequality.
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
They criticized the failure to establish the Ministry of Climate and the resulting disarray in environmental policy. Concern was expressed that there is no clear vision for the climate and environmental sector, and that the government is prioritizing economic interests over environmental considerations.
2025-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker represents a social democratic worldview, strongly emphasizing educational equality and uniform access to quality education nationwide. Their main position centers on the idea that education should not become the exclusive privilege of major cities, but must be accessible to all children, regardless of where they live.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
They strongly advocated for gender balance in the governance bodies of listed companies, sharply criticizing the male dominance within the parliamentary groups of EKRE and Isamaa. Specific figures were cited: the EKRE and Isamaa groups combined have 15 men and 3 women, whereas the Social Democrats maintain a balanced 5:4 ratio.
2025-05-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
Inquires about weapons policy, expressing concern that broader access to firearms could increase risk. Warns that the objective of achieving a safer society might produce the opposite outcome.
2025-05-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
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.
2025-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker focuses heavily on the issues of social inequality and income stratification, expressing clear concern regarding the plight of low-wage earners. They emphasize the necessity of government intervention through tax policy to narrow the societal divide and boost consumer confidence.
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Criticizes the amendments to the Competition Act as the result of business lobbying and submits an interpellation regarding the Employment Contracts Act. It claims that the government is serving narrow business interests and violating the established practice of negotiating with labor market partners.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Support was provided for ensuring the operational continuity of vital services, but inquiries were made regarding specific risks and problems. The need to prepare for potential crises to protect electronic data and communication channels was also emphasized.
2025-04-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
They supported the discussion on nuclear energy, but emphasized the adequate assessment of internal security costs and risks. They also questioned how the development of nuclear energy aligns with the state's overall cost-saving direction.
2025-04-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
He supported the reduction of the VAT on foodstuffs and criticized the government's opposition to the measure. He emphasized that differential VAT rates are effective in other sectors and should also apply to food items.
2025-04-15
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker adopts a distinctly left-leaning stance on labor law issues, expressing strong opposition to the government’s amendments to the Employment Contracts Act. He criticizes the government for expanding the original narrow target group (school students, university students, people with reduced working capacity, and the elderly) to include all employees, a move which, in his estimation, undermines workers' rights.
2025-04-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Supported the Chancellor of Justice's proposals for improving the motor vehicle tax and called for a more comprehensive overhaul of the law. Criticized unfair tax burdens that disproportionately affect people with disabilities and large families.
2025-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The text criticizes the government's amendments to the Employment Contracts Act, arguing that they undermine workers' sense of security. It accuses the government of failing to engage in dialogue and demands the immediate restoration of tripartite negotiations involving trade unions, employers, and the state.
2025-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Supports the improvement of gender balance in listed companies, criticizing the insufficient balance of the government's own composition. It asks why the government demands from listed companies what they themselves cannot achieve.
2025-03-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
He criticizes the judicial reform, questioning how it is possible that 33 years after the constitution was adopted, new constitutional requirements are suddenly being discovered. He also asks whether these changes will actually make court proceedings faster and fairer for the public.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Expresses concern that over 60,000 people in Estonia have undetermined citizenship. Asks whether specific proposals were discussed for helping these individuals acquire Estonian citizenship and how to support them throughout this process.
2025-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker strongly supports ratifying international human rights conventions and promoting gender equality. They express a clear stance that the gender pay gap must be reduced and equal treatment between men and women must be improved. They emphasize that a more equal society supports economic growth, thereby countering the arguments raised in the debate about the supposed conflict between these two objectives.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Supports the standardization of the survivor's benefit, arguing that the current system is unequal. It emphasizes that all children who have lost a provider should receive equal support, regardless of family size or the parent's former income.
2025-03-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session
The speaker criticizes the government's foreign labor policy, arguing that the quota for 2024 was not filled, which indicates that the labor shortage is not as severe as claimed. They demand that employers and trade unions be included in the decision-making process and oppose any increase in the quota without prior negotiations.
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Criticizes the government for ignoring the demographic crisis and demands systemic solutions in the field of family policy. It claims the government is not providing young families with the necessary support and warns that the longer they wait to address this, the longer it will take to see results.
2025-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker clearly takes a stand in defense of the scientific consensus and an evidence-based approach. He/She sharply criticizes one-sided argumentation and calls for a balanced treatment, emphasizing that the overwhelming majority of scientists and health officials have reached conclusions different from those of the small minority group.
2025-03-12
The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.
Criticizes the government's tax policy, claiming that raising the VAT to 24% harms low-wage earners. Demands a clear answer on whether the tax increases will become indefinite, and criticizes the abandonment of corporate profit taxation.
2025-03-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Criticizes the Prime Minister for ignoring the demographic crisis, claiming that the number of births is at the lowest level this century. Demands concrete measures to support young families and warns that the crisis will not resolve itself.
2025-02-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session.
Asks about the impact of the price hike, criticizing the government's tax policy as regressive. The speaker argues that the VAT increase disproportionately affects low-income earners compared to the wealthy, and asks the expert for recommendations on establishing a fairer tax policy.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting
He/She is asking the Regional Minister for concrete measures to reduce regional inequality. He/She asserts that the current measures are insufficient and that the state should take more radical steps to direct jobs away from Tallinn and Tartu.
2025-02-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary meeting
The question is directed to the Foreign Minister regarding Moldova and Georgia, expressing concern over Russia's influence activities. The speaker asks whether the European Union should engage more vigorously in counter-propaganda efforts to balance Russia's actions in these countries.
2025-02-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Vigorously supports the unification of the survivor's benefit, criticizing the current system as inherently unequal. It stresses that all children who have lost a breadwinner deserve equal treatment, irrespective of family size or parental income.
2025-01-28
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Supports the amendments to the Articles of Agreement of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, emphasizing their necessity for increasing the bank's flexibility. Raises technical questions, but expresses overall support for the amendments.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
Supports Georgia's democratic values and criticizes Russia's influence activities. Emphasizes the importance of using diplomatic channels in guiding Georgia onto the European path.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker criticizes the government's tax policy as inequitable and regressive, stressing the necessity of listening to experts. They demand a revision of the policy or the resignation of the government if these changes are not implemented.
2024-12-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
It supports the Public Health Act and emphasizes the dangers of pseudo-medicine. It sharply criticizes politicians who spread health misinformation and anti-vaccination sentiment, highlighting specific fatalities. It vigorously advocates for science-based medicine and demands stronger intervention from the Health Board against dangerous products.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Supports the introduction of a security tax but stresses the necessity of a fairer tax system in the long term. It criticizes the current system for disproportionately taxing low-income individuals and calls for the implementation of a progressive income tax. Furthermore, it opposes cuts to the social and healthcare sectors.
2024-12-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.
The speaker clearly positions themselves as an advocate for the protection of children's rights, stressing that this area must be a crucial priority for all politicians. The approach is constructive and systemic, focusing on the overall situation and development trends of the sector in Estonia.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
Supports the increase in alcohol and tobacco excise duty on public health grounds, emphasizing that the purpose of the excise tax is to reduce consumption, not to increase state revenues. Criticizes previous excise duty cuts, which, in his view, led to a rise in alcohol-related deaths. Defends health arguments over economic arguments.
2024-12-03
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker strongly supports assisting Ukraine by increasing the EBRD's stake, emphasizing the fundamental importance of this step. This position clearly favors international cooperation and development finance, underscoring the benefits Estonia itself has derived from this collaboration over the past 30 years.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Supports amending the constitution to restrict the voting rights of non-citizens, but criticizes the submission of competing amendment proposals. It questions why a specific proposal should be supported over others if the underlying goal is similar. This demonstrates a pragmatic approach to constitutional issues.
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Supports state funding for abortion and warns that ending this funding would increase health risks for women. They criticize EKRE's approach, which, in their estimation, creates a financial barrier (or "wealth qualification") and forces poorer women to seek out more dangerous alternatives. They emphasize women's right to safe medical care.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
Criticizes the government for the inadequate handling of the Pihlakodu case and demands stronger supervision in care homes. Supports the positive results of the care reform, but emphasizes the need to improve service quality and safety. Advocates for zero tolerance toward sexual abuse in welfare institutions.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
It strongly supports evidence-based healthcare and criticizes the promotion of quackery. It stands with the Minister of Social Affairs in the fight against anti-vaccination sentiment and pseudoscience, emphasizing the danger these pose to public health. At the same time, it demands concrete steps from the minister regarding additional funding for healthcare and the construction of the Tallinn Hospital.
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Strongly supports the introduction of a national defense tax, but emphasizes the need for a fairer tax system. It criticizes the current tax system for disproportionately burdening low-wage earners and calls for the implementation of a progressive income tax. Furthermore, it opposes freezing or cutting pensions, stressing the state's responsibility toward the elderly.
2024-10-15
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
Criticizes the government for underfunding the social sector, particularly due to the lack of support for salary increases for special care workers. Supports additional funding for healthcare and the establishment of the Tallinn Hospital through state-city cooperation. Emphasizes that the integration of social and healthcare services must be carried out in coordination with the target groups, not forcibly imposed.
2024-10-10
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.
The speaker focuses on issues concerning parliamentary procedure and the quality of legislation, demanding clarity regarding the content of the draft law before the vote. He takes a firm position that the Riigikogu (Parliament) should not debate bills whose legal substance is unclear, and calls for the active intervention of the presiding officer to resolve the situation.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker clearly adopts a supportive position regarding the ratification of the International Labour Organization convention, while sharply criticizing the opposition put forth by EKRE and Isamaa. They emphasize the importance of regional policy and the necessity of a coordinated approach across ministries, cautioning against the preferential treatment of Tallinn and Tartu. The speaker demonstrates a pragmatic, evidence-based approach to policymaking, accusing the opposition of artificially politicizing these issues.
2024-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker focuses on children's rights protection and social policy matters, submitting detailed questions to the Chancellor of Justice concerning the economic crisis's impact on children. The stance is clearly socially oriented, underscoring the responsibility of the state and local governments to ensure children's welfare during difficult times.
2024-09-16
The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.
The speaker focuses on the link between internal security and the functioning of society, stressing the necessity of balancing security investments with the public's ability to cope during an economic crisis. The stance is moderate and pragmatic, recognizing both the need for tax increases and the inherent limits to such measures. The approach is distinctly policy-focused, seeking practical solutions within the context of budgetary constraints.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The speaker focuses primarily on managing the parliamentary process and addressing procedural matters. They demonstrate a strong commitment to proper legislative procedure, emphasizing adherence to deadlines and consensual decisions within the Finance Committee. The approach is pragmatic and procedure-centric.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
The speaker demonstrates strong support for Ukraine and its fight for freedom, stressing the continuity of policies at both the local and national levels. They sharply criticize the motion of no confidence, accusing it of political opportunism and exploiting an old interview merely to grab attention. The speaker emphasizes the importance of government unity and functionality, while expressing skepticism regarding the sincerity of the opposition's stated concerns.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The speaker strongly emphasized the principles of the Social Democratic Party, particularly the continuation of pension increases as stipulated by law, which he considers a crucial achievement stemming from the coalition negotiations. Issues concerning the health sector are a matter of central concern for him, demanding clear commitment and focused attention on this area from the prime ministerial candidate.
2024-06-13
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session
The politician focuses on overseeing economic policy and evaluating the activities of the Bank of Estonia. He adopts a constructive yet critical approach, asking specific questions regarding the handling of economic problems. He emphasizes the need for more systematic analysis in the future.
2024-06-12
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.
The speaker adopts a critical stance regarding the bill supporting nuclear energy, highlighting procedural flaws and the manner in which the matter has been handled. While acknowledging being personally open to the nuclear energy debate, they express strong opposition to how the bill is structured: first declaring support, and only then conducting the evaluation. This demonstrates a principled commitment to the integrity and correctness of legislative processes.
2024-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The speaker takes a clear position on political developments in Georgia, expressing strong opposition to the policies of the Georgian Dream party, particularly the foreign agents law and the restriction of minority rights. He/She emphasizes the importance of diplomatic solutions and the unity of the European value space. In financial matters, the speaker demonstrates a constructive approach, supporting consensus-based decision-making and adherence to proper parliamentary procedures.
2024-06-06
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The data is insufficient. The single address shows support for the Chancellor of Justice's proposal and urges others to do the same, but the specific proposal and political stances remain undefined.
2024-06-04
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting
The speaker strongly supports the continuity of the healthcare sector and the phased implementation of reforms. They express clear backing for the amendments to the Health Services Organization Act, emphasizing the critical importance of strengthening the family doctor system. This position is distinctly policy-centric, focusing on finding practical solutions within healthcare, and the support given on behalf of the Social Democratic Party faction indicates a coalition-based approach.
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker clearly adopts a social democratic position, emphasizing the necessity of fair tax reform and advocating for the Nordic welfare state model. They strongly support the implementation of a national defense tax and a progressive income tax, specifically increasing the tax burden on the wealthy. Furthermore, the speaker is critical of nuclear energy development due to associated security risks and the requirement for additional funding. They demand concrete solutions from other political parties instead of mere rhetoric.
2024-05-16
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session
The speaker focuses on issues related to digitalization, posing constructive questions regarding the low level of digital adoption within the Estonian private sector. He adopts an analytical approach, citing specific facts (the 2012 EU index) and seeks practical solutions concerning the state's role in advancing digitalization.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker focuses on monitoring the parliament's rules of procedure and procedural matters, showing careful attention to the organization of Riigikogu sessions. They express concern over the absence of Centre Party faction members from the chamber just before the debate on the bill they themselves initiated, emphasizing the importance of efficiency in the parliamentary process.
2024-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The politician is focusing on the details of education policy, particularly the coordination of services for children with special needs. He is taking a constructive yet critical approach to the government’s education reform, asking specific questions regarding cross-sectoral cooperation. He stresses the need for thorough analysis before implementing ambitious changes.
2024-05-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker is focusing on solving practical issues, specifically exploring options for using cash when paying state fees. The approach is constructive and collaborative, seeking dialogue with various ministries and government agencies. However, they strongly emphasize the goal of national digitalization and the necessity of reducing bureaucracy.
2024-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker represents the Social Democratic Party faction and strongly supports increasing funding for the education sector and concluding a collective agreement. They emphasize the need for long-term solutions, rather than merely applying short-term "band-aids," and call on all factions to contribute to finding solutions for the education sector's funding issues. At the core of this political approach is strengthening the welfare state model and ensuring the accessibility of public services.
2024-05-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker heavily emphasizes the importance of political continuity, criticizing parties that shift their stances depending on whether they are currently in government or in opposition. They firmly back the implementation of a tax on sweetened beverages, citing the 2017 precedent when the Centre Party, the Social Democrats, and Isamaa all supported it. The speaker clearly expects parties to adhere to their stated platform positions regardless of their political standing. Furthermore, they demonstrate strong support for cross-party cooperation on public health issues.
2024-04-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker adopts a methodological and analytical approach to the issue of nuclear energy, emphasizing the need for a fact-based debate. He supports the view that Estonia should compare itself to countries facing similar choices regarding energy development, rather than those that are phasing out existing nuclear energy. The approach is focused on policy development rather than ideology.
2024-04-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker primarily focuses on issues within the veterinary sector, adopting the stance of a constructive opposition. He/She demands specific solutions from the ruling coalition, drawing on his/her experience as a former Minister of Health. The viewpoint is pragmatic and policy-driven, stressing the necessity for swift and effective action and advocating for a consensus-based approach to funding the sector.
2024-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker strongly emphasizes the importance of tripartite negotiations in labor policy, supporting cooperation between trade unions, employers, and the state. They express moderate skepticism regarding the government's changes to the foreign labor quota system, stressing the need to protect local workers. The speaker acknowledges certain positions held by the minister but demands a more comprehensive approach to regional policy.
2024-04-03
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker strongly supports the collective bargaining model and the involvement of trade unions in decision-making processes. He stresses that the government and the Riigikogu should not always decide unilaterally, but should instead trust the sector itself—both employers and trade unions. He advocates for extending the collective agreement model from the healthcare sector to the education sector to prevent crisis negotiations and strikes in the future.
2024-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker strongly supports a solidarity-based healthcare system and universal health insurance, stressing that healthcare is a fundamental human right and must not become a privilege reserved for the wealthy. They express clear opposition to the widespread adoption of private health insurance as an alternative to the solidarity system. They call for a systemic reform of healthcare financing and the allocation of additional funding, highlighting that the current social tax-based financing model is no longer sustainable given the conditions of an aging population.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The politician is focusing on gender equality and the issue of the wage gap, particularly within the education sector. They take a firm stance that gender inequality is a serious social problem requiring concrete solutions. Furthermore, they stress the strategic importance of the education field for the future of the country, while pointing out its low salary level compared to other sectors.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker strongly advocates for expanding social guarantees for cultural workers and creative professionals, stressing the crucial need to ensure creative compensation is paid to secure health and pension insurance. They express clear support for universal health coverage as a human right and criticize the current unjust system where individuals earning the same income receive varying levels of state support. Regarding Russia, the speaker adopts a cautious yet understanding position concerning the termination of existing agreements, recognizing their practical utility.
2024-02-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker adopts a very strong and unequivocal position regarding the support of Ukraine against Russian aggression. They emphasize that the only acceptable solution is Ukraine's total victory over Russia and call for the free world to significantly step up its efforts. This stance is value-driven, centered on protecting social justice, human rights, and democratic values.
2024-02-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
He criticized the government's tax policy, arguing that it exacerbates inequality and disproportionately burdens low-income earners. He supported implementing a progressive income tax and reducing VAT on food items.
2024-02-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker heavily focuses on the war in Ukraine and maintains a strong anti-Russian stance, emphasizing the necessity of a Ukrainian victory and Russia's withdrawal to internationally recognized borders as a key foreign policy priority. The position is clearly supportive of Ukraine and hostile toward Russia, with the speaker actively seeking ways to bring the war to a faster conclusion.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Insufficient data
2024-01-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker focuses on systemic issues within the education sector, particularly the subject of the teacher career model. Their position is cautiously supportive regarding the reintroduction of the career model, but they stress the necessity of a thorough analysis. The approach is pragmatic, concentrating on the practical impact of policy measures.
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker clearly adopts a stance favoring the reduction of bureaucracy, stressing the necessity of directing state resources where they are genuinely needed. He advocates for a consensus-based approach to lawmaking, urging both the coalition and the opposition to cooperate on sensible bills. Furthermore, he expresses a critical view of EKRE's obstructionist tactics, directly questioning their actual policy positions.
2024-01-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker adopts a cautious and questioning stance regarding legislative initiatives, stressing the need for thorough preparatory work and the involvement of government agencies. He requires clear justifications and comprehensive risk assessments before any decisions are finalized, particularly on matters related to security.
2024-01-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates a cooperative and constructive approach, acknowledging the initiative of the Estonian Conservative People's Party faction and emphasizing the need to find a comprehensive solution. The stance is pragmatic: the final outcome is what matters, not the specific bill through which the problem is addressed.