Agenda Profile: Toomas Kivimägi
The Chancellor of Justice's report on the conformity of legislative acts with the Constitution and the performance of other duties assigned to the Chancellor by law.
2025-09-16
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
Political Position
The political focus centers on safeguarding the status of the Estonian language in service provision, underscoring its constitutional mandate. The speaker adopts a strong, value-driven position, deeming the requirement to select Estonian language service via a screen prompt or keypad deeply disturbing. This stance is directed against the practices of both state institutions and private enterprises.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates competence in constitutional law and administrative practice, raising a specific legal question concerning the constitutionality of language choice mechanisms. They focus on the conformity of normative acts with the Constitution, employing a precise legal framework.
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Rhetorical Style
The speaker's style is formal and respectful, opening with praise for the Chancellor of Justice's professionalism and precise use of language. Strong emotional intensity is used when presenting the issue ("it actually deeply bothers me"), yet the question itself is clearly formulated as a legal consideration.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
Criticism is aimed at both state institutions and private companies that require the selection of the Estonian language by pressing a key in order to receive a service. The opposition is strong and focuses on procedural constitutionality, rather than on the specific institutions named.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker is extremely respectful and complimentary toward the Chancellor of Justice, commending both the presentation and the choice of words. This suggests a constructive and professional communication style when dealing with representatives of high legal authorities.
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Regional Focus
The focus is at the national level, addressing the provision of services in the Estonian language throughout the entire Republic of Estonia.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The primary social issue is the status and availability of the Estonian language within the service sector. The speaker strongly insists that receiving service in Estonian should not require an additional selection, viewing the opposite practice as deeply troubling and potentially unconstitutional.
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Legislative Focus
The focus is primarily on overseeing the compliance of existing legislation and the Constitution, rather than initiating new laws. The objective is to obtain an assessment from the Chancellor of Justice regarding the legality and constitutionality of a specific administrative practice.
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