Agenda Profile: Aivar Kokk
Draft law amending the Construction Code and other laws (655 SE) – first reading
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The speaker clearly takes a capitalist stance, strongly emphasizing free-market principles and the right of entrepreneurs to set the prices for their services. He expresses strong opposition to any state intervention in pricing policy, stating explicitly, "we have capitalism, we do not have communism or socialism." These views are value-based and rely on the principles of entrepreneurial freedom.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates deep technical knowledge of the construction sector, particularly in infrastructure development. He demonstrates detailed knowledge regarding the required depths for laying various utilities (communication cables 0.5–0.7m, water supply 1.2–1.8m, sewage 1.2m, gas lines 1m), uses technical terminology such as 'conduit,' 'utility line/route,' and 'cast iron pipe,' and explains construction processes based on practical, hands-on experience. His expertise is clearly rooted in personal entrepreneurial experience within the construction sector.
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Rhetorical Style
The speaker employs very direct, emotional, and sometimes harshly critical rhetoric. They often start with the phrase "for crying out loud" and use colloquialisms like "fluff and nonsense" and "a complete muddle." The style is informal, incorporating personal examples and experiences, and blends emotional judgments with technical facts. The tone is often angry and frustrated, particularly when criticizing the quality of the draft legislation.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker actively participates in parliamentary debates, repeatedly posing questions and demanding clarifications. He refers to his ongoing involvement in the construction sector and mentions recent personal experiences (for example, switching service providers last week). His presentations are thorough and detailed, often requiring additional time to explain his positions.
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Opposition Stance
The speaker sharply criticizes the drafters of the bill, stating outright that "this person knows absolutely nothing about business." He expresses strong opposition to the current wording of the draft and demands fundamental changes. The criticism is primarily policy-centric, focusing on the technical quality and practical applicability of the bill, rather than personal attacks.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker demonstrates a willingness for constructive cooperation, commending Committee Chairman Urve as "highly competent" and requesting that both the committee and the minister thoroughly examine the draft bill. He acknowledges that "the idea is sound," but insists on better execution. His approach is critical yet constructive, putting forward specific questions that require answers.
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Regional Focus
The speaker highlights specific local examples from Jõgeva and Siimusti, referencing local construction projects such as the infrastructure works in Vana-Jõgeva and the cabling of bus stations. They demonstrate a strong grasp of local conditions and problems, utilizing these examples to support their arguments within the national political debate.
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Economic Views
The speaker is clearly a free-market advocate who defends the right of businesses to set the prices for their services and earn returns on investments. He expresses skepticism regarding government regulation that could distort market mechanisms, and stresses that "companies maintain uniform pricing." His economic views center on entrepreneurial freedom and the protection of investments.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The speaker is focusing on amendments to the Building Code, particularly the regulation of communications cable infrastructure. He/She demands the inclusion of specific technical requirements in the draft bill (conduit diameter, rental fee, protection of investments) and the definition of clear obligations for developers. His/Her positions oppose the current version of the draft bill, but support the core idea on the condition that it is made practically implementable.
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