By Plenary Sessions: Aivar Kokk
Total Sessions: 6
Fully Profiled: 6
2024-12-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Strongly supports austerity and responsible budget management, stressing that the Parliament (Riigikogu) must set an example. It criticizes the government's spending practices and demands that the money saved be used for something beneficial. The position is clearly in favor of fiscal responsibility.
2024-12-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker advocates for strict fiscal discipline and transparent budget planning. He criticizes the growth of the government reserve (from under 20 million before the pandemic to over 200 million) and demands clear expenditure planning. His economic views emphasize responsible state budget management and the application of private sector principles within the public sector.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Strongly supports tax reduction and the promotion of entrepreneurship, emphasizing that "money comes from business." Sharply criticizes all tax increases—income tax, VAT, excises, and the car tax. Claims that the current tax policy is leading the economy toward decline and champions the interests of entrepreneurs. Promises to review the tax increases and abolish the car tax upon coming to power.
2024-12-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.
It supports social redistribution and state benefits for vulnerable groups. It criticizes the government's austerity measures in the social sphere, particularly the reduction of benefits for large families and pensioners. It demonstrates a preference for maintaining and expanding the social safety net.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
Strongly supports tax cuts and pro-business policies. Argues that excise tax hikes damage the economy and drive businesses overseas. Stresses the necessity of providing entrepreneurs with certainty regarding taxation, and criticizes Estonia's status as the only country in recession in Europe.
2024-12-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The speaker supports the principles of market competition while criticizing monopolistic behavior within state-owned companies. He emphasizes cost efficiency, noting that converting pellet boilers would be "many times cheaper than converting any other alternative." He also voiced concern over the state's lack of dividend revenue from Eesti Energia.