By Plenary Sessions: Aivar Kokk
Total Sessions: 72
Fully Profiled: 72
2025-10-13
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
A strong opposition stance, focusing on the lack of transparency and accountability in the government's financial decisions, particularly concerning the allocation of large sums through various funds. The politician stresses the necessity of preventing an increase in the tax burden (specifically opposing the 24% income tax rate) and sharply criticizes the coalition's past and current budget decisions. His framework is primarily procedural and results-oriented, calling for improved budget clarity and the limitation of ministerial authority.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The political stance is one of strong opposition, calling the proposed state budget "such a terrible budget" and dismissing the ministers' responses as "weak." The primary criticism targets tax hikes and borrowing, which allegedly benefit only high-income earners, rather than those with lower incomes. The political framework is heavily results-oriented, emphasizing the economic growth-boosting decisions made by the previous coalition (Isamaa, Center Party, EKRE). It is proposed that the draft budget be rejected during the first reading.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The most prominent issue is the government's fiscal policy and the national debt burden. The speaker strongly opposes the policies of the Reform Party, criticizing the largest debt load in history, the repayment of which stretches all the way to 2070. This stance advocates for cost reduction and austerity measures during tough times, effectively calling the government's financial management into question.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
A strong and principled opposition to the motor vehicle tax, which is considered hostile and unnecessary, with the Isamaa Party promising to repeal it no later than 2027. The political focus is directed at criticizing the government's tax hikes (over 50 decisions) and the financing of the income tax exemption for high earners. This position is clearly value-based, protecting the interests of families and pensioners against the tax burden.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker consistently adopts a critical stance on the government's economic policy, demanding the resignation of the Health Insurance Fund (Tervisekassa) board and criticizing the effect of CO2 taxes on the Estonian business environment. They strongly support promoting youth employment through tax breaks and express concern about Estonia's competitiveness compared to neighboring countries. The speaker clearly represents the interests of businesses and calls for the government to demonstrate better negotiation skills within the European Union.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker clearly represents the positions of the Isamaa Party, consistently opposing the government's tax hikes, particularly the proposed car tax and changes to the land tax. They strongly support maintaining existing tax exemptions (specifically the exemption for land under one's residence) and demand greater transparency from the government during the budget drafting process. This stance is defined by consistent opposition to the current governing coalition and a strong focus on the necessity of regional policy and family support.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker clearly represents an opposition stance, strongly criticizing the government's tax policy and budget strategy. The primary points of contention focus on the motor vehicle tax, the income tax increase, and the overall growth of the tax burden. He/She consistently emphasizes that the ruling coalition (the Reform Party and Estonia 200) has broken its election promises and is damaging economic growth with these tax hikes.
2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
The critic adopts a strongly opposing position regarding the waste reform, labeling it "complete madness" and a "tax festival." He argues that the reform will impose an additional annual burden of 70–75 million euros on taxpayers, while the European Union fine would only amount to 16–20 million euros. The criticism is particularly sharp concerning the Prime Minister’s promise that no new taxes would be introduced.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker clearly represents the positions of the Isamaa party, strongly emphasizing the need to lower taxes to stimulate the economy. He/She supports repealing the excise duty increases and sharply criticizes the tax policy of the current coalition. The speaker repeatedly highlights the experience of 2020, when excise duties were lowered and the economy grew, and demands the reintroduction of a similar approach.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker is a strong proponent of policies aimed at lowering taxes and fostering economic growth, citing the successful track record of the Isamaa party during the 2020 coronavirus crisis. He consistently takes a firm stance against the government's proposed tax hikes, particularly the increases in VAT, income tax, and excise duties. He stresses that reducing taxes leads to economic growth and puts the country at the top of Europe, as occurred during the tenure of the previous governing coalition.
2025-05-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.
The speaker adopts a clearly oppositional stance regarding the government's tax policy, strongly criticizing the hike in income tax and VAT, and demanding concrete assurances that no new taxes will be introduced. He consistently stresses that the government is taking more money from the people than it is giving back, and accuses the Prime Minister of reneging on promises.
2025-05-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker consistently takes a stand against tax hikes, claiming that income tax and VAT have risen by 20%, and criticizing the government's tax policy. They strongly support reducing public sector expenditures, particularly cutting the size of the officialdom, arguing that 24,000 white-collar workers are burdening taxpayers. The speaker advocates for business-friendly policies and accuses the current government of causing the economic downturn.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker vigorously advocates for the positions of the Isamaa Party, consistently adopting an opposition stance regarding the government's energy policy and the transparency of the state budget. Concerning energy, he supports dispatchable electricity generation based on oil shale and sharply criticizes the imposition of renewable energy surcharges on end consumers. He stresses the primacy of Estonian national interests over the European single market and demands a more detailed public disclosure of the state budget, in line with the constitution.
2025-04-16
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker clearly represents the positions of the Isamaa Party, taking a forceful stand against the increase in land tax and criticizing the coalition's decisions. He strongly supports the autonomy of local government in setting taxes and expresses concern regarding the excessive burden placed on individuals and businesses. Concerning energy policy, the speaker is skeptical about the development of wind farms and supports alternative solutions such as wood chips and pellets.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker clearly adopts the stance of an advocate for large families, sharply criticizing the previous coalition's decision to cut benefits for them. They strongly oppose the income tax break given to high earners, viewing it as an unfair priority when compared to supporting large families. They favor reallocating state expenditures by utilizing the ministries' carry-over funds.
2025-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker takes a very strong position against the car tax, labeling it "extremely foolish and unjust," and demanding its retroactive repeal. They criticize the governing coalition for breaking their election promises, specifically citing the Reform Party and Eesti 200, who had pledged not to implement a car tax. The speaker advocates for reducing the tax burden and cutting state expenditures rather than resorting to tax hikes.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
Expresses strong opposition to the government’s energy policy, particularly state subsidies for offshore wind farms and infrastructure projects. It consistently criticizes the rise in electricity prices and the operations of state-owned enterprises, emphasizing the need for market competition in the energy sector. It demands clear answers regarding electricity pricing and argues that the current system harms consumers.
2025-02-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
Strongly articulates the positions of the Isamaa party, emphasizing the preservation of oil shale energy and criticizing the government's energy policy. It supports regional development and the autonomy of local governments, expressing opposition to the central government's top-down decisions. Furthermore, it demands clear answers regarding the future of educational institutions and stresses the necessity of practical solutions.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker takes a clear stance on the issues of Estonian energy independence and security, strongly criticizing reliance solely on wind and solar energy as an insufficient solution. They support biomass-based energy production, especially the use of wood chips and pellets for electricity generation, emphasizing the potential of the Estonian forestry sector. These positions are clearly policy-driven and based on energy security arguments.
2025-01-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
The speaker adopts a clearly critical stance toward state-owned enterprises (SOEs), which, in his estimation, violate ethical norms and may be operating under a double standard. He demands consistency in the application of sanctions policy, stressing that SOEs should not receive preferential treatment compared to private businesses. The position is strongly critical and demands clear answers from the government.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
The speaker consistently opposes the current coalition's tax hikes, particularly regarding the motor vehicle tax and the income tax benefit for high earners. He demands the retroactive repeal of the car tax and sharply criticizes the government's policy, which he argues harms the most vulnerable social groups—young families, pensioners, and large families. The speaker emphasizes that the Isamaa Party will only join a coalition that makes the repeal of the motor vehicle tax its very first priority.
2025-01-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker consistently adopts the stance of the left-wing opposition, strongly opposing the car tax and other proposed tax hikes. He criticizes the governing coalition's tax policy as a betrayal of voters, stressing that none of the coalition parties had promised to introduce the car tax before the election. He particularly champions the interests of families with children and residents of rural areas, arguing that the tax increases affect them disproportionately.
2024-12-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker, speaking on behalf of the Isamaa Party, supports the draft legislation aimed at reducing expense allowances, but simultaneously calls for greater transparency and consistency from the bill’s initiators. He strongly stresses that the Riigikogu must lead by example in terms of nationwide austerity, particularly in a situation where, in his estimation, the government is failing to do so. His stance is clearly supportive of the bill, but critical regarding its actual effectiveness and the integrity of the proponents.
2024-12-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker adopts a strong stance in opposition to the government's budget policy, leveling sharp criticism at the lack of transparency and the influence of the Social Democrats in the formulation of the state budget. He calls for a clear separation of budget lines (specifically, the payroll fund and operating expenditures) and argues that the current system grants ministers excessive discretionary authority. Furthermore, the speaker advocates for collegial decision-making within the Riigikogu, rather than relying on individual ministerial discretion.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker consistently opposes tax hikes, criticizing the government's "tax spree" and claiming that taxes have risen by 2 billion euros annually. He/She strongly supports security spending but argues that the so-called security tax does not actually go toward defense; instead, it is used to cover income tax benefits for high-earners within the Reform Party. Representing the Isamaa Party, he/she promises that the first order of business upon coming to power will be to abolish the car tax.
2024-12-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.
The speaker adopts a clearly oppositional stance, accusing the current government of cutting social benefits. They strongly highlight the positive achievements of the Isamaa party in the social sector, including support for single pensioners, benefits for large families, and the increase in child support payments. The position is value-based, focusing on the protection of families and the elderly.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker strongly advocates for the positions of the Isamaa Party, consistently opposing the coalition’s tax policy and criticizing the increases in excise duties and the establishment of the security tax. They support lowering taxes to stimulate the economy, citing the 2020 experience as a positive example. Furthermore, they express fierce opposition to the amendments to the kindergarten law, particularly the transfer of the decision-making power regarding the daily fee to local municipalities.
2024-12-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The speaker clearly takes a position on protecting the transparency and fair competition of state-owned companies. He urgently demands that Eesti Energia use public tenders for major purchases, and directly criticizes the 5-million euro wood chip purchase being made without a procurement process. Furthermore, he strongly supports converting the old oil shale boilers to run on pellet fuel, citing it as a cheaper alternative.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
A deeply anti-coalition stance against the current government, particularly regarding the policies of the Reform Party. It strongly opposes tax increases and cuts to support for vulnerable groups, emphasizing that the coalition "takes from the weak and gives to the rich." It firmly supports restrictions on voting rights tied to Estonian citizenship, citing Moldova and Georgia as cautionary examples.
2024-11-20
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.
The speaker takes a clearly critical stance regarding the Rail Baltic project, strongly emphasizing the need for budgetary transparency and accountability. He supports developing road infrastructure instead of Rail Baltic, claiming that the state is violating commitments made to the European Union concerning the construction of 2+2 highways. The speaker admits that he actually voted against the ratification of Rail Baltic in 2017.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.
The speaker adopts a clearly oppositional stance toward the government’s fiscal policy, sharply criticizing the 2025 state budget as "confidence-destroying" and opaque. While strongly supporting increased defense spending, the speaker asserts that the revenue collected via the security tax is not actually allocated to defense but is instead used to finance income tax breaks for high earners. The speaker consistently champions the interests of vulnerable groups (pensioners, parents, large families), opposing cuts to their benefits.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
Clearly articulates a critical stance on energy policy, highlighting the doubling of electricity price increases since 2020. It strongly supports dispatchable energy solutions, especially the use of pellet fuel when converting old oil shale boilers. It expresses moderate support for renewable energy but emphasizes the necessity of dispatchable energy to guarantee energy security.
2024-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker, representing the Isamaa Party, takes a strong opposition stance, clearly targeting left-wing taxation. Their core political platform centers on abolishing the motor vehicle tax, which they label "the most hostile tax next to the land tax." The speaker categorically vows that Isamaa will only join a coalition that repeals the car tax, demonstrating an uncompromising approach to the issue.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The speaker adopts a clearly oppositional stance toward the government's economic policy, strongly criticizing the Reform Party's tax policy. The main points of contention focus on rising energy prices, the increasing costs of infrastructure projects, and the unfairness of the tax reforms. The speaker asserts that the government favors high-income earners through income tax exemptions while taking more money from the poor, offering an alternative austerity plan.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker is clearly taking a firm and forceful stance on the issue of revoking voting rights for citizens of Russia and Belarus, as well as holders of the gray passport (non-citizens), expressing strong concern about the influence of foreign states on local elections. They cite the example of Moldova, highlighting the danger of manipulating the vote and potential vote buying in specific regions. This position is security-focused and aimed at preventing foreign interference in Estonia’s democratic processes.
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker strongly advocates for opposition viewpoints, criticizing the government's budget policy and the security tax. He forcefully asserts that the security tax is, in reality, a levy designed to fulfill the Reform Party's election promises, rather than a genuine mechanism for covering defense costs. He supports increasing state budget transparency and demands the disclosure of political earmarks.
2024-10-16
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing
The speaker strongly supports Estonian energy independence and the development of dispatchable power generation. He advocates for the pellet industry and the utilization of local bioenergy, while simultaneously criticizing the costly investment in wind energy. His stance is clearly oriented toward a practical energy policy that prioritizes the use of existing resources over new, large-scale investments.
2024-10-15
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker clearly represents opposition viewpoints, strongly criticizing the government's economic policy and tax increases. The main emphasis is on the responsible management of public finances—the speaker advocates for cost savings instead of tax hikes and categorically opposes the income tax exemption for high earners. Their positions are consistently conservative on economic issues, stressing the need for a business-friendly environment.
2024-10-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker clearly adopts a critical stance toward the government's policies, focusing primarily on social policy and budgetary matters. There is strong opposition to measures that negatively impact successful individuals and families, particularly the restrictions placed on parental benefits and incapacity benefits. It is emphasized that successful people are the ones driving the Estonian economy forward and they should not be penalized. The position is fundamentally value-based, centered on the principles of fairness and economic development.
2024-10-08
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The Speaker adopts a clearly critical stance regarding the government’s methods for implementing budget cuts, particularly concerning the reallocation of responsibilities between the Health Board and the ministry. The Speaker demands transparency in public procurement and ensuring competition in the provision of healthcare services, while expressing strong opposition to monopolistic solutions.
2024-09-24
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
The speaker clearly adopts a critical position regarding the government’s proposals, especially concerning the reform of the business account. He strongly emphasizes the previous achievements of the Isamaa party in establishing the business account with a 25,000 euro threshold, but expresses opposition to the current changes, which, in his estimation, distort the original objective.
2024-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker adopts a clearly oppositional stance, fiercely criticizing the current coalition for restricting the democratic process. He emphasizes that the opposition is now unable to initiate discussion or engage in obstruction (filibustering), neither in the committees nor on the floor, which he deems an abnormal state of affairs.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker consistently opposes tax hikes, particularly increases to the motor vehicle tax, income tax, and land tax. They fiercely criticize the government’s decision to grant high-earners a €500 million income tax exemption, while simultaneously offering disabled people support measured only in pennies. The speaker stresses that these tax increases damage families, pensioners, and economic growth.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The speaker clearly adopts a critical stance regarding the government's tax policy, focusing specifically on the introduction of new taxes and the increase in income tax. His questions are directed at the prime ministerial candidate and reveal strong skepticism about the billion-euro tax burden, especially concerning the utilization of 600 million euros that are not allocated for defense spending.
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker consistently takes a stance regarding the current coalition's tax policy, strongly opposing the motor vehicle tax and other tax hikes in particular. They clearly support maintaining the income tax exemption for lower-income individuals and criticize the favoring of high earners. The speaker advocates for supporting the economy through tax reduction, referencing the successful experience during the 2020 crisis.
2024-06-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, extra plenary sitting
The speaker takes a very strong stand against the abolition of the tax exemption for land under one's home, calling it "the saddest bill" and "the most hostile bill against the people and entrepreneurs of Estonia." They strongly emphasize the rights of homeowners and criticize the governing coalition (Social Democrats, Reform Party, Estonia 200) for supporting this bill. The position is clearly conservative, stressing individual responsibility and the autonomy of local governments.
2024-06-12
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.
The speaker clearly represents opposition viewpoints, consistently opposing the coalition's tax increases, particularly the motor vehicle tax and the land tax. There is strong support for the concept of tax stability (or "tax peace") and criticism of the government's economic policy. The speaker emphasizes the positions of the Isamaa party and demands the fulfillment of election promises, especially regarding Eesti 200's pledge concerning the car tax.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker consistently adopts a strongly oppositional stance regarding the government’s tax policy, sharply criticizing the car tax, the increase in land tax, and the introduction of the sugary drink tax. He claims to be a former member of Isamaa who now supports Isamaa’s policies as an alternative to the governing coalition. The speaker emphasizes that the tax hikes harm lower-income individuals and favor the highly paid.
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker expresses very strong opposition to Land Tax Act Bill 437, accusing the government and the Social Democrats of lying and stripping local governments of their rights. He strongly emphasizes the position of the Isamaa party that the bill must be rejected during the first reading. He supports the autonomy of local governments in setting taxes and is categorically opposed to the mandatory increase in land tax.
2024-05-28
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The speaker adopts a fiercely oppositional stance on the government's tax policy, sharply criticizing the elimination of income tax exemption for pensioners and other tax hikes. They emphasize the government's broken promises and accuse the coalition of deceiving voters, claiming that popular decisions are made before elections and unpopular ones are implemented only after the vote.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker strongly supports the retention of the oil shale energy sector and sharply criticizes the implementation of renewable energy policy. He/She argues that closing the oil shale power plants would be catastrophic and lauds the prime minister for keeping the oil shale furnaces running. At the same time, the speaker offers moderate support for wind and solar farms, but demands that investors themselves cover the grid costs, not the taxpayers.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing
The speaker adopts a clearly critical position regarding Minister of Economic Affairs Tiit Riisalo and the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications, accusing them of advocating for the interests of the private company Bolt. They strongly support the equal treatment of businesses in taxation and sharply criticize Estonia's singular opposition to the EU Platform Work Directive. They stress that public interests must take precedence over private interests.
2024-05-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
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2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker adopts a clearly oppositional stance toward the government, focusing strongly on the protection of pensioners and families. He expresses consistent and intense opposition to the government’s tax policy, particularly the abolition of the income tax exemption for the average pension and the proposed car tax. The speaker emphasizes their affiliation with the Isamaa parliamentary group and proposes rejecting the draft legislation.
2024-04-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
This position focuses strongly on energy security and the affordability of electricity supply, while supporting a diverse energy portfolio. It advocates for considering nuclear energy but emphasizes the necessity of analyzing alternatives, such as generating electricity from pellets in existing power plants. Furthermore, it criticizes previous decisions that slowed down the development of wind farms and demands that all energy-related decisions factor in the costs borne by the end consumer.
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker fundamentally supports the option of electronic voting but voices strong concerns regarding the system's fairness and equality. They demand stricter limitations on the ability to change e-votes and call for longer verification periods, stressing that the current system fails to guarantee equal treatment for both paper and electronic voters. This stance is reformist yet cautious.
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing
The Speaker adopts a clearly critical stance toward the government's policy, focusing on two main issues: the implementation of the sugar tax and the voting rights of non-citizens in local elections. Regarding the sugar tax, he expresses strong skepticism, citing its ineffectiveness in other countries. On the issue of voting rights, he demands strict limitation solely to Estonian and EU citizens, emphasizing the security risk involved.
2024-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker adopts a clear stance on the issue of inequality in cultural policy, criticizing the unfair allocation of state subsidies. They strongly emphasize that state cultural funding must also reach theaters operating outside of Tallinn, which bring culture to rural areas.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
The speaker clearly adopts a stance of constructive opposition, stressing the necessity of finding shared solutions to stimulate the economy despite partisan differences. They strongly endorse the government's austerity measures and fiscal discipline, calling for transparency in public sector expenditures, particularly concerning the Health Insurance Fund (Tervisekassa) and other state agencies.
2024-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker consistently adopts a critical stance regarding the government's IT policy and energy decisions. They strongly criticize the failures of e-government systems (high school exams, SKAIS2) and demand concrete solutions. In the energy sector, the speaker supports considering all possible options, including the retention of oil shale and the use of pellets, and opposes rapid shutdowns without alternatives.
2024-04-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The spokesperson consistently adopts a left-wing economic policy position, advocating for tax cuts and slashing public sector spending. He strongly opposes the introduction of the car tax and other tax hikes, accusing the government of deceiving the electorate. He emphasizes that economic growth is achieved by lowering, not raising, taxes, and criticizes the government's energy policy decisions.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker clearly takes a stance supporting decentralized settlement while opposing urban densification and the "15-minute city" concept. It strongly advocates for preserving rural life and criticizes the government's economic policy, alleging that the 2023 budget contained an unfunded gap of 300–400 million euros. Furthermore, it expresses skepticism towards a rapid green transition, particularly concerning the mandatory adoption of electric vehicles.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.
The speaker adopts a distinctly critical position on the government's economic policy, particularly regarding the income tax reform, arguing that scrapping the reform, which costs half a billion, would resolve "half the issues." He places strong emphasis on the shortcomings of state supervision and calls for transparency and fair treatment within the business sector. Furthermore, he advocates for market economy principles in the energy sector, criticizing the current state of affairs where consumers are forced to "subsidize someone else's business."
2024-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker strongly advocates for the positions of the Isamaa party, highlighting the party's achievements in establishing free higher education and state-run secondary schools. He takes a clearly adversarial stance toward the current coalition, accusing them of raising taxes and impoverishing the populace. The speaker strongly backs funding for the education system and increasing teachers' wages, demonstrating a consistent commitment to education policy.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The viewpoint strongly focuses on energy security and the necessity of dispatchable electricity generation in Estonia. It supports using pellet dust in oil shale boilers as a faster and cheaper alternative for achieving green energy goals, highlighting an 80-million investment versus 2 billion for other solutions. It criticizes the government's energy policy and the actions of Elering, asserting that money is being taken daily from the pockets of businesses.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing
The speaker adopts a clearly critical stance regarding Elering's operations, alleging that the company unfairly profits from cable failures at the expense of consumers. They strongly advocate for an alternative green energy solution—the conversion of the Narva oil shale boilers to run on pellet dust—seeing it as a practical and more affordable option compared to gas turbines or hydrogen. The speaker demands more active government intervention in the energy sector, particularly concerning the oversight of Elering's activities.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker adopts a strongly critical stance on Estonia's energy policy, accusing the government and the ministry of making poor decisions. They support the continued use of biofuel and biogas in public transport, as well as the conversion of oil shale boilers to pulverized pellet fuel. The speaker expresses strong opposition to the current energy management, particularly the activities of Elering.
2024-02-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker clearly adopts an opposition position, sharply criticizing the economic policies of the Reform Party and the government. There is strong opposition to the tax increases (VAT, fuel excise, car tax, income tax), and the government is accused of "messing up" the economy. It is emphasized that the government has "insanely large potential" to damage the economy, citing concrete examples regarding the decisions on the LNG terminal and the high-voltage power line.
2024-01-23
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Clearly articulates the positions of the Isamaa Party, emphasizing the equal treatment of businesses both domestically and in comparison with neighboring countries. Strongly supports the principle of voluntary COVID-19 vaccination, opposing both mandatory vaccination and the complete prohibition of vaccines. Criticizes the government's economic policy, highlighting the eight-quarter-long decline of the Estonian economy and the negative impact of tax hikes.
2024-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker takes a clear stance in favor of necessary reforms in the energy sector, strongly stressing the need for the renovation of electricity grids and criticizing the current financing system. They actively support the use of local resources (pellet dust) in electricity generation and oppose the additional burdening of end consumers through network fees. The position is distinctly economic and practical, focusing on cost optimization and the efficient use of resources.
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The speaker clearly takes a confrontational stance against the Prime Minister regarding energy policy issues, particularly concerning the LNG terminal and gas prices. His position is that the LNG terminal should be a private enterprise, not a state project, and he strongly criticizes the government's energy policy.
2024-01-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The speaker clearly takes a stand on defending Estonia's energy security, strongly advocating for the preservation of oil shale power generation until viable alternatives are developed. They criticize the government’s tax increases and demand that the use of biogas in public transport continue, notwithstanding EU directives. Furthermore, they express concern over the financial state of local municipalities and call for increased support from the state budget.