Agenda Profile: Rene Kokk
Inquiry regarding the social welfare reform (no 720)
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political stance focuses on strongly criticizing the social welfare reform, labeling it a failure. The criticism is aimed at the state's action of shifting responsibility onto local municipalities, which has resulted in a deficit of financial resources. This constitutes forceful, results-driven criticism directed at the government's policy.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the financial aspects of the social welfare reform and its impact on local governments. This expertise is related to the funding and upkeep of care homes, based on the stance of the Association of Cities and Rural Municipalities. Specific terminology pertaining to municipal financing is utilized.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is critical and direct, expressing strong disagreement with the characterization of the reform as a success story. It employs political and logical appeals, posing direct questions to the Minister regarding the adequacy of funding and subsequent steps. The tone is formal and demanding.
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Activity Patterns
Insufficient data.
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Opposition Stance
The primary criticism is aimed at the actions of the state and the government during the implementation of the social welfare reform. The opposition is both political and procedural, accusing the state of delegating responsibility to local municipalities without adequate funding. The intensity of the criticism is high, as the reform is being labeled a failure.
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Collaboration Style
There is insufficient data.
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Regional Focus
The regional focus is clearly directed at the problems faced by local governments and their relationship with the state. It is emphasized that the state has shifted responsibility onto local governments, significantly complicating their situation. Reference is made to the position of the Association of Cities and Municipalities.
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Economic Views
Economic views focus on the state's funding obligation in the social welfare sector. It is demanded that the state ensure local governments are provided with sufficient financial resources for the maintenance of care homes, citing the current deficit.
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Social Issues
The focus in the social sector is on the consequences of the social welfare reform and the issue of funding care homes. The goal is to ensure that local governments have the resources to provide social services, as the current situation is complicated.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is centered on the critical evaluation of the social welfare reform and demanding modifications to its implementation. The speaker opposes the current financing model of the reform, insisting that the state guarantee the provision of the necessary missing funds.
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