Agenda Profile: Rene Kokk
Inquiry regarding a network of number plate recognition cameras and the associated database (no. 756)
2025-06-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political focus is directed at overseeing the use of the national database (a network of license plate recognition cameras) and ensuring the accountability of public officials. The speaker takes a strong stance, emphasizing that the justifications for accessing the data are inadequate, citing the PPA analysis and over 4,500 monthly queries. This position is strongly results-oriented, demanding concrete data and transparency regarding the conduct of officials.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker provided a detailed demonstration of their knowledge regarding the operation of the number recognition system, referencing specific figures (over 400 officials with access rights, 4500+ queries per month) and the results of the PPA analysis. The expertise focuses on differentiating between the theoretical justification for data use and the actual behavior of the officials. It was emphasized that there is a significant issue concerning the quality of justifications provided for accessing the data.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is direct, demanding, and confrontational, particularly towards the respondent, who is accused of misinterpreting the question and providing theoretical answers. Logical arguments and data (the number of queries) are employed, but the tone remains intense, urgently pressing for actual, practical responses. The speaker also uses sharp admonishment ("don't talk about things you don't understand").
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Activity Patterns
The data is limited to two calls on a single day regarding the subject of the inquiry. There is no information regarding frequency, travel, or other communication patterns.
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Opposition Stance
The confrontation is primarily aimed at the respondent/prime minister, who is being criticized for answering questions theoretically instead of presenting real data. The respondent’s claim that part of the chamber does not want the cameras operating is also criticized, with critics dismissing it as incomprehensible nonsense. The criticism is mainly procedural and focuses on the lack of accountability when justifying the use of data.
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Collaboration Style
Not enough data.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the supervision of the database and its use by the Police and Border Guard Board (PPA), which operates at the national level. There is no regional or local focus.
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Economic Views
Not enough data.
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Social Issues
Among social issues, the balance between citizens' privacy and security is paramount, focusing specifically on the use of databases derived from license plate recognition cameras. The speaker strongly emphasizes the necessity of ensuring accountability and transparency among officials when justifying access to this data, citing the potential for the system's misuse.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is aimed at parliamentary oversight and demanding accountability from the executive branch (Query No. 756). The priority is ensuring compliance with existing data usage rules and guaranteeing accountability within the PPA system, requiring the disclosure of the actual underlying justifications.
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