Agenda Profile: Anti Allas
Overview of the Use and Preservation of State Property in 2023–2024. Five Years of Activity-Based State Budget: Results of the Reform and Necessary Further Decisions
2024-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political position focuses heavily on assessing the state budget reform, sharply criticizing the failure of Activity-Based Budgeting (TBB) to deliver improvements in clarity, efficiency, and simplicity. The speaker finds the situation regrettable and demands action from the Government of the Republic. He advocates for a responsible transition to a combination of input-based and activity-based budgeting, prioritizing the input-based approach. The stance is strongly results- and policy-driven, centered on the transparency of public expenditure.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in state budget planning and reform, utilizing specific terminology such as "activity-based budgeting," "cost-based budgeting," and "performance metrics." They base their arguments on the audits and conclusions of the National Audit Office and reference their participation in the discussions held by the Special Committee for State Budget Control. This expertise focuses on systemic analysis and the evaluation of the reform's actual results.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is predominantly analytical and critical, expressing disappointment with the results of the budget reform ("it is truly sad to read the audit"). The argumentation is founded on logic, drawing upon the conclusions and facts provided by the National Audit Office (e.g., parallel budgets and increased costs). Furthermore, the speaker offers a brief but pointed procedural remark, focusing on the required decorum and personal respect within the chamber.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is actively involved in the work of the Special Committee on State Budget Control, having discussed the topic and listened to debates there on several occasions. All appearances occurred on a single day during the Riigikogu's consideration of the National Audit Office report. This pattern of activity points to participation in significant oversight and control processes.
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Opposition Stance
The primary criticism is directed at the Government of the Republic and the ministries regarding the failed implementation of the activity-based budgeting reform, which has led to greater confusion and increased costs. The criticism is policy- and procedure-based, questioning the premises of the reform and the actual capacity to carry it out. Furthermore, one speaker is criticized for impolite behavior (finger-pointing), emphasizing the need for civility.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker supports and acknowledges the criticism leveled by the National Audit Office and other field experts regarding the budget reform. He/She stresses the need for a responsible plan that takes into account the costly experience gained, referencing a readiness to combine various budgetary principles to find a future solution. In cooperation with the National Audit Office, this is seen as a clear signal for the government to act.
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
Economic positions emphasize fiscal transparency and the efficiency of public spending, demanding clarity on the question of "how much, why, and where the money is going." The speaker criticizes the expense and lack of clarity associated with activity-based budgeting, advocating for the restoration of cost-based budgeting principles while simultaneously maintaining a certain connection to results orientation.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on assessing the state budget reform and guiding future budgetary decisions. The speaker actively participates in the budget control process, demanding a clear plan from the government following the failure of the performance-based budget, and requiring a decision regarding the budget structure (cost-based vs. performance-based).
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