By Months: Anti Allas
Total Months: 18
Fully Profiled: 18
10.2025
34 Speeches
The style of cooperation is pragmatic, focusing on making constructive proposals for introducing amendments to the car tax between the two readings. The speaker refers to previous cooperation within the coalition working group, whose proposals were ignored by the then Minister of Finance, Mart Võrklaev. He criticizes the failure to support the proposals due to the coalition's opposition, but is prepared to resolve the shortcomings.
09.2025
51 Speeches
The speaker acts on behalf of the Social Democratic Party faction, supporting colleagues' initiatives (such as child benefits, school meals) and offering cooperation to ministers (e.g., to the Ministry of Rural Affairs in introducing regional policy solutions). The speaker stresses the necessity of not dismantling what has functioned effectively, noting an openness to changes, provided they are acceptable in terms of regional policy.
06.2025
64 Speeches
The speaker calls upon the opposition parties (SDE, Center Party, Isamaa) to unite forces ("stand shoulder to shoulder") to solve the country's structural problems. He positions the Social Democrats as an honest and responsible force that did not lie about the state of the country. He emphasizes the need for cooperation in creating an anti-fraud action plan, involving stakeholders from both the public and private sectors.
05.2025
33 Speeches
The speaker is open to cross-party cooperation, offering the minister support and input regarding regional policy. They see opportunities for collaboration in defending the interests of Southeast Estonia (e.g., the Põlva shooting range) and share concerns with representatives from other parties (for example, EKRE's concern about the functioning of the energy system).
04.2025
16 Speeches
The speaker is open to cooperation and compromise regarding amendments to the car tax, for example, supporting the continuation of the proceedings on the Isamaa draft bill in order to register a protest and iron out the flaws. He/She urges colleagues to be more responsible and support the Social Democrats' proposal for implementing a progressive income tax so that the state's needs can be met. He/She references previous collaboration with Tanel Tein in a working group.
03.2025
9 Speeches
The speaker is open to cooperation on issues of national importance, supporting the idea put forth by the expert group on cutting bureaucracy. He proposes the establishment of a national defense expert group, which would also include critical voices (Herem, Salm), emphasizing the need for unity in the defense sector. Furthermore, an interpellation was submitted by four members of the Riigikogu.
01.2025
6 Speeches
The speaker is open to cooperation, especially with the Social Democrats, regarding the introduction of a progressive income tax, and expresses readiness to consider abolishing the car tax if the opposition presents a real and meaningful alternative funding source.
12.2024
5 Speeches
The speaker stressed the outcomes and agreements reached within the coalition following lengthy negotiations, particularly concerning the car tax amendments which alleviated the social burden. He values the constructive and standard parliamentary discussion that helped improve the draft bill. He considers international cooperation important, especially with Latvia, regarding coordinated excise policy, ensuring both countries benefit.
11.2024
9 Speeches
The speaker stresses the need for a responsible and well-considered plan regarding the budget reform, cautioning against rushing and throwing away the work done so far. They thank the National Audit Office for its comprehensive work and reference the discussions in the special committee, showing openness to expert opinions.
10.2024
3 Speeches
The politician emphasizes the crucial importance of cooperation between the state and local municipalities in funding social welfare, viewing this as a sensible solution. In his communication with the minister, he is seeking clarification and data, which signals a desire for constructive and evidence-based collaboration.
09.2024
4 Speeches
The collaborative style is highly supportive and consensual, commending both the previous and current ministers for their leadership in the regional sector and acknowledging the excellent work done. The speaker stresses the necessity of a unified effort and urges everyone in the room to cooperate in solving chronic issues, such as the underfunding of public transport and the execution of the "Eesti 2035" strategy. Furthermore, a community-wide consensus is being sought regarding the implementation of amendments to the Land Tax Act.
07.2024
5 Speeches
The speaker acknowledges the constructive negotiations held with the prime ministerial candidate and emphasizes the Social Democrats' contribution within the coalition to making the car tax bill more reasonable. This indicates active and effective cooperation within the governing alliance, particularly in reaching compromises concerning older vehicles and registration fees.
06.2024
2 Speeches
The speaker is cooperative with the coalition partners, confirming the Social Democratic Party's support and emphasizing the agreements needed for the law to be adopted by September at the latest. He/She stresses the necessity of finding a reasonable balance and agreement among the community regarding revenues and services.
05.2024
10 Speeches
The speaker is generally polite and constructive toward the ministers and rapporteurs, for instance, thanking the minister for a "sensible bill." He/She focuses on clarifying technical details and procedures, demonstrating a readiness to cooperate in improving the legislation. He/She also presents specific political proposals (e.g., supporting energy-intensive companies) in the form of a dialogue.
04.2024
9 Speeches
The speaker is open to international cooperation and learning from the experiences of other countries, having repeatedly inquired about positive trends in neighboring nations concerning veterinary medicine and energy planning. They are seeking solutions that have been successfully implemented elsewhere.
03.2024
7 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates a willingness to acknowledge government decisions, provided they are far-reaching and significant (03/07). During the speech on expense reimbursements, he referenced cooperation within the committee, noting that a shared consensus was reached regarding the elimination of certain costs (e.g., car leasing). This indicates an openness to compromise and pragmatic changes.
02.2024
6 Speeches
The speaker is acting on behalf of the Social Democratic Party faction and expresses the faction's views. A willingness to cooperate is being demonstrated towards business organizations, inviting them to submit proposals for improving regulations and promising to facilitate their approval.
01.2024
9 Speeches
The speaker is open to reasonable discussion and thanks colleagues for the insightful debate. As the rapporteur for the lead committee, he/she neutrally and thoroughly conveys the committee's discussions, voting results, and the government's positions. He/she is seeking practical recommendations for reconciling communities regarding the organization of education, citing a desire to find a third way that would help the region survive.