Agenda Profile: Helmen Kütt
Interpellation concerning the necessity and timeliness of establishing a general quiet period during the breeding season (No. 804)
2025-10-13
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Political Position
The political focus is on environmental issues, particularly the decrease in the population of small forest birds and the necessity of ensuring general nesting peace. The speaker expresses moderate concern, based on personal observation, and is concentrating on demanding clarification regarding the frequency and methodology of state-commissioned analyses. The approach is primarily policy-driven, emphasizing transparency in data collection procedures.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker frankly acknowledges that the field is unfamiliar to him, which is why he is requesting clarification from the Minister. His expertise is based instead on personal experience as a bird enthusiast and frequent forest visitor, having noted a decrease in bird populations. He is aware that the state commissions analyses and that the European Environment Agency provides assessments, but he is inquiring about their methodology and whether they are conducted annually.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is polite, formal, and inquisitive, respectfully addressing the presiding officer and the minister. The speaker employs a balanced approach, linking personal observation (the decline in bird numbers) with specific procedural matters. The tone is information-seeking and requests clarification, rather than being confrontational.
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Activity Patterns
Based on the data presented, participation in the discussion of the query is evident, including the asking of clarifying questions. There is insufficient data for evaluating regular appearances or other activity patterns.
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Opposition Stance
The speaker is not criticizing any specific opposing side or group. The focus is on obtaining information from the minister and the government, rather than launching attacks.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker demonstrates a willingness to cooperate by requesting clarification from the Minister and acknowledging the gaps in their own knowledge. Reference is also made to the points presented by the interpellators, which signals support for and cooperation with the group standing behind this initiative.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the national level (analyses commissioned by the Estonian state) and the international level (assessments by the European Environment Agency). Specific local or regional projects are not mentioned.
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Economic Views
Insufficient data.
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Social Issues
The primary social concern revolves around environmental awareness and wildlife conservation, viewed through the lens of personal worry and direct observation. Emphasis is placed on the declining population of small woodland birds and the issues associated with food scarcity during the winter months.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus centers on the interpellation concerning the necessity of establishing a general breeding season quiet period. The speaker’s role, as a proponent of the initiative, is to seek clarification regarding the frequency and methodology of the national analyses intended to support the potential legislative decision.
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