By Plenary Sessions: Helmen Kütt

Economic perspectives stress the necessity of adequate social subsistence and state financial assistance for those experiencing hardship. The speaker criticizes the low savings threshold (€440), arguing that it runs counter to the objective of encouraging saving. Furthermore, they emphasize that the inadequate protection afforded to these savings compels people to withdraw their money from the bank.

Economic perspectives focus on the interests of labor and wage equity, calling for a substantial increase in the minimum wage for cultural workers holding higher education degrees. Criticism is directed at the government's priorities, which have resulted in a glaring disparity between the incomes of ministers and cultural workers.

The increase in state expenditures (additional support for public transport) is supported for the purpose of achieving regional policy goals. Concern is expressed regarding employment in agriculture, specifically referencing the Ekseko layoffs, which demonstrates worry about regional economic stability.

Economic views focus on the situation of low-wage earners (special care workers), noting that a gross salary of 1,200 euros is insufficient and that the abolition of the tax hump will not help them. [The views] support measures that ease the economic situation of local governments and the agricultural sector. The government is criticized for trusting and listening only to certain entrepreneurs.

Economic perspectives emphasize the need to raise the wages of social sector workers, noting that current pay raises are short-lived because the VAT on foodstuffs has not been reduced. There is a demand for the state to fully cover the costs of specialized care, as current funding covers only 60% of the actual expenses. The economic benefit to the state derived from family caregivers returning to the workforce is also highlighted.

Economic perspectives advocate for social redistribution by raising the minimum living standard and increasing the salaries of special care workers. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of factoring heating costs into budget planning, which highlights concerns regarding the ability of the low-income population to cope financially.

Economic standpoints emphasize social justice and the reduction of inequality, calling for targeted tax exemptions specifically for people with disabilities. Concern has been raised that short-term financial savings (e.g., 30 million) will eventually result in greater healthcare costs and reduced access to treatment. There is support for a more equal and fairer distribution of responsibilities and tax revenue between the state and local municipalities.