By Months: Lauri Laats
Total Months: 9
Fully Profiled: 9
11.2025
22 Speeches
The focus is primarily on national social issues. Regarding regional topics, Tallinn is highlighted (praising the 200-euro benefit for the elderly initiated by the Centre Party and promising to increase it), as is Tartu (referencing a scooter accident and the opposition to bringing in foreign prisoners). It emphasizes that state support must assist the elderly in every corner of Estonia.
10.2025
88 Speeches
The focus is primarily national (tax policy, budget) and international (comparative tax policy based on the example of 24 EU countries). Local references include the concerns of Tallinn residents regarding the safety of mini-mopeds on sidewalks, and questions about visiting Tallinn schools in connection with school lunch.
09.2025
174 Speeches
A strong regional focus is evident: maintaining the accessibility of post offices, bank branches, and county public transport, while considering regional infrastructure and the specific characteristics of the counties. The role of regional policy is highlighted, specifically regarding Saaremaa, Ida-Virumaa, Pärnu, and Tartu, along with the need to improve the revenue base of local governments, differentiate land tax rates, and implement regional solutions.
06.2025
83 Speeches
The focus of regions and local governments is strong. It addresses the importance of the Pärnu and Tartu airports, connections to Tallinn airport, as well as county roads and regional transport options; it emphasizes taking into account the wishes of local governments regarding the Rail Baltic route and road investments. Furthermore, it refers to challenges concerning transport in Tallinn, North Estonia, and rural areas.
05.2025
82 Speeches
Works towards strong regionalization: emphasizing the interests of the Ida-Virumaa and Narva regions (livelihood, fuel prices, employment, security of energy supply), as well as issues focused on Saaremaa and the islands (island ferry connections, unified pricing). It recognizes the role of local governments and the restoration of regional competitiveness.
04.2025
90 Speeches
National and regional assessment: focuses on the overview of Estonia, the protection of consumer interests, and the problems of rural areas; in energy specifications, it also emphasizes interconnections within the Baltic region (Latvia, Finland, Sweden) and the international context of tariff and network development.
03.2025
17 Speeches
The emphasis on regional issues is primarily in the context of political culture and a more regional economic policy. Specifically mentioned are the possible reorganization of the Ministry of Regional Affairs and Agriculture, the status of the Rural Affairs Commission, and the future of agriculture. The national level dominates, but regional issues and recommendations concerning guidelines for job creation and development in rural areas are coming to the fore.
02.2025
67 Speeches
The focus is largely at the national level, but regional aspects are often emphasized: Tallinn and other major cities versus smaller municipalities, regional policy, income disparities among local authorities, and the availability of services. Baltic regional energy security is mentioned, as are local issues (for example, Tallinn public transport, 1) the City of Tallinn, 2) the North Tallinn rescue squad, and 3) local authorities).
01.2025
66 Speeches
Both the national and regional dimensions are mentioned: Ida-Virumaa (Ida-Viru developments, the closure of the Jõhvi courthouse) and Tallinn (Tallinn Hospital, the influence of Harju County). Reference is also made to Latvia/Lithuania and the cooperation of the Baltic states in the energy sector, but the focus is primarily at the state level, with regional nuances somewhat emphasized (Ida-Virumaa, Tallinn).