Session Profile: Lauri Laats
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
2024-02-05
Political Position
On the economic policy front, the speech primarily focuses on criticizing tax hikes. The speaker highlights the potential impacts of the two-percentage-point increase in VAT, as well as the potential effects of the excise duties on fuel, gas, and electricity. They also stress the necessity of conducting an impact analysis and having a fact-based debate. The style is strongly oppositional and aimed squarely at criticizing the government's tax policy.
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Topic Expertise
The presenter demonstrates a numerical and analytical approach to tax policy, citing specific figures (a 1.66% price increase due to the VAT hike; 5% inflation) and the impact of excise duties, and asks for additional information regarding the existence of impact assessments concerning these changes.
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Rhetorical Style
The tone is formal, measured, and interrogative; it utilizes precise figures and references to pose a question and verify facts, rather than emphasizing emotionality.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
Expresses strong opposition to tax hikes and stresses the necessity of comprehensive impact assessments; the critical, inquiry-based approach points toward close scrutiny and transparent reporting.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
He is critical of proposed tax hikes, highlighting the underlying nature of inflation and the potential rise in consumer prices. He calls for a thorough impact analysis and transparency, and refuses to support any tax increase without clear numerical justification.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
Legislative attention is focused on evaluating the effects of tax policy and verifying existing impact analyses. It does not refer to a specific draft bill, but emphasizes the need to discuss and assess the impact at the Riigikogu level.
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