Session Profile: Lauri Laats
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
2024-09-10
Political Position
The primary interests are promoting family values and flexible working hours; the goal is to provide families with better opportunities to spend time together and achieve work-life balance. It supports the concept of a four-day work week as a tool for both family life and stimulating the economy. It emphasizes that decisions must stem from thorough discussion, rather than merely relying on the submitted draft legislation. The position is policy-driven, focusing on social objectives, and demonstrates a willingness to engage the minister and relevant committees in a substantive review.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
Demonstrates knowledge of parliamentary procedure: references committee debate, the necessity of involving the minister, and the importance of presenting control figures. Uses technical terminology (control figures, draft bill, substantive discussion) and emphasizes the need for data-driven decision-making.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The communication is respectful and cooperative; it utilizes questions and alternative solutions (e.g., involving the minister, finding a substantive discussion). The tone is calm, not aggressive, focusing on procedure and solutions.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
Delivers two speeches on the same day; emphasizes the parliamentary work process and the role of committees; refers to previous decisions and their shortcomings.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
Refers to the Social Democrats’ proposal concerning the four-day work week and notes the commission’s negative decision, but does not direct attacks against specific individuals. It confirms that the criticism presented focuses on the procedural review.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
Emphasizes cooperation with the involvement of committees and ministers; demonstrates a readiness to find consensus through substantive discussion.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
Insufficient data.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
It supports the objective of economic stimulation through the idea of a four-day work week, demonstrating a positive stance regarding the impact of working hours on the economy.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
Emphasizes the importance of family and togetherness during the holidays; strengthening family values and social well-being.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
Emphasizes the substantive discussion of the draft legislation and the mechanisms for the minister's involvement; recommends that the committee clarify the missing control figures and either proceed with the matter or revert to an earlier stage.
2 Speeches Analyzed