By Plenary Sessions: Lauri Laats

Total Sessions: 10

Fully Profiled: 10

2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
At the national level, the focus is on Estonia's broader religious freedom, the state budget, and national security, as well as a major public debate in the Riigikogu. Attention is centered around the well-being of the Estonian people and the management of the general state budget, rather than specific areas or regions.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
Emphasizes regional inequality between the Harju County–Tartu axis and Southeast Estonia; attention is drawn to the situation of state institutions in Põlva and the concept of government hubs (Riigimajad). Questions regarding the strategy and the provision of regional services.
2024-10-22
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
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2024-10-21
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Regionally, the focus is on the situation in rural areas and local municipalities: noting the reliance on private vehicles among residents of the countryside and the reduction of public transport services as key influencing factors; it emphasizes the importance of regional impact and the accessibility of social services, as well as regional challenges (citing examples of references made by regional ministers).
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on national and international issues, as well as regional concerns. It mentions the experience of the Crimean Peninsula and the situation of the Crimean Tatars (a national/political context), alongside the situation in Narva care homes (a local social concern). This links them to topics affecting both the country's reputation and local necessities.
2024-10-16
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing
The regional reference primarily involves the Narva example (the Narva City Council's vote of no confidence against Katri Raik) and the subsequent national-level discussion. While a broader national context is preferred, the Narva case clearly illustrates the local level of attention paid to specific incidents.
2024-10-15
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
Focusing on the situation of rural areas and the people living there: the greatest strain would be placed on rural families, schoolchildren, and family doctor services. The necessity of road maintenance is highlighted, along with county bus routes that have been cut or modified, emphasizing the vulnerability of the regional network.
2024-10-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
A nationwide/national focus; no specific references to regional concerns or regional projects; the focus is on the general national budget, demographic issues, and healthcare sector questions.
2024-10-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The focus is on regional policy and the situation of agricultural areas, including regionalized food production and the foundation for regional development. Examples highlighted include the importance of Tartu Agro as a regional enterprise, as well as a broader perspective within the context of regional policy.
2024-10-07
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
A central address at the national level; there is no regional or region-specific focus. The Riigikogu and the national context are mentioned, not specific problems or projects concerning the regions.