Agenda Profile: Arvo Aller
Second reading of the draft law amending the Subsoil Act (435 SE)
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political stance centers on strong opposition to the draft amendment of the Subsoil Act, as it restricts investment by businesses and undermines economic certainty. This position is clearly policy-driven, highlighting the economic damage and the lack of consistency in the legislative process. It represents the view of the Estonian Conservative People’s Party (EKRE), which cannot support the change.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the Earth's Crust Act and the procedures for processing mining permits, utilizing terminology such as "continuity" and "compensation mechanism." Separate emphasis is placed on the absence of a socio-economic impact assessment, and reference is made to the constitutional doubts raised by the Riigikogu Legal and Analysis Department concerning the violation of legitimate expectation.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is critical and concerned, focusing on logical arguments regarding economic damage and the procedural flaws of the draft law. Direct accusations are employed, stating that the bill's initiators "do not care about enterprise and are not interested in people's jobs." The tone is formal yet sharp, emphasizing the futility of shutting down the chimneys of Ida-Virumaa in the context of saving the world.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
There is insufficient data regarding patterns of activity, frequency of occurrence, or regular notifications, as only one speech from the Riigikogu session in December 2024 has been presented.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The opposition is aimed at the initiators of the draft bill, who are criticized for disregarding socio-economic impacts and for the absence of a compensation mechanism. The criticism is policy-based and procedural, accusing the opposing side of causing great damage to businesses and violating their legitimate expectation.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The speech is purely oppositional and expresses the party's (EKRE) opposition to the draft bill, stressing that the amendment cannot be supported. There is no information regarding a willingness to compromise or cooperate with other factions.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is heavily regional, highlighting the economic vulnerability of the Ida-Viru County and Narva region and their dependence on oil shale mining and processing. Warnings are issued regarding potential social upheaval and job losses in this area should mining operations be halted.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
The economic outlook is pro-business, standing against regulations that restrict investment and generate uncertainty. Emphasis is placed on the importance of preserving jobs, and the state is criticized for shifting costs onto entrepreneurs, particularly concerning the expenses related to environmental impact assessments.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
The social problems addressed include the risk of social changes and job losses in Ida-Virumaa, stemming from the contraction of local business activity. Furthermore, the importance of direct and auxiliary jobs related to mining and processing within the region is emphasized.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on opposing the second reading of the draft act supplementing the Earth's Crust Act (Bill 435 SE). The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill, focusing on its legal (constitutional inconsistencies) and economic shortcomings, especially concerning the suspension of the processing of mining permits.
2 Speeches Analyzed