Agenda Profile: Arvo Aller
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Local Government Council Election Act and Other Acts (246 SE)
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Political Position
The political position centers on establishing a ban on combining the offices of a Riigikogu member and a local government council member, a measure the speaker strongly supports. This stance is motivated by the need to ensure full dedication to parliamentary work and prevent any hindrance to the fulfillment of official duties. This is primarily a procedural issue that falls within the framework of good governance and constitutes the Riigikogu's right to self-determination.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in electoral laws and the operational procedures of the Riigikogu, focusing on the rules governing the compatibility of offices and the suspension of mandates. He highlights technical details regarding the scheduling of local council sessions (Wednesdays/Thursdays) and the historically large number of substitute members. Specific examples are used to support the arguments, such as the instance of 53 substitute members out of 79 council members in the Tallinn City Council.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal, logical, and persuasive, focusing on resolving procedural issues and enhancing efficiency. The speaker employs arguments grounded in conflicts related to work organization and historical precedent. Emotional appeals are avoided; the emphasis is placed on practical clarity and preventing the obstruction of parliamentary work.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
No direct opponents or specific groups are criticized; instead, the criticism is aimed at the inefficiency of the current system and its tendency to generate labor conflicts. The speaker points out that the draft legislation falls under the Riigikogu's right to self-determination and should not involve the government.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker is presenting the draft bill initiated by the Estonian Conservative People's Party and requests the chamber to support it, thereby demonstrating the desire to achieve the necessary support for the legislation's passage. Direct cooperation with other parliamentary groups or a willingness to compromise is not mentioned.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on national legislation and the efficiency of the Riigikogu’s work, emphasizing the nationwide mandate held by a member of the Riigikogu. The local level is used for illustrative purposes, referencing issues within the Tallinn City Council and the residence-based nature of local government elections.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is supporting draft bill 246 SE, initiated by EKRE, which aims to prohibit members of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) from participating in the work of local government councils. The objective is to establish greater clarity for candidates ahead of the next local elections and to improve the fulfillment of Riigikogu members' duties.
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