By Plenary Sessions: Maris Lauri

The speaker urges cooperation in the swift handling of the supplementary budget, requesting that other members of the Riigikogu refrain from obstructing this vital process. He stresses that in the current crisis, we should focus on finding a solution rather than assigning blame. He addresses his colleagues and fellow speakers respectfully, even while sharply criticizing those responsible for past actions.

The collaborative approach is open to interest groups and the Ministry of Finance, engaging them via public hearings and consensually considering several proposed amendments (e.g., extending the transition period). It openly acknowledges the internal commission discussion and disagreements (the majority and minority positions concerning the Council's requirement), but ultimately stresses the rationality of the solutions supported by the majority.

The speaker expresses hope that important issues will receive more thorough consideration going forward in the Riigikogu committees, ministries, and at the government level, indicating a desire for constructive cooperation. Colleagues are addressed respectfully, and the work that has been done is acknowledged, even if it does not yield immediate results. The goal of this cooperation is to find solutions for improving the business environment.

The style of cooperation is markedly consensual and inclusive, emphasizing that all decisions within the Finance Committee were adopted by consensus. Furthermore, the standard involvement of stakeholders in the work of the Riigikogu committee is stressed, allowing them to express opinions and verify the resolution of issues.

In procedural matters (concerning the draft budget of constitutional institutions), the Finance Committee reached consensus decisions, which indicates the capacity to find agreements. However, the government and the opposition are simultaneously being called upon to demonstrate broader collective responsibility in resolving the budget crisis.