By Agendas: Tõnis Lukas

Total Agendas: 104

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2025-10-08
Budget

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The focus remains at the national level (specifically budget strategy and teachers' salaries), but there is a strong emphasis placed on the relationships and agreements between the central government and the association of local authorities. This highlights a concern regarding the impact of national decisions on the local level.
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2025-09-17
The Estonian language

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, press briefing.

The focus is strictly national, dealing with the status of the state language and its implementation in employment and public spaces across all of Estonia. Attention is directed toward the service sector (shops, catering establishments) and platform workers, which represent nationwide issues.
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2025-09-16
The Chancellor of Justice's report on the conformity of legislative acts with the Constitution and the performance of other duties assigned to the Chancellor by law.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is clearly national, centering on the status of the Estonian language, the requirements for government agencies, and service standards throughout the country.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The focus is primarily national (education policy, language law, cultural heritage). Nevertheless, concern is voiced regarding the regional impact, particularly in connection with the consolidation of seven special educational needs schools across seven different counties, and the effect that separating the gymnasium level will have on basic schools in rural areas.
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2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Basic Education and Upper Secondary Education Act and the Vocational Education Institutions Act (director certification and teacher career model) (653 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, addressing the structure of the education system, the career model for teachers, and the distribution of state budgetary funds to local governments. Separate attention is given to the differences among local governments regarding teacher qualifications and the resulting impact on the utilization of the differentiation fund.
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2025-06-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Justice and Digital Minister Liisa-Ly Pakostale, submitted by 42 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

A strong regional focus is placed on Tartu, highlighting its reputation as a university city and the concern that bringing in foreign offenders will damage the city’s international standing. Criticism is also leveled at the insufficient involvement of the Tartu City Government and City Council in the decision-making process.
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2025-06-12
Draft Law on Song and Dance Celebrations (598 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on national tradition, but includes a significant regional emphasis on the City of Tallinn, which is responsible for the upkeep and development of the Tallinn Song Festival Grounds and Kalev Central Stadium. Separate concern is highlighted regarding the pressure from real estate development surrounding the Song Festival Grounds, which is considered a "national sanctuary." If necessary, special national planning must be utilized.
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2025-06-12
Draft Law on the Organisation of Research and Development Activities and Innovation (554 SE) - Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on the organization of national research and development and on signals directed at internationally recognized research teams. Regional or local topics are absent.
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2025-06-12
Draft law amending the Sports Act (518 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is entirely on national legislation and the structure of sports organizations in Estonia, with no reference to specific regions or local issues.
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2025-06-11
Pensioners

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.

The focus is on national strategic topics (the pension system, labor shortage) and international comparisons (the Danish retirement age). There is no reference to specific local or regional problems.
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2025-06-04
Draft law (642 SE) on the withdrawal from the convention prohibiting the use, stockpiling, production and transfer of anti-personnel mines and requiring their destruction – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is clearly on national security and the international level, particularly the threat emanating from Russia. Finland is cited as a strategic model, given that it shares a similar border and a history of military comradeship.
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2025-06-04
Wages and school lunches

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The focus is entirely on national policy and budgeting, addressing teachers' salaries and inter-ministerial requests (Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Education and Research).
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2025-06-04
The role of the Estonian language in public space

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The focus is at the national level (the role of the Estonian language in the public sphere and the labor market), but a specific regional example is highlighted: the insufficient language skills within the Tallinn taxi service. The regional emphasis is rather illustrative, not a primary political objective.
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2025-06-03
The Minister of Public Administration's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session

The focus is placed on national infrastructure planning and regional balance, highlighting the necessity of equitable development. Separately, the impact of urban sprawl on metropolitan areas and their surrounding regions is addressed, specifically focusing on its negative influence on local government decision-making.
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2025-06-02
An inquiry regarding the narrowing scope of Estonian as a language of scientific study and the quality of university education (no. 764)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The focus is at the national level, addressing the quality of the Estonian language and higher education across the whole of Estonia, referencing the University of Tartu as an example. The international focus is important, comparing the Estonian system with other countries (Germany) and discussing international publishing.
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2025-06-02
Inquiry regarding the school network (no. 760)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

A strong regional focus, emphasizing the reform's impact on counties and smaller local governments, driven by fears of resident outflow. Specific mention is made of Orissaare School, Lüganuse School, Hiiumaa, and Ida-Virumaa (Jõhvi, Kohtla-Järve) concerning the accessibility of upper secondary education. The nationalization of the historical gymnasiums in Tallinn and Tartu is also addressed.
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2025-06-02
Inquiry regarding the qualification requirements for youth workers (no. 745)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The regional focus is clearly aimed at the towns and regions of Ida-Viru, areas predominantly inhabited by children from non-Estonian speaking families. There is an emphasis on the necessity of guaranteeing Estonian-language extracurricular activities specifically in these regions and monitoring the local situation through an audit.
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2025-05-15
The Minister of Education and Research's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker draws particular attention to regional education issues, highlighting the population decline in Ida-Viru County and the resulting necessity to reassess school network standards. Furthermore, they use Hiiumaa as an example to criticize the inadequate range of vocational education options and the potential risk of violating the law, which mandates the presence of a vocational school in every county.
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2025-05-15
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Formation of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the circumstances supporting the plan to build offshore wind farms" (586 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

Not enough data
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2025-05-15
Draft law (610 SE) for amending the Nature Conservation Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (Nature assessment) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The regional focus is indirect, highlighting a specific natural sacred site—the Maardu sacred grove—as an example to illustrate a broader national compensation problem. Nevertheless, the focus is rather on national legislation and its uniform application.
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2025-05-07
Bringing in foreign labor

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is primarily national (covering the Estonian labor market, birth rate policy, and integration), addressing these problems nationwide. Harju County is used as a regional example to illustrate the high salary levels commanded by specialists and the specific region where specialists are typically recruited or brought in.
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2025-05-05
Inquiry Regarding Rural Areas (no. 713)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is heavily directed toward rural areas and preserving the quality of life there, contrasting this trend with the dominance of "Greater Tallinn." It is stressed that regional policy must employ distinct methods to support the rest of Estonia, aiming to halt the disproportionate concentration of investments and population in the capital. The security of country homes and the shortage of available labor in rural regions are also mentioned.
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2025-04-22
The Minister of Culture's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including the implementation of "The Fundamentals of Estonian Sports Policy until 2030")

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The regional focus is worrying, highlighting the disappearance of the choral singing and folk dancing tradition from increasingly larger regions and even urban settlements due to regional imbalance. He/She emphasizes the need to secure the foundation of the cultural pyramid in all schools.
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2025-04-14
Inquiry regarding the energy sector (no. 724)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on broad national economic and energy policy issues concerning investments (e.g., wind farms, energy storage facilities). There are no references to specific regions, industries, or local projects.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker directly links the international context (Russia's influence) with domestic and local problems in Estonia. The regional focus is aimed at municipalities that have a large non-integrated electorate and where resistance has emerged against national policies, such as the transition to Estonian-language education and issues concerning population protection.
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2025-03-26
Integration of immigrants

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The focus is strictly national, addressing the immigration policy of the Republic of Estonia, the organization of language instruction, and national language policy. The speaker deals with nationwide legislation and the responsibilities of ministries.
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2025-03-18
Draft law amending the Aliens Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (to improve migration proceedings) – second reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session

The regional focus addresses salary levels in Harju County, indicating that certain positions there are already paying 1.5 times the standard wage. The overall focus, however, remains on the national migration policy and its impact on the Estonian labor market.
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2025-03-17
An inquiry regarding the shrinking scope of Estonian language usage (no. 711)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is national, concentrating on the use of the Estonian language in the public sphere and services more broadly, without mentioning a specific regional emphasis.
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2025-03-17
Inquiry Regarding Maarjamaa United School (No. 710)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is regional, dealing with specific educational locations and their future, citing Raikküla and Kiigemetsa. Emphasis is placed on the uncertainty the reform is causing for families and teachers in these areas, especially concerning the inadequacy of facilities and conditions.
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2025-03-17
Inquiry regarding the third year of record-low birth rates in Estonia (no. 703)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is strictly national, concentrating on the preservation of the Estonian nation, language, and culture, and the demographic crisis at the level of the entire country.
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2025-03-11
The Prime Minister's address for 2025 on the implementation of the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the situation of research and development activities and the government's policy in this area).

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is strictly national, dealing with the long-term development strategy "Eesti 2035" and population and employment policy within the context of Estonia as a whole. There are no references to specific regional or international topics.
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2025-02-26
Draft Law on the Organisation of Research and Development and Innovation (554 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Not enough data
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2025-02-25
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is national, but the role of local municipalities in ensuring national security is emphasized. Special attention is paid to municipalities with a high proportion of stateless voters, citing, for example, the opposition to the transition to Estonian-language education.
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2025-02-19
Defence Industry Park

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is on establishing a defense industry park at the national level and targeting the international market (outward production). Specific local regions or communities are not emphasized, although five potential locations where the initiative could be launched are referenced.
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2025-02-17
Investigation into the failure of the education agreement (no 704)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The regional focus is directed towards local governments, emphasizing their role in implementing the education agreement and the necessity of ensuring their financial stability. The speaker uses statistics concerning local municipalities to clarify Isamaa's true influence, noting that the party is involved in the power structure of slightly over 20 out of 70 municipalities.
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2025-02-17
Inquiry regarding the merging of schools for children with special educational needs (no 684)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is nationwide, emphasizing that the reform affects schools in seven different counties, which creates enormous distances and logistical costs for management. Specific schools in various locations are mentioned (e.g., Kiigemetsa School, Raikküla School).
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2025-02-11
A debate on foreign policy initiated as a matter of significant national importance by the Foreign Affairs Committee.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is clearly on international security issues (Russia, Ukraine) and the national level (the Estonian people's trust in the government). There is a complete lack of emphasis on local or regional topics.
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2025-01-28
Draft law amending the Aliens Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (to enhance migration procedures) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

It focuses on national legislation and migration policy (Amendment of the Aliens Act), addressing Estonia's needs more broadly. There is no regional or local focus.
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2025-01-21
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Submitting a proposal to the Government of the Republic for the procurement of ammunition with a cost of 1.6 billion euros for the years 2025–2028" (540 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The focus is divided between the international sphere (expectations of the US administration, European allies) and the national sphere (the level of Estonian defense spending). Emphasis is placed on the presence of allied brigades and bases on Estonian territory, alongside comparisons with Poland and Lithuania.
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2025-01-20
Inquiry regarding the promotion of family and large families (no. 667)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is clearly national, addressing the survival of the Estonian people, the economy, the school network, and defense capability more broadly. Specific regional or local topics are absent.
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2024-12-18
Tourism Strategy

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

Although the focus is on the national tourism strategy, specific regional cultural actors are highlighted, emphasizing their contribution to tourism. The delegation of the Seto Kingdom, the Hiiumaa residents (Hiidlased), and the Freedom Theatre Festival organized by Vaba Lava in Narva are mentioned. This shows that national policy is being evaluated through the prism of supporting regional cultural phenomena.
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2024-12-11
Third reading of the Basic Education Act bill (419 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The regional focus is directed towards Tallinn and Ida-Virumaa, where there are acute problems concerning children from non-Estonian speaking families transitioning into Estonian-language educational institutions and ensuring their language acquisition. This refers to the City of Tallinn's plans (according to Deputy Mayor Aleksei Jašin) to open separate classes for children who speak Estonian as their native language.
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2024-12-11
Suffrage

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth session, press briefing.

The focus is on the national level (the integrity of Estonian elections) and the international level (Russian and Belarusian aggression). The example of the Seto Ülemsootska election is used merely as a procedural analogy, not as a regional political focus.
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2024-12-04
Draft law amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) – third reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is at the national level, dealing with state budget amendments and nationwide education policy, such as the nationalization of adult upper secondary schools. Specific regional projects or communities are not emphasized.
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2024-12-04
Draft law (447 SE) for amending the Education Act of the Republic of Estonia and amending other related laws (establishing the obligation to attend school) – third reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The regional focus is evident in the concern over the shrinking school network, specifically citing the closure of the Suuremõisa and Vana-Vigala educational centers as an inadequate source of funding.
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2024-11-20
Amendment of the Constitution

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.

The main emphasis is on issues of national security and electoral law, but the speaker directly links this to the local level by citing the terms of the Tallinn governance agreement. He/She notes that the Mayor of Tallinn is now also actively participating in this nationwide debate.
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2024-11-18
Inquiry Regarding the Involvement of Interest Groups (no. 656)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session

The focus is purely on national issues, addressing tax policy and climate questions broadly, without highlighting specific regions.
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2024-11-14
Draft law amending the Estonian Academy of Sciences Act (514 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is strictly national, concentrating on the amendment of the Estonian Academy of Sciences Act and, more broadly, on the organization of national research and development. Regional or local emphasis is not mentioned.
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2024-11-13
Second reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The focus is clearly national and related to national culture, centering on supporting the Estonian written language and education, as well as funding national cultural institutions. Regional or local focus is absent from the speeches, but an international comparison is drawn regarding Latvia's national contribution to celebrating the Year of the Book.
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2024-11-13
Allocations to Municipalities

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus is national, addressing the financing of the education system and the relationships between the central government and municipal leaders concerning financial guarantees. Separately, the situation of vocational schools is emphasized, which is important from the perspective of regional education.
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2024-11-11
Draft law on the partial repeal of the Value Added Tax Act Amendment Act (489 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, addressing the nationwide land tax law and its impact on the economy. Specific regions or local issues are not highlighted, even though the policy affects all homeowners.
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2024-11-11
Draft law amending the Act on Termination of Pregnancy and Sterilisation (459 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is on national legislation and its international dimension, analyzing Estonia’s move within the context of the legal frameworks of other European and world countries. Specifically, the study examines what the potential migration destinations for Estonian citizens would be.
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2024-11-06
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law repealing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (488 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The regional focus is very strong, concentrating specifically on the issues faced by residents and families in rural areas. It is emphasized that government decisions (such as the closure of schools and offices) force people to travel greater distances, which the proposed car tax subsequently impedes, thereby creating a regional policy contradiction.
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2024-11-06
School closures in rural areas

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing

A strong regional focus, emphasizing the necessity of maintaining viability throughout Estonia, despite population decline. Specifically mentioned are Hiiumaa and the Hiiumaa Vocational School, along with the preservation of small schools as a regional policy value, which is crucial for ensuring the entire territory remains populated.
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2024-11-05
Draft law invalidating the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (488 SE) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The speaker places a heavy focus on regional policy and the issues facing rural areas, underscoring the necessity of achieving regional balance. It is emphasized that government measures—specifically the car tax and school closures—are worsening life in rural areas by increasing the transportation needs of families and teachers.
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2024-11-05
Overview of the Government of the Republic’s Activities in the Implementation of European Union Policy

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The focus is heavily on international topics (EU policy and legislation) and their influence on domestic legislation. The war in Europe is also mentioned, but there is absolutely no reference to specific local or regional problems.
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2024-11-04
Draft law amending the Sports Act (518 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Focuses exclusively on national legislation, the reduction of bureaucracy, and nationwide standards for sports policy.
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2024-11-04
Inquiry regarding the departure of state institutions from rural areas (no 653)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is heavily regional, stressing the state's withdrawal from local areas and its centralization towards Tallinn. Specific examples are cited, such as job losses in county central libraries and the future of the Lüganuse school. It is emphasized that regional balance directly impacts people's livelihoods and the opportunities for small-scale production in rural areas.
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2024-10-23
Regional balance

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus is strongly regional and domestic, centering on the excessive concentration in Tallinn and Harju County, in contrast to other counties and more remote areas. The objective is to achieve regional policy balance so that all of Estonia can thrive, highlighting regional disparities in access to services and overall well-being.
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2024-10-23
Wordplay

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus is entirely national, addressing Estonia's public finances, the nationwide teacher salary policy, and the shortage of subject teachers in schools.
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2024-10-21
Inquiry Regarding the Confiscation of the Estonian Soldier Memorial (no 642)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on Estonia's national historical heritage and key battle sites associated with the events of 1944, such as Emajõgi, Sinimäed, the Narva River, and Southeast Estonia. The regional focus involves sustaining national resistance and continuity across the entire territory of Estonia.
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2024-10-21
Request for Information Regarding Prison Space Rental (no. 645)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker focuses strongly on regional concerns, emphasizing Tartu's reputation as a university city, which should not acquire the negative aura associated with leasing out prison spaces. This regional focus is tied to protecting the local community's safety and quality of life.
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2024-10-15
Draft law amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is on the national level, addressing macroeconomic forecasts and the draft amendment to the State Budget Act. There is no regional or local focus present in the speech.
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2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act and other laws (507 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is exclusively on national social policy and the principles governing the provision of social services (health insurance, security), highlighting nationwide intergenerational justice.
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2024-10-09
Mass immigration of labor

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus is clearly at the national level, addressing Estonia's immigration policy, the quota, and its impact on the Estonian labor market and the population. International partners (the EU, the USA) and third countries are mentioned as potential sources of labor.
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2024-10-08
Draft law amending the Blood Act (476 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is entirely on national-level fiscal policy and general state austerity. There are no references to specific regional or local issues.
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2024-09-17
Report by the Chancellor of Justice on the compliance of legal instruments with the Constitution and the performance of other duties imposed on the Chancellor of Justice by law.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is national, addressing the activities of nationwide monopolistic enterprises (such as Elektrilevi) and the protection of Estonian language rights. Specific local or regional topics are not covered.
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2024-09-11
Minister of Defence's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The focus is clearly national and historical, centering on the themes of the continuity and defense capability of the Estonian state. Events "on the Estonian border" and "in the Estonian territory" are mentioned. Specific regional projects or communities are not emphasized.
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2024-09-09
Interpellation Regarding the Technical Failure of the Joint Entrance Exams for State Gymnasiums (No. 627)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The regional focus is expanding beyond Tallinn and Harju County, emphasizing that the technical failure also impacted students and their families who had traveled from other counties. He/She points to the indignation expressed by county newspapers regarding the fact that young people were let down.
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2024-09-09
Inquiry Regarding the Work of Kristina Kallas (No. 632)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is strictly national, addressing the government's budgetary policy and the nationwide salary demands of education and culture workers.
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2024-07-29
A written demand submitted by 23 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Infrastructure, Vladimir Svet.

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.

The focus is primarily on the national level (the Republic of Estonia, the Estonian people) and international security. Particular emphasis is placed on supporting Ukraine, the situation in Crimea, and Estonia's security situation beyond the eastern border. Local governments are mentioned in relation to the issue of voting rights, but this is framed within the context of national security and political cynicism.
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 UA)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker's focus is heavily directed toward rural areas and sparsely populated regions, emphasizing their specific needs compared to urban centers. He/She concentrates on preserving rural life, the consequences of school network restructuring, and how the car tax specifically affects families living in the countryside.
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2024-07-22
Granting Authorization to Prime Ministerial Candidate Kristen Michal to Form the Government

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.

Not enough data
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2024-06-12
Estonian-language school environment

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing

The regional focus is directed towards Ida-Virumaa, where questions are being raised regarding the fate of specific schools (Lüganuse School, Toila School) and the preservation of the Estonian-language school environment, citing parental concerns.
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2024-06-12
Defense expenditures

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing

The focus is clearly international, centering on the procurement of artillery ammunition taking place within the framework of Europe and NATO. Particular emphasis is placed on the role and progress of the Czech President's initiative, asking how these matters are being moved forward within Europe and NATO.
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2024-06-11
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement "On the Crisis of Democracy in Georgia" (449 AE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is heavily international and geopolitical, centering on the choices faced by Russia's neighboring countries (Estonia, Georgia, Belarus) caught between the East and the West. Estonia is viewed as a defender of the Western option, while Georgia is seen as a potential European Union member whose democratic values are currently under threat.
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2024-05-14
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Language Act and the Public Transport Act (Bill 397 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is on the status of the Estonian language at the national level, but specific problem areas and locations where language issues are acute are highlighted. Tallinn and Ida-Virumaa are mentioned, where foreign-language audio advertising and customer service are widespread, along with the example of menus in Tartu Town Hall Square.
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2024-05-14
First Reading of the Draft Basic Education Act (419 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The regional focus is aimed at the varying circumstances of local governments, highlighting the efforts of small municipalities and the half-empty kindergartens that are effectively engaged in regional policy implementation. Furthermore, emphasis is placed on the interest shown by the so-called "golden ring" municipalities (the parishes surrounding Tallinn) in contracting services from the private sector in order to rapidly serve their population.
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2024-05-13
Interpellation regarding the suffrage of Russian citizens in Estonian local government elections during Russia's war against Ukraine (No. 624)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on the national level (mass immigration, security) and local government elections, analyzing the demographic composition of voters across Estonia as a whole. Immigrants from various republics are mentioned, including Central Asia.
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2024-05-07
Second Reading of the Draft Act Amending the 2024 State Budget Act (389 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus remains at the national level (state budget, administrative costs), but emphasis is placed on the role of local governments in paying teachers' salaries and the necessity of retroactively compensating them. Furthermore, concern is specifically raised regarding the risk of vocational education centers collapsing in multiple locations.
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2024-05-07
First Reading of the Draft Resolution (410 OE) of the Riigikogu titled "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Find a Solution for the Construction of an Extension to the National Opera Estonia"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, concentrating on Tallinn’s role and responsibility as the capital city toward the national opera. It uses a regional comparison with Tartu (Vanemuine) to emphasize Tallinn’s inability to ensure sufficient operational volume for the national opera, warning that the national opera’s central role might shift to Tartu.
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2024-05-02
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement (420 AE) "On Declaring the Moscow Patriarchate an Institution Supporting the Military Aggression of the Russian Federation"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is clearly on international issues, centering on Russia's aggression in Ukraine and the role of the Moscow Patriarchate in this conflict.
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2024-04-29
Inquiry regarding pressure exerted by the European Central Bank on the Basel Committee (No. 628)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is clearly national, centering on the Estonian economy and the recommendations being offered to Estonian businesses regarding consumption reduction. The speaker references the actions of the Bank of Estonia and the historical context surrounding the Estonian kroon.
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2024-04-10
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Initiate Drafts of Legal Acts Ensuring the Clarity and Predictability of the Development of the School Network" (285 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is heavily regional, centered on preserving schools in sparsely populated areas and preventing the decline of rural life. Specific regions and municipalities are mentioned, including Harju County, the Tartu area, Jõelähtme, Rõuge, Lääneranna, and Ida-Viru County. It is stressed that regional policy must be integrated with education policy to maintain settlement, especially in border areas that are crucial for national defense.
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2024-04-10
Mass labor immigration

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The focus is primarily on national immigration policy and international security models (Sweden, Germany), which are cited as negative examples. Specific examples from Estonia are also mentioned, such as the Kuressaare electronics industry and the historical context of BLRT's sponsorship.
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2024-04-09
Report by the Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is on the national level, addressing Estonia's immigration limits and broader labor needs, while also referencing international exceptions (the European Union, the United States).
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2024-04-08
Interpellation concerning the promises made regarding teachers' salary increases (No. 580)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The speaker focuses on the issue of regional inequalities, warning against the emergence of a two-tier education system, which contradicts the principle of the comprehensive school. Specific attention is drawn to the impact of the Ida-Virumaa wage subsidy on statistics, as well as the wealthy municipalities surrounding Tallinn (Rae, Viimsi, Saue) who receive gifts from the state (state high schools), which distorts the nationwide picture. The nationwide applicability of the national education standard is emphasized.
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2024-04-08
Interpellation Regarding the Unified Estonian School (No. 544)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The regional focus is on Tallinn and Ida-Virumaa, referencing his personal background ("Tallinn boy") and the minister's background in Ida-Virumaa. He warns that sloppy operations could lead to the loss of Tallinn's demographic composition, as parents move to the surrounding municipalities.
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2024-04-08
Interpellation concerning the incitement of hatred towards families with children (No. 612)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is placed on national issues, such as demographic policy, national defense, and economic development. There is no focus on specific regions.
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2024-03-20
Third Reading of the Draft Act (338 SE) on Amendments to the Estonian Cultural Endowment Act and the Gambling Tax Act

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

It focuses strictly on national and national-cultural themes, particularly the construction of the Estonian Public Broadcasting building and the quality of Estonian-language media. Regional focus is absent.
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2024-03-20
Continuation of the First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (373 OE) "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Improving Teachers' Working Conditions."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is entirely at the national level, addressing state budget allocations and nationwide education policy, such as the salary increase for teachers and the career model. There is no regional or local focus, although the role of local governments in covering certain costs is mentioned.
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2024-03-19
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Improving Teachers' Working Conditions" (373 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

A strong focus on preventing regional educational inequality and maintaining the principle of the comprehensive school system. It emphasizes that qualified teachers and good working conditions must be ensured throughout Estonia, especially in sparsely populated regions, to prevent them from becoming depopulated.
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2024-03-11
Question Regarding the Financing of Cultural Buildings of National Significance (No. 600)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The only regional focus is the mention of the film studio complex project located in Ida-Virumaa, regarding which Speaker 1 expresses concern over its financing and potential state-level duplication, referencing the funding allocated to a local program.
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2024-02-21
Second Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Estonian Cultural Endowment Act and the Gambling Tax Act (338 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is strictly national, addressing national cultural projects and institutions (Estonian Public Broadcasting, the Cultural Endowment of Estonia). There are no references to local or regional interests.
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2024-02-21
Immigration

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is clearly on the national level, addressing the persistence of the Estonian nation and state security in a broader context. International examples of uncontrolled immigration are also cited, and citizens of the aggressor state are referenced, but regional or local issues are not covered.
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2024-02-07
Motor Vehicle Tax

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is national, examining the car tax's impact on nationwide sectors like culture, sport, and education. Regional specificities or local projects are not emphasized, even though the Road Museum is mentioned.
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2024-02-05
Inquiry concerning immigration (No. 588)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is at the national level (the Estonian state, population policy, internal security). Local government elections are mentioned, along with their impact on education policy in regions where Russian and Belarusian citizens vote in greater numbers, citing as an example the resistance to the transition to Estonian-language instruction.
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2024-01-23
Overview of the state of Research and Development and government policy in this field.

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is on national science policy and international cooperation within the framework of the European Union, including the struggle to retain European Commission funding projects. Regionally, emphasis is placed on the need to establish a science cluster with Finland, Latvia, and Lithuania, citing the security situation.
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2024-01-18
Debate on the National Issue of Crucial Importance: "Strong Rural Schools and a Strong School Network"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is strongly regional, emphasizing the essence of Estonia, regional balance, and support for sparsely populated areas. Specifically mentioned are Lihula Gymnasium and the Lääneranna municipality, highlighting their efforts in preserving the gymnasium. A redistribution of funding measures is demanded so that they support true hinterland regions, rather than areas close to cities.
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2024-01-17
Teachers' Salaries

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is entirely at the national level, addressing the salaries of Estonian teachers and government promises. Specific regional or local topics are absent.
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2024-01-17
The Bronze Soldier

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is strictly on national issues (the removal of the Bronze Soldier) and the activities of the Riigikogu. Regional or local issues are not represented.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the unified Estonian school (No. 13)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is strictly national, centering on the creation and implementation of a unified Estonian-language education system throughout Estonia. The speaker warns against maintaining separate language-based schools, arguing that this would lead to the building of "other states, republics, [or] autocracies" inside Estonia.
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2024-01-09
First Reading of the Draft Bill on Amendments to the State Assets Act and the Land Cadastre Act (327 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

A strong regional focus, directed specifically at military and historical sites located within the territory of a specific municipality. This highlights the significance of local-level details in the context of state assets and the land cadastre.
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2024-01-08
Inquiry Regarding the Closure of Rural Schools (No. 406)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

A strong focus on regional policy and the viability of rural life, emphasizing that Estonia must be vibrant everywhere. Specific attention is being paid to the Metsküla school and the salary levels of rural school teachers, highlighting the higher costs associated with rural living (transport, essential goods).
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