By Months: Tõnis Lukas
Total Months: 19
Fully Profiled: 19
10.2025
1 Speeches
The activity pattern indicates participation in parliamentary sessions in October 2025, during which pointed questions will be raised concerning the government's budgetary and education policies. The speaker has also previously approached the Minister of Education, suggesting consistent follow-up on the issue.
09.2025
10 Speeches
The speaker was active in the parliamentary debates on September 16th and 17th, repeatedly submitting questions and statements regarding language issues. This pattern of activity indicates a swift reaction to the government's delays, which is being countered by the initiation of their own draft law.
06.2025
47 Speeches
The speaker was extremely active in the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) in June 2025, participating in multiple sittings and repeatedly posing questions to the Ministers of Education and Social Affairs, as well as the Prime Minister. They spoke both on behalf of the faction (Isamaa) and as the rapporteur for the draft bill (the Song and Dance Festival Act). The pattern of activity is consistent, focusing on demanding specific details and verifying the government's promises.
05.2025
11 Speeches
The speaker was active on four separate days (May 5, 7, 14, and 15), participating in Riigikogu sessions and submitting inquiries to ministers regarding regional, labor, and education issues. This pattern of activity suggests regular and consistent involvement in parliamentary debates, primarily focusing on criticizing the government's actions.
04.2025
4 Speeches
The speaker was active in April 2025, delivering three speeches within a 10-day period on economic, cultural, and educational topics. His pattern of activity includes utilizing parliamentary tools, submitting a formal interpellation to the Minister of Education on behalf of the Isamaa faction. He also referenced previous work, having initiated the Year of the Book in 2021.
03.2025
20 Speeches
The speaker was highly active in March, appearing at several Riigikogu sessions (March 11, 17, 18, 26) both as a questioner and as the initiator of a draft bill. They participated in question times with both the Prime Minister and the ministers, and are actively engaged in legislative work and oversight. They also mention participating in a conference (at the Estonia annex), which demonstrates activity outside the Riigikogu chamber as well.
02.2025
16 Speeches
The speaker is highly active in the Riigikogu (Parliament), making interventions before various ministers over several days. The schedule of these appearances was particularly intense on February 17th, focusing heavily on education issues and including multiple clarifying questions. This individual participates in debates concerning security, education, and science funding.
01.2025
5 Speeches
The speaker was active in January, appearing in parliament on four separate days (January 14, 20, 21, 28). This pattern of activity included submitting a formal interpellation and posing several questions to ministers and rapporteurs, focusing on the critical oversight of government policies.
12.2024
10 Speeches
The speaker was active in December 2024, appearing at Riigikogu (Parliament) sessions on three separate dates (December 4, 11, and 18). They participated in debates on draft legislation and also posed questions during the information hour to several ministers: the Ministers of Education, Justice and Digital Affairs, and Culture.
11.2024
26 Speeches
The representative is highly active in the Riigikogu, frequently participating in debates and addressing questions to the Prime Minister and ministers on nearly every session day observed. They are actively involved in the legislative process, submitting amendments to the state budget and initiating draft legislation via the Culture Committee.
10.2024
12 Speeches
The speaker was very active in the Riigikogu during October, speaking on multiple days (Oct 8–23) and submitting inquiries to several ministers and the Prime Minister. He/She also pointed to the opposition's practice of submitting uncoordinated questions, which brought the Prime Minister to the front of the speaker's rostrum.
09.2024
9 Speeches
The speaker is active in Riigikogu sessions, taking the floor on multiple days (September 9, 11, and 17) and submitting inquiries and questions to both ministers and the Chancellor of Justice. This pattern of activity includes political debate on topics concerning the Ministries of Education and Defence, as well as the presentation of committee work.
07.2024
13 Speeches
The speaker actively participated in the Riigikogu sittings in July 2024, appearing at the hearings for both the prime ministerial candidate and the ministerial candidate, as well as the debate on the motor vehicle tax bill. This demonstrates active involvement in crucial legislative processes and political debates.
06.2024
5 Speeches
The speaker was active in the Riigikogu for two consecutive days, participating in both foreign policy debates and the question time for ministers. He/She pointed to the unprecedented frequency with which the Riigikogu has adopted foreign policy statements over the last year, which demonstrates intense activity regarding international issues.
05.2024
23 Speeches
The speaker was highly active during the Riigikogu sessions in May 2024, delivering speeches on several consecutive days (May 2nd, 7th, and 14th) and addressing a wide range of topics. Their pattern of activity shows a clear focus on legislative initiatives and criticism of the government, especially regarding language and budgetary policies.
04.2024
23 Speeches
The speaker is highly active in the Riigikogu, having delivered several long and detailed speeches at the beginning of April focusing on interpellations and the presentation of draft resolutions. The patterns of activity indicate a focus on legislative and oversight work, including references to recent meetings with the association of large families and visits to school communities. He/She submits interpellations to the Minister of Education and Research and the Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology.
03.2024
19 Speeches
The speaker is active in the Riigikogu plenary sessions, presenting and defending draft legislation initiated by the Isamaa faction (such as the draft resolution on improving teachers' working conditions and the draft bill amending the Language Act). They also participate in discussions on draft laws within the cultural sector, drawing on their experience in the Culture Committee.
02.2024
13 Speeches
The speaker was highly active in the Riigikogu during February, making appearances on several days (05.02, 06.02, 07.02, 21.02) by submitting interpellations and draft resolutions. This pattern of activity indicates an effort to pressure the government and monitor the fulfillment of its promises, particularly in the fields of education and demographic policy.
01.2024
17 Speeches
The speaker is active in the Riigikogu, appearing on several days (January 8, 9, 15, 17, 18, 23) with both interpellations and political statements. The pattern of activity indicates a focus on urgent crises (the teachers' strike) and long-term strategic topics (education, science). He/She also mentions participating in the school network conference held in Jõhvi.