By Months: Tõnis Lukas
Total Months: 8
Fully Profiled: 8
10.2025
1 Speeches
The speaker stresses the importance of negotiations (protocols) between the government and the association of local authorities, but notes that cooperation on the issue of teachers' salaries remains unresolved and without agreement. He demands transparency from the government and satisfactory outcomes from the negotiation results.
09.2025
10 Speeches
The possibility of cooperation is mentioned internally within the party (Isamaa), which is initiating its own draft amendment to the Language Act. No openness to compromise with the government is expressed, as the decision to proceed with independent legislative action was made due to the government's inaction.
06.2025
47 Speeches
The speaker recognizes the cooperation involved in refining draft legislation (e.g., Margit Sutrop’s role concerning the Research Organization Act) and stresses the necessity of reaching agreements (e.g., with local governments during the state takeover of gymnasiums). Regarding the Song and Dance Celebration Act, he/she emphasizes learning from the experiences of the Baltic states and ensuring the involvement of relevant organizations.
05.2025
11 Speeches
The speaker primarily operates in opposition but expresses satisfaction that the government has begun taking seriously the population policy issues raised by Isamaa. They also voice support for Eesti 200 as they defend their positions against the Reform Party’s local election plan, signaling a willingness for tactical cooperation to achieve specific objectives.
04.2025
4 Speeches
Works closely with the Isamaa parliamentary group, initiating draft legislation and interpellations on the faction's behalf. Emphasizes the need to strengthen cooperation between the state and private initiative (the association movement, patrons) in supporting culture, mentioning the coordination of the Song and Dance Celebration Act with the organizations responsible for its implementation.
03.2025
20 Speeches
He/She acts as the faction's spokesperson, initiating a bill on behalf of Isamaa and expressing hope for support from Riigikogu colleagues regarding the legislation of cultural heritage. In debates, the style adopted towards the government is rather confrontational, but he/she acknowledges the evolution of the minister's responses and the gradual inclusion of new nuances over time.
02.2025
16 Speeches
The speaker acknowledges the broad consensus on security, Ukraine policy, and electoral rights issues, noting that these enjoy 80% support. During the debate on the education agreement, he confirms Isamaa’s readiness, on behalf of the party, for reasoned cooperation with all political parties. He stresses the necessity of involving experts and communities in the decision-making process, while criticizing the ministry’s closed-door approach.
01.2025
5 Speeches
Collaboration is evident with colleagues from the faction or those sharing similar views (Seedri, Karilaiu, Maastik, Solman), on whose behalf a joint query was presented to the Minister of Education. There is a lack of data concerning openness to compromise or cross-party cooperation; communication remains primarily oppositional.