By Plenary Sessions: Tõnis Lukas
Total Sessions: 81
Fully Profiled: 81
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
The speaker is active during information sessions, posing questions to the Prime Minister after the Minister of Education failed to provide an answer. He/She conducts independent background research, checking official protocols concluded between the government and the association of local authorities, which indicates thorough preparation.
2025-09-17
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, press briefing.
The speaker is active in the legislative process, initiating a draft amendment to the Language Act themselves in response to government delays. This pattern demonstrates continuous monitoring and reminders concerning previous promises and deadlines (mid-June, early June). The action is aimed at forcing a debate in the Riigikogu.
2025-09-16
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
There is too little data.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
Highly active during Riigikogu sessions, regularly submitting draft legislation, draft resolutions, and interpellations on behalf of the parliamentary group. This pattern of activity demonstrates continuous monitoring of and pressure on the government's actions concerning education and language matters. Their procedural engagement in shaping the parliamentary agenda is also significant.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker actively participated in the plenary session, posing repeated questions to the minister regarding the details of the draft legislation, and subsequently delivering a comprehensive presentation that addressed several law-related topics.
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker is actively participating in the plenary session, requesting additional time and presenting a comprehensive critique of the government's activities. He refers to previous requests, which lasted several days, for reports from security agencies concerning the Tartu prison issue. He also promises to initiate a discussion in the Tartu City Council through the Isamaa faction.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker actively participates in plenary sessions, presenting and defending major pieces of legislation, serving both as a representative of the parliamentary group and as the substantive explainer of the drafts. His/Her speeches are long and highly detailed, which points to a role as the lead facilitator in the processing of the bills or as the rapporteur.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.
There is not enough data.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speech was delivered at the plenary session, but it is essentially a recitation of the 2004 speech. Information is lacking regarding the speaker's current frequency or other activity patterns.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The speaker actively carries out parliamentary oversight, submitting questions during the Q&A session and referencing previous questions and government promises (e.g., the answers provided on May 15). They are involved in legislative activity, mentioning the amendments proposed by Isamaa. This pattern demonstrates consistently holding the government accountable on crucial social and language policy issues.
2025-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The speaker was highly active during the Riigikogu plenary session (June 2, 2025), repeatedly posing detailed questions to the minister and engaging in a prolonged debate focused on education and language policy. This pattern of activity is directed toward the critical scrutiny of the ministry’s operations and demanding accountability and answers.
2025-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Insufficient data
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker has been active in plenary sessions on two consecutive days, posing questions to both the minister and the rapporteur of the draft legislation. This pattern of activity also encompasses prior institutional engagement, such as sending a letter to the Ministry of Climate on behalf of the support group.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The activity is demonstrated by the submission of questions during the information session and by previous active political pressure regarding the immigration quota, including questioning the Prime Minister. This indicates consistent engagement in raising issues related to population policy.
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker is actively participating in the plenary session, engaging in a debate with the Minister and repeatedly advancing arguments on the subject of regional policy and amendments to the electoral system. He requested an extension of his speaking time by three minutes, which suggests a desire to present his points thoroughly and with a philosophical depth.
2025-04-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker is active in the plenary sessions of the Riigikogu, focusing on cultural topics and legislation. Previous long-term activities are mentioned, such as the initiation of the Year of the Book in 2021. Reference is also made to recent events, including the start of Heritage Protection Month.
2025-04-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
There is too little data.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The speaker participated in the Riigikogu information session and mentioned their participation in an important conference (the Estonia extension project), which demonstrates active involvement both in legislative work and in public events.
2025-03-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session
The speaker is actively participating in the debate on this draft bill, referencing a previous introduction (made "last time"), which demonstrates consistent involvement in addressing this topic during the plenary session.
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker is highly active during the plenary session, posing questions to both the Prime Minister and a Minister on the same day. They note that the topic of education reform has already been addressed twice in the Riigikogu chamber, pointing to consistent monitoring of issues and repeated participation. The speaker is prepared to go over the allotted time with their questions, acknowledging this as an "awkward moment."
2025-03-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker participated in the Culture Committee's work the previous day, where research and development issues were discussed. The current course of action involves questioning the Prime Minister at the plenary session, focusing on strategic and workforce topics.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The course of action involves active participation in plenary sessions during the discussion of bills, along with references to work carried out within the Culture Committee. Participation in inter-ministerial negotiations and the conclusion of agreements (e.g., with the MKM) is also noted.
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
The speaker actively participates in the Riigikogu information hour, posing pointed questions and follow-ups to the Minister of Defence. This indicates routine and consistent involvement in parliamentary oversight processes, with a focus on critical national defense issues.
2025-02-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The data pertains only to active participation in the plenary session, during which several questions and rejoinders were directed to the Minister of Education and Research. The speaker closely monitors the ministry's activities and reforms, responding promptly to published notices (for example, the announcement regarding school mergers).
2025-02-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The data indicates participation in a plenary session of the Riigikogu, during which a question was directed to a member of the government (the Minister of Foreign Affairs). This pattern of activity suggests active involvement in security and foreign policy debates.
2025-01-28
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2025-01-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
Data is available only for one question from a plenary session, in which a speaker poses a detailed and strategic question to the presenter.
2025-01-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2024-12-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing
The participant actively takes part in the Riigikogu's information session, utilizing this format to critically assess the government's actions and to highlight shortcomings in inter-ministerial coordination. It is noted that this was a rare occurrence where the Minister of Culture responded first and the questioner was given the opportunity to pose the first question.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker is actively participating in the plenary session debate on the draft law, where they are presenting the faction's proposed amendments. They cited direct communication with sector stakeholders, noting that the concerns and feedback raised by parents and educators were taken into account when formulating their proposals.
2024-12-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth session, press briefing.
Not enough data
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speech was delivered during the plenary session, specifically during the debate on the draft law. The speaker refers to long-running discussions within the Culture Committee ("for months and months already"), which indicates his/her regular participation in the committee's work. There is no data available regarding his/her overall frequency of appearances or travel.
2024-11-20
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.
The speaker is actively participating in the Riigikogu information session with the Prime Minister, utilizing this platform to underscore the consistent stance of their party (Isamaa). Reference is also made to previous political actions, such as setting a specific condition during the formation of the local government coalition agreement in Tallinn.
2024-11-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session
There is too little data.
2024-11-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The activity profile indicates participation in plenary sessions through the submission of questions, as well as regular work on the Culture Committee, where topics have been repeatedly discussed.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.
The speaker is actively participating in the plenary session during the second reading of the budget, repeatedly introducing and defending their amendments. Their pattern of activity encompasses both substantive criticism of the budget and procedural requests for the proposals to be brought to a vote.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The speeches were given during the information hour, which indicates regular participation in the parliament's oversight mechanisms. Reference is made to recent events, such as the statements by local government leaders published through the media last week.
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The data shows three interventions during one plenary session in November 2024. All interventions are in the form of questions addressed to the rapporteur.
2024-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The data is confined to two consecutive statements made during the plenary session, which included a critical analysis and a question directed at the presenter.
2024-11-06
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing
Data is scarce.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The speaker was active during the plenary session, posing questions both to the Prime Minister and to the rapporteur/minister. He/She cited public news reports as the source of his/her information, indicating regular media monitoring regarding the government's plans. All three interventions took place on the same day of the session, focusing primarily on monitoring and criticizing government policy.
2024-11-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker is active during the plenary session, participating in debates concerning regional policy, education, and sports legislation, and addressing questions to several ministers. He/She also referenced previous activities, such as questioning the Prime Minister "a couple of weeks ago" and serving in the previous government.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The speaker is actively participating in the Riigikogu Q&A session, drawing attention to the procedural efficiency of submitting questions (specifically, a question directed at the Prime Minister). They refer to the PM's foreign delegation last week and the previous active participation of other ministers, such as Jürgen Ligi, at the podium.
2024-10-21
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker is active during the plenary session, posing questions to the Minister of the Interior concerning both security policy and issues of historical heritage. He referenced information circulating in the press (the leasing out of a prison) and demanded explanations and concrete actions (the return of the monument) from the government. To address the historical topic, he requested an additional three minutes of speaking time, which highlights the importance of the subject to him.
2024-10-15
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2024-10-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The data indicates participation in the plenary session specifically as the person posing a question. Data regarding the frequency or regularity of other appearances is absent.
2024-10-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
Information is scarce, apart from participation in the Riigikogu information session, where repeated and probing questions are posed regarding the government's migration policy.
2024-10-08
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
According to the data, this is a question posed to the minister during a plenary session, which indicates active participation in Riigikogu debates when criticizing government policy.
2024-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
There is too little data.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
Insufficient data
2024-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The representative is active during plenary sessions, posing questions to the Prime Minister and the Minister, and participating in the debate on the interpellation. The submission of an interpellation in early April is highlighted, which points to the long-term tracking of the issue and consistent oversight of the government's activities.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
The speaker is actively participating in the extraordinary session's questioning and evaluation of the ministerial candidate, providing both introductory questions and a final summary. Their approach involves thorough preparation, relying on the candidate’s previous interviews and political letters of recommendation. They requested three additional minutes for their speaking time, indicating a desire to fully elaborate on their views.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker is active during the extraordinary session, delivering consecutive statements and requesting additional time, which indicates intensive participation in the vehicle tax debate.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The scope of activities was limited to active participation in the extraordinary session of the Riigikogu, where the speaker posed repeated and substantive questions to the prime ministerial candidate.
2024-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing
The speaker actively participates in Parliament's information session, posing detailed and prepared questions regarding both national defense and education policy. This pattern demonstrates continuous and rigorous scrutiny of the government's actions, focusing on the actual implementation of major plans.
2024-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The speaker notes the Riigikogu's (Estonian Parliament's) recent, unprecedentedly high activity in adopting foreign policy statements, which is primarily related to Russia's aggression in Ukraine. Specific personal frequencies of appearances or routines are not described, but he/she actively participates in the discussions regarding foreign policy statements.
2024-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The modes of operation are tied to legislative work, involving the presentation and defense of Isamaa's bills in the Riigikogu plenary session and the Culture Committee. The speaker refers to active participation in debates and previous work as a minister, stressing that the necessary changes were prepared years ago.
2024-05-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
Data is scarce.
2024-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2024-05-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2024-04-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
He/She takes the floor at the plenary session to pose a question to the Governor of the Bank of Estonia. Insufficient data for the assessment of frequency or rhythm.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The patterns of activity are limited to the presentation and defense of the specific draft resolution (285 OE) at the plenary session of the Riigikogu. The speaker refers to previous work on the draft, which was under proceedings for 20 weeks, as well as the participation of other Riigikogu members in the processes of supporting schools.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
This is a question raised during the Riigikogu (Parliament) information session, which indicates active participation in the sittings. It is mentioned that the topic was also discussed the previous day, demonstrating continuous engagement with population and labor force issues. The speaker refers to the minister's recent visit to the electronics industry in Kuressaare.
2024-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2024-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
He/She refers to earlier work as Minister of Education, during which time regular meetings were established with the Association of Large Families. The text mentions the submission of interpellations (September 2023) and draft legislation presented by Isamaa in the Riigikogu. This record demonstrates active participation in parliamentary work, focusing on holding the government accountable.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker is an active initiator of legislation (specifically, the draft resolution of the Isamaa faction) and actively participates in plenary debates. They refer to a recent discussion with a colleague ("yesterday's debate") and are aware of the work and consensus reached by the committees (the Culture Committee). The pattern of activity includes both submitting political initiatives and detailed involvement in the discussion of draft legislation.
2024-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The pattern of action involves submitting draft resolutions for Riigikogu decisions to compel the government to take specific steps and set deadlines regarding education policy. It is noted that Isamaa submitted a similar draft resolution concerning the school network 17 weeks ago, demonstrating consistent initiative on educational issues.
2024-03-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
Active participation in the plenary session is demonstrated by appearing both as a questioner and as the presenter or explainer of a draft bill. This pattern of activity encompasses a detailed discussion of the legislation and references to committee work, including previous deliberations within the Culture Committee.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
There is too little data.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The addresses were delivered during the Riigikogu session's Question Time, which indicates active participation in the parliamentary oversight process through the submission of questions to ministers. Data regarding other activity patterns or frequency is unavailable.
2024-02-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
Not enough data
2024-02-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The speaker actively participates in the plenary sessions of the Riigikogu, submitting interpellations to the government concerning recent political decisions, such as the inquiry presented in December. This indicates regular and timely opposition activity in scrutinizing government policy.
2024-01-23
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Actively participates in the plenary session, posing questions to the Prime Minister and delivering a lengthy, substantive speech on science policy. Requests additional time for the comprehensive presentation of their views, indicating a desire to submit a detailed and well-argued analysis.
2024-01-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The course of action is confined to participation in the plenary session debate, during which both questions are posed to the minister and a more extensive party-political statement regarding the educational network is delivered. The speaker utilizes this platform to issue specific calls to the government and demand accountability.
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The speaker was active during the Riigikogu's information hour, posing pointed questions to the Prime Minister and seizing the opportunity to correct political falsehoods directly on the floor of the chamber. All these appearances occurred on a single session day, with a central focus on government accountability.
2024-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
There is not enough data.
2024-01-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2024-01-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The speaker notes their participation in the Jõhvi school network conference and is actively monitoring the political activity surrounding the Metsküla school. They also mention that Isamaa submitted a draft resolution to the Riigikogu on the very same day, indicating a rapid response to current events. This pattern of action is clearly linked to reacting to crises and proposing solutions.