By Plenary Sessions: Tõnis Lukas
Total Sessions: 8
Fully Profiled: 8
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is strictly national, centering on nationwide education policy, the career model for teachers, and the allocation of state budget grants to local municipalities. A separate analysis will be conducted regarding the various options available to municipalities when utilizing the differentiation fund.
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
A strong regional focus is placed on Tartu, highlighting concerns over the university town's reputation and security due to the placement of foreign criminals. The insufficient involvement of the Tartu City Government and City Council in the decision-making process is criticized. The speaker promises that Isamaa will initiate a discussion on this topic in the Tartu City Council.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on national traditions and Tallinn infrastructure (the Song Festival Grounds, Kalev Central Stadium), which must be protected through special national spatial planning as a "national sanctuary." Attention is also drawn to the problem of the lack of regional education and instructors/mentors, and the role of local governments in preserving this tradition.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.
The focus is on national strategic issues, such as the pension system and the labor shortage, utilizing international comparison (Denmark) within the context of raising the retirement age.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is heavily centered on national security and the international threat assessment. Emphasis is placed on the threat emanating from Russia, citing threats made by top Russian politicians regarding the bombing of Tallinn or the seizure of Tartu and Narva. A strategic comparison is drawn with Finland, given their extensive border with Russia.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The focus is primarily on national policy issues (the Language Act, education strategy). Regionally, the example of Tallinn is cited, where it is difficult to obtain taxi service in Estonian, pointing to issues within the capital's service sector.
2025-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session
The regional focus is directed toward inter-municipal coordination and the impact of urban sprawl, which affects both major cities and their surrounding areas. It is stressed that Estonia's small size should facilitate systematic and balanced development.
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
A strong regional focus, highlighting the impact of education reforms on counties and local communities. Specifically cited were Ida-Virumaa (Estonian-language instruction, Lüganuse), Saaremaa (Orissaare), and Hiiumaa, expressing concern over regional policy challenges and the outflow of residents. The takeover of historical gymnasiums in Tallinn and Tartu was also addressed.