By Plenary Sessions: Tõnis Lukas
Total Sessions: 4
Fully Profiled: 4
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The main social theme is the support of the cultural sector and education, emphasizing adequate funding for creative salaries and the creative work performed by academic staff. The national cultural significance of constructing the ERR building is also highlighted.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
Immigration dominates social issues, being treated as a threat to security and the survival of the nation. The speaker demands strict adherence to language requirements and opposes granting voting rights after only a short period of residence, especially to citizens of the aggressor state. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of making non-Estonians respect Estonian culture.
2024-02-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The social focus is centered on preserving cultural heritage (classic/vintage items), supporting sports activities (including fostering young people's corresponding interest in sports), and protecting vocational education (automotive trades) from new tax burdens. Education is viewed as a field closely linked to culture.
2024-02-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
Regarding social issues, the focus is on population policy and the negative impacts of immigration on culture and education, specifically highlighting the difficulties in ensuring instruction in Estonian. The necessity of restricting immigration to ensure security and integration is stressed, and concern is voiced over the rise of extremism, exemplified by the Muslim Brotherhood’s interest in intervening. Another important topic is granting voting rights to immigrants in local elections.