By Plenary Sessions: Tõnis Lukas

The main social issue is the sustainability of the education system and teacher well-being, focusing on qualifications and performance evaluation. Specific emphasis is placed on the problem of retaining young teachers and the equal treatment of teachers working in vocational education.

When discussing social issues, the security of the state and its citizens, as well as the negative consequences of mass immigration that reduce the public's sense of safety, are the main priorities. The threat posed by clan societies and international criminal networks is highlighted, especially regarding their placement in Tartu.

The primary social focus is placed on preserving national identity and cultural heritage (the Song and Dance Celebration), emphasizing its educational role among children and young people, and the need to ensure a steady pipeline of new instructors. In the context of the Sports Act, attention is drawn to meeting student safety standards and pedagogical requirements. The necessity of improving accessibility for people with special needs at these celebrations is also mentioned.

The primary social issue is immigration, which is being addressed in the context of solving the labor shortage. The speaker favors a domestic solution (improving the employment of those of retirement age) over increased immigration, citing the government's planning of controlled immigration.

Regarding social issues, emphasis is placed on protecting the civilian population from military threats, stressing that any threat to civilians is too horrific to contemplate. The prevention of civilian casualties is the primary argument for maintaining a strong defense capability.

The most crucial social question revolves around the status of the Estonian language and national identity, stressing the necessity of preventing a situation where Estonians must adapt to other languages within their own country. He/She emphasizes the requirement to teach Estonian to adult immigrants to guarantee their integration into society. Furthermore, securing teachers' salaries and standard of living is another vital social issue.

Social topics addressed include the establishment of educational and childcare institutions, alongside planning for road network capacity. These social services are linked to broader issues of infrastructure and urban sprawl, necessitating a systemic approach.

The primary social issue is the survival and developmental capacity of the Estonian language and culture, necessitating robust language requirements across general education, extracurricular activities, and doctoral studies. The speaker criticizes attitudes driven by an inferiority complex that prioritize English over Estonian, emphasizing that research conducted in Estonian does not equate to a low standard of quality.