Agenda Profile: Irja Lutsar
2025 Report by the Minister of Social Affairs on the Implementation of the National Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Political Position
The speaker highlights a socio-political issue concerning screen time for children under the age of five and its developmental impact. They strongly support the view that restricting or banning the use of smart devices at certain ages is necessary, citing medical research. This stance is clearly policy- and value-driven, demanding concrete action from the Ministry of Social Affairs.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the field of child development and health, referencing a specific study published in Kliinikumi Leht, and the names of professors (Tulvisted). He/She uses specific terminology, emphasizing the delay in the development of grammar, language, and speech due to excessive screen time. Furthermore, he/she refers to an official letter sent by pediatricians, which indicates a profound understanding of the subject.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and inquiry-driven, presented to the Minister in the context of a report. The speaker relies on logical arguments and references medical research and the recommendations of experts (pediatricians) to emphasize the seriousness of the topic. The tone is probing and demands a clear stance on whether the regulation should be established or not.
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Activity Patterns
The pattern of activity is limited to posing a single question during the Social Minister's report, following a previous question, which indicates active participation in parliamentary debates.
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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
The speaker demonstrates a willingness to cooperate by following up on a colleague's (Madis Kallas) question, suggesting a shared agenda. Furthermore, he relies on the concerns voiced by pediatricians and the letter they initiated, which indicates a readiness to collaborate with the expert community.
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Regional Focus
The focus is at the national level, addressing the responsibility of the Ministry of Social Affairs and potential nationwide regulation concerning children's health issues.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The primary social issue is the protection of children's well-being and development from the excessive use of smart devices, especially concerning those under the age of five. The speaker strongly supports state intervention and regulation to ensure children's speech and language development.
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Legislative Focus
Legislative attention is focused on regulating the use of smart devices among children, with the specific aim of prohibiting their use below a certain age. The speaker, acting as the initiator of the debate, is attempting to prompt the Ministry of Social Affairs to adopt a corresponding political or legislative decision.
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