By Plenary Sessions: Lauri Läänemets
Total Sessions: 4
Fully Profiled: 4
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The central theme is social justice and livelihood, focusing especially on the plight of lower-income individuals (pensioners, families with children) for whom food costs make up a significant portion of their budget. It is stressed that VAT (Value Added Tax) is a regressive tax that disproportionately burdens those with smaller incomes, and lowering the tax on food is necessary to ensure access to a healthy diet.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
In social issues, the focus is on income inequality and the struggles of low-wage earners (those making 1,000–1,400 euros) to make ends meet, especially since their situation will not improve with the proposed tax changes. It is also highlighted that the tax breaks and benefits granted to the wealthy exceed the combined cost of the culture budget, primary healthcare (family doctor services), and special welfare services.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Regarding social issues, emphasis is placed on the need to support people's ability to manage their daily lives, citing this as a better alternative than granting tax breaks to high-earners. This demonstrates concern over social inequality and people's livelihood.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
In the social sphere, the focus is on educational inequality, highlighting the importance of accessible extracurricular activities and the critical issue of declining school meal quality. Furthermore, the individual addresses internal security and labor immigration matters, expressing concern regarding the influx of low-wage workers and the impact of Swedish prisoners.