By Plenary Sessions: Mart Maastik
Total Sessions: 7
Fully Profiled: 7
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The primary opposition is aimed at the ruling coalition, particularly the largest party and the Social Democrats (Socs). The criticism is policy-based (taxes, subsidies) and procedural, accusing the governing parties of avoiding responsibility and being controlled by their smaller partners. The attacks are intense and cast doubt on the government's independence.
2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
The opposition is primarily directed at the excessive bureaucracy stemming from the European Union's "vast machinery." Furthermore, the critic takes issue with the government's/minister's claims regarding the cost-effectiveness and logistics of waste management, deeming the proposed solutions unrealistic and unfeasible. The criticism is aimed at political inefficiency, not at specific individuals.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The primary targets are the coalition parties (SDE, Reformierakond, Eesti 200), who face accusations of hypocrisy, particularly concerning the removal of social benefits and the introduction of new taxes. The criticism is intense and policy-based, alleging that they have increased the state's administrative costs and driven the economy toward a crash. Any compromise on the government's proposed budget and green policies is ruled out, with a proposal being made to reject the draft legislation entirely.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.
The confrontation is directed at the government (the prime minister), criticizing the ambiguous legal and financial consequences of the international agreement. The criticism is policy-driven, demanding a precise definition of who bears the responsibility and costs should the prisoner commit a new crime in Estonia.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
No direct confrontation with political parties or individuals is expressed; criticism is instead aimed at the shortcomings of the existing legal framework and the uncontrolled activities of rental companies, which are disrupting pedestrians. The speaker acknowledges the existence of a free market economy but stresses the need for regulation to prevent chaos.
2025-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session
The criticism is aimed at the policies of the minister and the government, which are deemed unclear, underfunded, and economically unsound (e.g., the segregated waste collection project). The opposition is based on policy and procedure, focusing on inefficiency and the economic unjustifiability of the mandatory clauses.
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The primary conflict is with the government, which is facing criticism over the supplementary budget's poor fiscal management and the lack of clarity regarding proposed savings. The criticism is policy- and performance-based, demanding an explanation from the government as to why labor costs are actually increasing.