By Plenary Sessions: Mart Maastik
Total Sessions: 8
Fully Profiled: 8
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The political position is strongly opposed to the government's fiscal policy, particularly regarding the requirement for local municipalities to raise property taxes due to shortfalls in their revenue base. It demands a clear strategic direction in the energy sector, criticizing the current vague and resource-intensive approach of simultaneously developing multiple paths. The political position is framed as right-wing, emphasizing Isamaa's place on the right wing.
2024-05-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing
The political stance is strongly oppositional, focusing on the government's procedural dishonesty in delaying unpopular decisions (the car tax, the negative supplementary budget) because of the European Parliament elections. Furthermore, the right of landowners to fair compensation for nature conservation restrictions is emphasized, placing the protection of property rights at the forefront. Criticism is also directed at the government’s actions and its value-based conduct (hypocrisy).
2024-05-28
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The political position is strongly opposed to the government's energy policy, which is characterized as panicked and lacking priorities (the "Brown Movement"). The primary focus is opposing the fast-tracked approval of the environmental impact assessment for offshore wind farms, as this threatens quality standards and creates unfair competition for onshore wind farm developers. A clear objective has been lost regarding how to ensure Estonia's necessary electricity production at the best price while minimizing environmental damage. The political platform is results-oriented, highlighting the government's failures (Eesti Energia losses, the shutdown of the Auvere plant).
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The political position is one of strong opposition to the government's plan to accelerate the construction of offshore wind farms, especially near Saaremaa, arguing that the project is too expensive, environmentally harmful, and procedurally deficient. The speaker sharply criticizes the draft legislation, which consolidates permitting processes under the pretense of speeding up environmental impact assessments, arguing that this is a case of the ends justifying the means. The focus of the critique is on the policy itself (specifically its environmental and economic impact), emphasizing that the environment is being forgotten under the banner of fighting for the "climate."
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing
The speaker strongly opposes the government's handling of the transition of the Land Board's information system, highlighting bureaucratic failure and its negative impact on the economy. The primary focus is on the state's poor performance, which is deepening the economic downturn by halting activities that should be providing relief. The stance is heavily results-oriented, demanding accountability for the resulting chaos.
2024-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The most striking theme is the support for the revocation of voting rights, which is framed as a necessary step to overcome the burden of 700 years of servitude and become masters in their own land. This position is strongly value-based, focusing on national self-determination and security. The political framework is motivated more by historical context and values than it is purely policy-driven.
2024-05-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The political focus is heavily centered on Estonian security and Russia's influence, particularly concerning the voting rights of Russian citizens in local elections. The speaker sharply criticizes the Social Democrats, accusing them of sacrificing security for political gain (namely, securing votes). There is also a demand for an evidence-based approach regarding alleged attacks ordered by Russian special services, thereby casting doubt on the minister's narrative. This political stance is value-based, stressing the prioritization of security.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.
The political stance is strongly focused on regulating the banking sector to prevent the windfall profits generated by the rise in Euribor, and to protect the public from losing their property. It also opposes the growth of European Union bureaucracy and the additional burdens placed on businesses, directly criticizing the so-called "whistleblower law." Its framework is primarily policy-driven, concentrating on economic justice and the sensibility of state regulation.