By Plenary Sessions: Mart Maastik

The speaker positions himself as a supporter of the Isamaa party, stressing that the party is "in the right hands." The political focus is centered on opposing the government’s tax hikes and calling for calm. The political situation is satirically depicted as a "gabfest" that requires both reason and discipline. The stance is vehemently opposed to the government’s fiscal policy, demanding tax stability.

The political position involves strong opposition to fast-tracking the construction of offshore wind farms, which are deemed chaotic, overly expensive, and unnecessary, given that onshore parks already cover current consumption needs. The speaker stresses that climate goals are being achieved at the expense of the environment and economic prudence, invoking the principle that "the end justifies the means." Consequently, a motion is put forward to reject the draft bill.

The political position is strongly opposed to the government's creation of new administrative posts related to dividing Estonia into special zones and hiring special representatives. The criticism is aimed at highlighting the contradiction between the government's actions and its austerity rhetoric, thereby calling into question the prudence of the expenditures. The stance is strongly performance-based and fiscally critical.

The political position centers on strong opposition to the growth of bureaucracy, especially concerning sustainability reports, and robust support for reducing the burden on small businesses. The speaker is demanding that audit thresholds be raised by 50% to save businesses money and provide them support during these difficult times. The proposal to vote against the draft law is based on principle, as the government is ignoring the wishes of businesses and tying sensible proposals to absurd levels of bureaucracy.

The political platform is strongly focused on transparency and accountability in governance, criticizing both the classification of ministers' representation costs and the compensation system for members of the Riigikogu (Parliament). There is an emphasis that the state should be led by competent individuals, coupled with sharp criticism of the current economic policy that has driven the economy into recession. The speaker stresses the critical importance of high-quality decision-making in the areas of economics and energy policy.

The political stance is strongly pro-business, emphasizing the necessity of reducing bureaucracy and costs for small enterprises, particularly given the inadequate increase in audit thresholds. The speaker is presenting the position of the Isamaa Party, criticizing the government's policy and proposing that the second reading of Bill 516 be suspended.

The speaker is fiercely critical of the government’s economic and tax policies, stressing that they impede investment and competitiveness. This political position is results-oriented, connecting these economic failures directly to the inability to fund crucial social sectors (education, public transport, teachers' salaries). He/She emphasizes that the current policies will lead to the ultimate demise of entrepreneurship.

The political platform places a strong emphasis on improving the quality of lawmaking, highlighting the necessity of avoiding loopholes that could result in the unfair forfeiture of private property (such as vehicle impoundment). A second major focus is internal parliamentary reform, demanding strict performance metrics, competency assessments, and disciplinary sanctions for absences for members of parliament. The speaker’s approach is strongly results-oriented and critical of both the substance of the laws and the work ethic within the parliament.

The political position is strongly value-based and critical of the government's priorities, emphasizing the importance of social benefits (for single mothers and large families) and attributing the increase in these benefits to the Isamaa Party. The speaker questions the proportionality of funding LGBT associations compared to the issue of health insurance for stay-at-home mothers. In foreign policy, the necessity of upholding international law, rather than personal preferences, is stressed.

The political stance is sharply critical of the government, focusing specifically on failures in national defense and energy policy. The speaker opposes the construction of offshore wind farms, arguing that they pose a threat to security and surveillance capabilities. Furthermore, the speaker questions the government's priorities and its communication with the leadership of the Defense Forces. The criticism targets the government's overall actions and effectiveness, demanding that the focus be shifted back to crucial national interests.

The political focus is heavily centered on ensuring child safety and preventing the employment of pedophiles in institutions that work with children. This stance expresses concern regarding gaps in data availability (specifically, registers versus archives), which impede employers from fulfilling their duty of verification. The problem of missing data is framed as a values-based and policy issue that requires immediate resolution.

The political stance is strongly opposed to the government's energy policy, specifically targeting offshore wind farm projects as threats to economic competitiveness and taxpayers. The criticism highlights the contradiction between the government's actions and its rhetoric, particularly concerning the outrageously high final cost. The speaker rejects the narrative that the economic recession is solely attributable to the war in Ukraine and the resulting gas supply disruptions. The political framework is primarily performance-driven, emphasizing the government's failure to stimulate the economy.