Agenda Profile: Eero Merilind
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Cybersecurity Act and Other Acts (Transposition of the Cybersecurity 2 Directive) (Bill 739 SE)
2025-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Political Position
The political focus is currently directed towards the practical aspects of implementing the Cybersecurity Act within the healthcare sector. The speaker questions the current frequency of information security audits (every 2–3 years), highlighting how time- and resource-intensive this process is. The overall stance is moderately critical and centered on improving the effectiveness of the policy.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the auditing of information security standards and the deadlines established for healthcare institutions (hospitals, health centers). The technical term "information security standard auditing" is employed, and specific periods (two and three years) are referenced. The reference to previous discussions with the minister confirms a thorough grasp of the subject matter details.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, direct, and question-oriented, addressing the minister directly. The tone is measured and pragmatic, focusing on a logical argument (resource intensity) as the justification for changing the policy. Emotional or personal appeals are absent.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is active in the legislative process, participating in the first reading of the draft bill. The quote, "We have discussed this with you before as well," points to a consistent communication pattern with the minister and the repeated raising of the topic.
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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is open and constructive, approaching the Minister with the question, ("Would it be sensible to extend this period?"). The reference to a previous discussion shows a willingness to jointly resolve the details of the policy and reach a compromise.
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Regional Focus
The focus is national, addressing the nationwide regulation of healthcare institutions (hospitals and health centers).
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives center on the issues of regulatory burden and resource efficiency. The speaker stresses that the current frequency of auditing is overly time- and resource-intensive, pointing to the necessity of reducing the administrative burden.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the implementation details of the Cyber Security Act (739 SE). The speaker proposes extending the auditing period for the information security standard, thereby acting as the initiator for clarifying the law.
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