By Agendas: Andres Metsoja

Total Agendas: 110

Fully Profiled: 110

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2025-10-14
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Public Transport Act (725 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The regional focus is clearly prominent, emphasizing the need for the funds contributed by regions as co-financing to "genuinely stay within that region." This highlights concern over the preservation of local financial autonomy and resources, contrasting with centralized redistribution.
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2025-10-08
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Planning Act and Other Related Acts (683 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The focus is on national legislative frameworks and their associated procedures (such as the Planning Act and EIA). There are no references to specific regions, local projects, or regional interests.
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2025-10-08
First Reading of the Bill (663 SE) on the Accession to the Convention Establishing the International Organization for Navigational Aids

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

There is a strong regional focus on Lake Peipus, where the recent incident involving the theft of boundary markers is being linked to the discussion surrounding the international navigation convention. Security issues in the border region are being highlighted.
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2025-10-08
First reading of the Draft Decision of the Riigikogu (658 OE) "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Develop a Plan for Increasing Competition in the Mobile Communications Market and Accelerating Number Portability"

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The focus is heavily on regional inequality, highlighting that coverage is inadequate in sparsely populated areas, and residents are forced to accept poor service or limited options. Solutions are directed toward improving infrastructure in rural regions, for instance, by extending broadband connectivity to households or through wind farms.
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2025-10-08
2025 Report by the Minister of Social Affairs on the Implementation of the National Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The regional focus is aimed at local communities and small villages, tracking children's opportunities for physical activity and their participation in sports events. It is stressed that movement and exercise in these locations are often free of charge.
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2025-10-07
First Reading of the 2026 State Budget Bill (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The speaker places a strong emphasis on regional equity and local government revenues, demanding that national investments (such as renewable energy parks) deliver a competitive advantage and a financial return specifically to the areas where they are situated. Furthermore, the underfunding of secondary and feeder roads is specifically highlighted as a critical issue affecting the quality of local life.
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2025-09-25
Debate on the key national issue "The impact of price rises on economic competitiveness and people's livelihoods: What to do?"

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The focus is clearly national, centering on the broader situation of the Estonian state and the necessity of getting the country back on its feet. Specific regional or international topics are not addressed.
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2025-09-24
Draft law amending the Motor Vehicle Insurance Act (649 SE) – First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is on improving the Estonian legal framework, drawing inspiration from international practice (the Kingdom of Norway) to identify the best solutions. Specific regional or local topics are not addressed; the emphasis is placed on national legislation.
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2025-09-17
Draft law (667 SE) for the third reading amending the Atmosphere Protection Act and other laws (partial transposition of amendments to the Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme Directive)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is on national competitiveness and the transposition of European Union law, providing examples from Estonian economic sectors (forestry, peat). Examples of international competition (Tallink, the Netherlands) are also mentioned in the context where Estonian policy forces businesses to leave.
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2025-09-17
Completion of the thematic plan for mineral resources in Rapla and Pärnu County.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, press briefing.

The regional focus is very strong, centering on the planning issues surrounding mineral resources in Pärnu and Rapla Counties. The speaker contrasts the situation in these counties with that of Harju County, highlighting unequal treatment where decisions in more remote areas are handled on a case-by-case basis.
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2025-09-17
Tax Festival Continues

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, press briefing.

The focus is strongly regional, highlighting the sense of abandonment felt in rural areas and the difficulties caused by services moving further away and the deteriorating road network. It is specifically stressed that the car tax will hit hardest those who live outside the "golden ring and Tallinn."
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2025-09-16
The Chancellor of Justice's report on the conformity of legislative acts with the Constitution and the performance of other duties assigned to the Chancellor by law.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is national, addressing broad legal principles (property rights) and environmental legislation (Natura sites) that affect landowners and economic activity across the entire country.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The focus is primarily national (national defense, legislative amendments), but there is a strong regional emphasis on the issues facing rural areas. Specific attention is drawn to the damage caused by wildlife to livestock farmers and the impact of massive wind farms on traditional activities (specifically, animal barns/sheds) in the countryside. This demonstrates concern for local communities and traditional economic activity.
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2025-06-18
Draft law (667 SE) for amending the Atmosphere Protection Act and other laws (partial transposition of amendments to the directive on greenhouse gas emissions trading system) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is clearly aimed at the Estonian maritime sector and maritime transport, highlighting its competitiveness and economic standing. There is also mention of the potential need to support companies like Tallink, for example, which points to specific domestic enterprises.
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2025-06-05
Discussion of the significant national issue initiated by the Economics Committee: "How to increase productivity in the Estonian economy?"

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.

The focus is on a broad national level, emphasizing the need to incorporate experience and knowledge "from a wide variety of companies across Estonia." There is no specific regional emphasis; instead, the focus is placed on economic diversity throughout the country.
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2025-06-04
Draft law amending the State Audit Act, the Political Parties Act, and other laws (control body for political party funding) – first reading.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker brings up the Jüri Jaanson Two Bridges Run taking place in Pärnu as an example, focusing on how national regulations can impact specific local sports events and their traditions.
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2025-06-04
Draft law amending the Industrial Emissions Act (628 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

A strong regional focus is placed on Estonia's rural areas, which are affected by large industrial zones, specifically highlighting the concerns of Pärnumaa (Sopi-Tootsi, Tõstamaa) and local communities. It is emphasized that the state must not distance itself from the issues faced by local municipalities and residents during the processing of spatial plans. A personal example involving a country home near a wind farm is utilized.
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2025-06-04
Draft law amending the Environmental Levies Act (615 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is heavily regional, concentrating on areas within Pärnu County, such as Sopi-Tootsi and Lavassaare, as well as the Gulf of Riga areas (Häädemeeste, Kihnu). Emphasis is placed on how national energy decisions directly impact the local living environment and the operations of local governments.
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2025-06-04
Infrastructure investments

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The focus is clearly regional, addressing the issues concerning the health sports infrastructure in Ida-Virumaa (Alutaguse, Jõhvi) and the complexities involved in financing the Tartu city cultural center. Local events such as the Alutaguse cycling marathon and the Tartu ski marathon are mentioned, emphasizing the importance of these regional centers.
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2025-06-04
Rail Baltic

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

A very strong regional focus on the city of Pärnu and its infrastructure projects, particularly the key planning issues related to the Papiniidu Bridge, the Rail Baltic Bridge, and the Raeküla Intersection.
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2025-05-15
Draft law amending the Nature Conservation Act, the Hunting Act, and the State Property Act (612 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The scope is broad, encompassing national nature conservation policy and constitutional property rights, which affect all real estate owners in Estonia. Reference is also made to European Union recommendations concerning the proportion of protected areas (the 70:30 principle). There are no specific regional interests involved.
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2025-05-15
Draft law (610 SE) for amending the Nature Conservation Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (Nature assessment) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The focus is divided between the national level (Estonian laws, landowners) and the international level (the European Commission's infringement procedure, Natura 2000). Although the problems of rural landowners and the restrictions on forestry are emphasized, specific regional projects or local communities are not highlighted.
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2025-05-14
Draft law amending the Hunting Act (553 SE) – Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on the national level (the Estonian Hunting Act) and the international context (the favorable conservation status of the wolf across Europe as a whole). Specific local regions or communities are not emphasized, although the topic directly concerns rural areas.
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2025-05-14
Taxes

15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

The focus is on the national level (the Estonian economy, state administration) and the international level (EU infringement procedures and Natura sites). Specific local regions are not highlighted.
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Planning Act and other laws (accelerating the adoption of renewable energy) (541 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is at the national and administrative level, addressing questions of responsibility concerning the Planning Act, ministries (the Ministry of Regional Affairs and Agriculture), and agencies (the Land and Spatial Planning Board).
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2025-05-06
Second reading of the bill amending the Hunting Act (553 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The regional focus is specifically directed at the Soomaa region, addressing the local nature conservation strategy, bog restoration, and the conflict between grazing and the presence of large predators. This emphasizes the concerns of local livestock owners and the limitations imposed on economic activity in the floodplains.
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2025-05-06
The Minister of Finance's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the development directions of the public service in 2024)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level (Estonian taxpayer, public sector) and on international recommendations (IMF). Regional focus has not been highlighted.
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2025-04-23
Second reading of the draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (555 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The regional focus is heavily directed at rural, sparsely populated areas where wind farms are being constructed, highlighting the unfair treatment and lack of certainty experienced by these communities. Pärnu County is specifically cited as the epicenter of renewable energy, along with the Sopi-Tootsi park. He/She is demanding direct concessions (the elimination of fees/charges) for these regions.
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2025-04-22
The Minister of Culture's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including the implementation of "The Fundamentals of Estonian Sports Policy until 2030")

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The regional focus is extremely strong, underscoring that regional imbalance is a major problem in Estonia. Attention is directed toward how the responsibilities and funding within the culture and sports sectors impact local municipalities. The objective is to ensure that national strategies do not exacerbate regional inequality.
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2025-04-16
Draft law amending the Energy Sector Organisation Act (574 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on national energy policy and investments in large onshore wind farms (Sopi-Tootsi, Saarde), all of which are of nationwide significance. Regional or local focus is not being emphasized.
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2025-04-16
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Submission of a plan of action for the development of Estonia's electricity production capacities and electricity networks to the Riigikogu by the Government of the Republic, to ensure energy security" (575 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

A strong regional focus is placed on the people and communities living in the impact areas of wind farms. The objective is to ensure that these regions genuinely benefit from local energy production, thereby mitigating the impact of the industrial landscape.
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2025-04-15
The Ministry of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035."

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The focus is strictly national, concentrating on nationwide legislation and property policy concerning the acquisition of real estate in Estonia.
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2025-04-09
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law on declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (592 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

A strong regional focus is placed on rural areas, particularly the poor condition of gravel roads, which prevents residents from moving around normally. It is emphasized that policy must also take into account those people who live in peripheral areas, and the Tallinn-centric view is criticized.
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2025-04-09
Defence Industry Park

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

Strong regional focus, specifically centering on the concerns of the residents in the Ermistu area of Pärnu County, which is home to one of the two potential park locations. The second location, near Põhja-Kiviõli, is also mentioned. Furthermore, an example from South Pärnu County concerning the Rail Baltic route corridor is cited for comparison, highlighting the infrastructure issues faced by local communities.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Construction Code Act, the Administrative Cooperation Act, and the Water Act (531 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on national legislation that affects the jurisdiction and operations of local governments (LG) in the context of drinking water availability. There is no specific regional emphasis; instead, the general streamlining of the bureaucratic space is being addressed.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is strictly national, addressing issues related to Estonian citizenship and the country's image within a broader parliamentary debate.
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2025-03-19
Draft law amending the Construction Code Act, the Administrative Cooperation Act, and the Water Act (531 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The primary regional focus centers on the challenges faced by sparsely populated areas, particularly concerning the availability of clean drinking water and the necessity of supporting households in drilling new wells. The discussion also covers the role of local governments (LG) and their lack of authority or input regarding the establishment of mines, which subsequently impacts the availability of groundwater in the area.
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2025-03-19
Overload fee

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.

The focus is on the Estonian national energy market and its impact on the Estonian people and businesses. A significant part of the argument is based on an international comparison with Finland, highlighting the inequality within the unified European Union.
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2025-03-19
Government austerity plan

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.

The focus is on national infrastructure and mobility (Via Baltica, road maintenance), but this is being contrasted with a specific regional project in Tartu (Süku/Siuru). The speaker stresses that this is a question of national priority, not regional jealousy directed at the residents of Tartu.
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2025-03-11
The Prime Minister's address for 2025 on the implementation of the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the situation of research and development activities and the government's policy in this area).

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is strongly regional (within the regional context), emphasizing the concern and apprehension of the regions regarding the centralization of the management of local life and business. The speaker defends local structures and autonomy against nationwide regional governance.
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2025-02-25
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, addressing the situation of residents living in Estonia who hold undetermined citizenship and their desire to acquire Estonian citizenship.
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2025-02-12
Draft law amending the Local Government Organisation Act (537 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

A strong focus is placed on the tasks, costs, and capacity of local governments (LG) to enforce the law. The speaker draws on their previous five years of experience as an LG leader to highlight practical issues, such as assessing immediate threats and the financial burden placed on local governments.
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2025-02-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Prime Minister Kristen Michal, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

A strong regional focus is placed on Pärnu County, home to the Tootsi-Sopi and Lavassaare wind farms. Emphasis is placed on the issues facing local communities, particularly those related to infrastructure (the bus station, safety on the route to school) and the overall impact of these major projects.
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2025-02-11
A debate on foreign policy initiated as a matter of significant national importance by the Foreign Affairs Committee.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary regional focus is heavily centered on cooperation among the Baltic states, which the speaker often finds challenging. Furthermore, transatlantic, intra-EU, and Nordic cooperation are also mentioned, but the emphasis remains squarely on the Baltic axis.
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2025-01-29
The Chancellor of Justice's proposal to align the Electricity Market Act with the Constitution.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The specific focus is on the Iru incineration plant and the management of the resulting ash, which constitutes a local infrastructure issue within the broader national context of energy and environmental regulation. Reference is also made to the European legal framework, lending an international dimension to the subject.
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2025-01-29
The Ombudsman's proposal to align the law on industrial emissions with the constitution.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The regional focus is tied to Estonia's energy sector and environmental challenges, highlighting local communities' opposition to wind farms and the resulting backlog of planning procedures. The text also mentions regulatory issues concerning the older blocks of the oil shale energy sector (Enefit 282), indirectly referencing the industrial region of Ida-Virumaa.
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2025-01-29
Sideteenused

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is on the national availability of communication services, highlighting the inequality present in rural areas. Particular attention is drawn to the lack of compensation for satellite connectivity for rural residents, which exacerbates the digital divide.
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2025-01-28
Draft law amending the Hunting Act (553 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

A strong regional focus is placed on rural areas and protected nature reserves where economic activity is restricted, citing Lahemaa and Soomaa as examples. Emphasis is placed on the importance of the concerns of local residents and livestock breeders, who live surrounded by nature and understand it best. The speaker's personal home region is also mentioned in connection with the culling of the jackal.
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2025-01-21
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Submitting a proposal to the Government of the Republic for the procurement of ammunition with a cost of 1.6 billion euros for the years 2025–2028" (540 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, addressing the systemic management of Estonia's security and national defense. Military domains (air, land, and water) are mentioned, which are linked to the overall defense capability of the state.
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2024-12-16
Draft law amending the Waste Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (461 SE) - third reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The regional focus is strong and central, stressing that the car tax will exacerbate inequality between regions. Particular attention is drawn to residents of rural areas, such as foresters or farmers, who lack access to frequent, alternative public transportation. The speaker connects this tax policy directly to the issue of Estonia’s territorial integrity, suggesting it will lead to the forced migration of residents into urban centers.
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2024-12-12
Draft law amending the Construction Code Act, the Act on Administrative Cooperation, and the Water Act (531 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The regional focus is directed towards the territories of local governments and sparsely populated areas where the establishment of mines directly affects groundwater reserves and the availability of drinking water for residents. Emphasis is placed on the high costs incurred by individual households in ensuring water supply, and the state's intervention through the water program for sparsely populated areas.
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2024-12-11
Second reading of the draft law amending the Subsoil Act (435 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The regional focus is directed towards major national projects (Rail Baltic) and the nationwide management of subsurface resources, particularly in the context of oil shale and offshore wind farms. Attention is concentrated on issues concerning Estonia's energy supply security and the achievement of climate goals at the national level.
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2024-12-11
Third reading of the draft law amending the Waste Act and the Packaging Act (430 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, emphasizing the need to develop an industry in Estonia that can establish circularity and retain raw materials within the country. An international focus is also important regarding the transposition of European directives and the fulfillment of targets.
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2024-12-10
Draft law amending the Waste Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (461 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is on the national level, dealing with nationwide legislation (the Waste Act, the motor vehicle tax) and constitutional issues related to property protection. Different types of land ownership are mentioned (state land, municipal roads, private property, territory belonging to housing associations), but regional or local focus is not emphasized.
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2024-12-04
Draft law amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) – third reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The City of Pärnu and the Pärnu Vocational Education Centre are the subject of a strong regional focus, bringing to light property and financing issues between the local municipality and the state. This local example is then used to illustrate the inefficiency of state budget management on a broader scale.
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2024-11-21
Draft law (447 SE) for amending the Education Act of the Republic of Estonia and amending other laws accordingly (establishing compulsory schooling) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The primary focus is currently on local governments and their inability to manage additional responsibilities without an increase in their revenue base. Specifically highlighted as a concrete example is the issue concerning the Vana-Vigala Technical and Service School, where the survival of the school for children with special educational needs hinges on small amounts of funding.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other acts related thereto (505 SE) - Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

A strong regional focus, emphasizing the differences between counties and opposing centralization. County development centers and public transport centers are defended, with a warning that a forced regional approach will destroy functioning systems and demotivate active people. The topic of land improvement is also mentioned, which directly concerns landowners.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (527 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Lack of data
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is strictly on national legal framework and security matters pertaining to holders of alien passports in Estonia. There is no regional emphasis.
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2024-11-20
Infrastructure

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.

The regional focus is extremely strong, aimed at protecting rural areas and regional services from budget cuts. Pärnu (due to court consolidation) and Southeast Estonia (due to the loss of the SKA presence) are specifically cited, highlighting the fact that cuts are simpler to implement in areas with smaller populations and those situated outside Tallinn's immediate "golden ring."
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2024-11-20
Energetics

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.

The focus is on national energy policy, which directly addresses the mining and utilization of oil shale, specifically referencing 30 years of reserves and the suspension of mining permits. This is a crucial issue for regions where oil shale extraction is economically vital.
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2024-11-13
Second reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The focus is on the issues concerning the revenue base of local governments and the unequal treatment they receive under the state's austerity policy. Specific attention is drawn to regionally significant sectors, such as the State Forest Management Centre (RMK) and the oil shale sector, criticizing the state's policy regarding the management of these resources.
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2024-11-12
Second reading of the bill (457 SE) amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other acts in connection therewith (restructuring the State Real Estate Enterprise into the State Real Estate and Cadastre Enterprise)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

A strong regional focus, concentrating on the negative consequences of abolishing county administrations and the necessity of managing planning processes with an understanding of local conditions. It is emphasized that even in small Estonia, regions are diverse, and familiarity with local circumstances is crucial when handling spatial planning. A specific example provided is a development project that borders four municipalities.
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2024-11-11
Draft law on the partial repeal of the Value Added Tax Act Amendment Act (489 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is on the financial capacity and revenue base sustainability of local governments, referencing the 2017 administrative reform. The discussion addresses national tax policy, which directly impacts local residents and businesses through land tax.
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2024-11-06
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law repealing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (488 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data. The focus is directed towards national tax policy and the development of the Estonian economic environment as a whole.
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2024-11-06
Security

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus is on national security and legislation pertaining to Estonia's internal politics (voting rights, energy). The international focus is directed toward aggressor states (Russia, Belarus) and analyzing the security decisions of neighboring countries (the Kingdom of Sweden) to draw parallels with Estonia's situation.
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2024-11-06
RMK term contracts

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus is at the national level, addressing the management of RMK and state assets, as well as the processing of national special plans. The regional aspect appears only as a reference to the problem where the planned plots of land are located within the territory of or border several local governments.
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2024-11-06
Vana-Vigala Technical and Service School Closure

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus is heavily regional, emphasizing the importance of educational accessibility within the context of regional policy. Specifically mentioned are Pärnu County, the Pärnumaa Vocational Education Centre, and the concentration of students from rural areas in county centers, which points to concerns regarding the viability of rural areas.
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2024-11-05
Draft law invalidating the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (488 SE) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The focus is clearly regional, highlighting the detrimental impact that the motor vehicle tax and insufficient road investments have on rural and sparsely populated areas. It is emphasized that these regions, in particular, require reliable private transport and properly maintained roads.
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2024-11-05
Overview of the Government of the Republic’s Activities in the Implementation of European Union Policy

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The focus is clearly at the national and international level, addressing the obligations of the Republic of Estonia to the European Union. Specific local or regional projects are not emphasized, although the topics discussed (Natura areas, waste reform) have a nationwide impact.
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2024-10-23
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The focus is strictly national, centering on the principles of Estonian parliamentary democracy and the role of the Riigikogu in state governance.
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2024-10-16
Draft law amending the State Budget Act (511 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

A strong regional focus on Pärnu County, where the closure of the Paikuse police school is being criticized, along with its negative impact on local voters. The speaker emphasizes the difficulty of explaining the government's decisions specifically to Pärnu County constituents. An investment planned for Võru (a shooting range) is also mentioned.
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2024-10-16
Draft law amending the Prison Law (506 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker highlights the regional focus, specifically referencing the city of Pärnu and detailing how the Police and Border Guard Board approached the local municipality regarding the provision of sobering-up house services. This demonstrates concern over the impact of national reforms on specific local governments.
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2024-10-16
Ferry ticket price increase

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The focus is clearly at the local level, centering on issues concerning the revenue base and autonomy of local municipalities. Emphasis is placed on local taxes (specifically the land tax) and the necessity of funding local roads, as well as the impact that protected areas have on local budgets.
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2024-10-15
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is directed towards Estonian rural areas, highlighting the deteriorating condition of the local roads and the lack of funding available to local governments for road maintenance. The need to maintain the competitiveness of the Estonian economic space is also emphasized.
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2024-10-09
Draft law (496 SE) for amending the Social Welfare Act and the Act Regulating the Provision of Health Care Services (regarding the provision of independent nursing care in 24-hour special care services) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session.

The speaker's focus is clearly regional, highlighting issues with service availability and the necessity of ensuring service providers are present "in various parts of Estonia" and "in different regions of Estonia." It is stressed that the service should not be solely centered around welfare centers.
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2024-09-25
Draft law amending the Act on Responding to Complaints and Information Requests and Submitting Collective Petitions (475 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

Data is scarce.
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2024-09-25
The Regional Affairs and Agricultural Minister's 2024 presentation on the implementation of the state’s long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The focus is intensely regional, emphasizing the strategic support for the vitality of rural areas and the necessity of understanding Estonia's regional distinctiveness. Specifically highlighted is the Southeast Estonia region, including the loan concerns of its entrepreneurs and the need for infrastructure (electricity connection).
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2024-09-18
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Waste Act, the Traffic Act, and the State Fees Act (461 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on nationwide legislation and its impact on ordinary car owners who keep spare parts (donor cars) by the fence or in the garage. Specific regional projects or areas are not mentioned.
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2024-09-18
Second reading of the Draft Act (359 SE) on amendments to the Law on the Organization of the Energy Economy, the Electricity Market Act, and the Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Management System Act

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

A strong focus on rural areas and the periphery, where energy production actually takes place. It uses specific examples from Pärnu County (Sopi-Tootsi, Lavassaare) and emphasizes that the state must find areas where the impact is smallest. It demands that local communities, in whose backyard the wind turbines are located, receive a share of the investment through tolerance fees and impact compensation.
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2024-09-17
Report by the Chancellor of Justice on the compliance of legal instruments with the Constitution and the performance of other duties imposed on the Chancellor of Justice by law.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is national, centering on the constitutional balance and the lack of state budget funds available to compensate for nationwide nature conservation restrictions. Specific regions are not mentioned; rather, the issue of Natura sites is addressed more broadly.
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2024-09-16
2024 Report by the Minister of the Interior on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.

The focus is heavily regional, centered specifically on the Pärnu and Paikuse area. Emphasis is placed on Pärnu's role as a logistically crucial junction within the framework of comprehensive national defense. There is criticism regarding the consistent removal of security institutions from this strategic location, citing the local residents' clear understanding of the region's significance.
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2024-09-11
Minister of Defence's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The focus is heavily regional, concentrating on the security and economic interests of Pärnu County. Pärnu’s strategic role in the context of evacuation and logistical support is emphasized, and the re-establishment of the Pärnu battalion is demanded.
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2024-07-29
A written demand submitted by 23 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Infrastructure, Vladimir Svet.

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.

The focus is on issues of national security and public confidence (citizenship policy, the Bronze Soldier). The international context is also mentioned (the President of Ukraine), but regional emphasis is missing.
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (443 SE)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The focus is strongly regional, addressing the problems faced by local municipalities and county centers. Pärnu is highlighted as an example, emphasizing that even the country's fourth-largest center is struggling and requires support, which points to a systemic flaw. Furthermore, tensions between county centers and surrounding rural municipalities regarding services and taxation are emphasized.
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 UA)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

A very strong regional focus, highlighting the problems faced by rural areas (inaccessibility of communication services, electricity connections, and roads, as well as school closures). Warnings are issued that the motor vehicle tax will exacerbate the depopulation of rural areas, because heavier vehicles are a necessity for the lifestyle there. It is demanded that regional equality and the right of every resident to their chosen way of life be held sacred.
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2024-07-22
Granting Authorization to Prime Ministerial Candidate Kristen Michal to Form the Government

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.

The focus is national in scope, addressing the Estonian economy, the state budget, and national wealth, particularly the management of forests at the state level.
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2024-06-12
Second reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Land Tax Act (437 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.

The focus is broadly on national economic and ownership issues, but specific examples of limitations on local government autonomy are highlighted through the experience of the Pärnu City Council. Specific economic sectors (agriculture, forestry) that are regionally important are also mentioned.
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2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is strongly on regional political balance, pitting rural areas (scattered settlements, Kihnu, small islands) against Tallinn and its surroundings (the "golden ring"). It is emphasized that in rural areas, there is no alternative to a car, and larger vehicles are necessary there for daily life, activities of the Defense League, and economic operations.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Bill amending the Land Tax Act (437 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The regional focus is on the financial stability of local governments. Specifically, reference is made to the experience of the city of Pärnu in granting land tax exemptions, which demonstrates interest in local-level issues.
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2024-05-15
Second reading of the Draft Act amending the Building Code and other Acts (Acceleration of the Deployment of Renewable Energy) (308 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is heavily regional, centered specifically on Pärnu County, which is viewed as a promising area for renewable energy production. A detailed case study addresses the development conflict surrounding the Lavassaare peat production area in the Põhja-Pärnumaa municipality. The Tootsi and Saarde wind farms are also mentioned. The speaker stressed how difficult it is to justify the need for new sites to local residents when previously agreed-upon sites remain unused.
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2024-05-15
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Climate on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on environmental restrictions (Natura sites) established at the national level and their impact on landowners across Estonia. The topic concerns land use and management within these restricted areas.
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2024-05-02
Continuation of the first reading of the Bill on the Tax on Sweetened Beverages (418 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on national policy (the state budget, public health) and international comparisons (the Kingdom of Norway). There is no specific regional or local emphasis.
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2024-04-18
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the State Assets Act and the Land Cadastre Act (380 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is exclusively on national legislation concerning the management of defense infrastructure and the nationwide streamlining of planning procedures. There is no reference to specific regional or local issues.
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2024-04-10
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Initiate Drafts of Legal Acts Ensuring the Clarity and Predictability of the Development of the School Network" (285 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The regional focus is indirect, emphasizing the necessity of ensuring the sustainability and unambiguous clarity of national regulations, even from a regional perspective. This indicates an awareness of the specific challenges faced by different regions within the context of linguistic transition, particularly concerning Russian-language schools.
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2024-04-09
Report by the Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is heavily regional, emphasizing the importance of competitive advantages for regions and the necessity of a regional approach. Pärnu County is cited as a specific example of a region where the state plans to deploy renewable energy without taking local benefits into account.
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2024-04-03
Country Life

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is heavily on rural areas ("life in the countryside") and sectors linked to seasonal work: agriculture, fisheries, and forestry. Farmers in Lääne-Virumaa are specifically mentioned, highlighting the importance of regional economic activities and the difficulties they face due to nationwide regulations.
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2024-04-02
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Abandon the Imposition of the Car Tax and Withdraw the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill from the Riigikogu Proceedings" (374 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The regional focus is heavily directed towards sparsely populated areas and rural life, underscoring the greater reliance of residents in these areas on private transportation. A separate point emphasizes the impact that the revenue base of local municipalities and the condition of roads have on the residents' quality of life, particularly noting the failure to adequately pave gravel roads.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation concerning the renewal of the Rail Baltic South Pärnu County spatial plan (No. 530)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is strongly regional, concentrating specifically on the planning issues surrounding the Rail Baltic route corridor in Southern Pärnu County. Emphasis is placed on the concerns raised by local authority leaders and the necessity of ensuring that local communities actually benefit from the railway, rather than just watching trains pass by. Specific local environmental problems are also mentioned, such as compensation zones for capercaillie habitats.
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2024-03-20
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amending the Atmospheric Air Protection Act (393 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The speaker introduces a specific regional focus, referencing the city of Pärnu and the noise issue that arose there concerning the nature house and a rooster. This regional example is being used to test the practical application of the law in an urban environment and to broaden the definition of noise.
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2024-03-13
Rule of Law

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The focus is exclusively national, concentrating on the functioning of the Estonian rule of law and the reliability of the justice system nationwide. Regional or international topics are not addressed.
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2024-02-14
First Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The regional focus is clearly aimed at rural areas, highlighting the disparities in treatment and the lack of essential services they face. Specific attention is drawn to poor road conditions, the extended duration of power outages, and the threat of centralizing the school network into county centers. The speaker positions themselves as a defender of the rural way of life.
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2024-02-13
Debate on Foreign Policy as an Issue of Significant National Importance, initiated by the Foreign Affairs Committee

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is clearly international, addressing Russia’s full-scale aggression in Ukraine and the role of China and Europe in this conflict. The emphasis is on the collective strategy and resolve of the West.
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2024-02-05
Interpellation regarding the abolition of the special VAT rate for accommodation establishments (No. 289)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is on broad national issues, covering the general business environment, tax policy, and the management of the state budget. Specific regions or local projects are not included.
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2024-01-23
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (345 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is broad, covering national economic issues and the international competitiveness of Estonian businesses. There is no mention of specific regional topics.
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2024-01-23
Overview of the state of Research and Development and government policy in this field.

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The regional focus is on Estonia's national wealth and natural resources, highlighting the agriculture, forestry, oil shale, and phosphorite sectors, which are linked to specific regional industries. Tallinn is mentioned only as an example of limited innovation.
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2024-01-22
Inquiry concerning the reliability of electricity supply (No. 590)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

A strong focus is placed on the problems faced by rural and sparsely populated areas, contrasting them with city-centric development (the "15-minute city" model). Emphasis is laid on the necessity of preserving Estonia's integrity and balance, citing as examples the number of service outages in Pärnumaa and the nature conservation restrictions on the Juminda peninsula.
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2024-01-22
Inquiry Regarding the Electricity Supply of Saaremaa (No. 68)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Although the title of the inquiry refers to Saaremaa's electricity supply, the speech itself focuses on the impact of a national law (the clearing fee) and the activities of a major company (Elektrilevi). The regional focus is indirect, rather emphasizing the national problem of infrastructure maintenance.
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2024-01-17
Economic competitiveness

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is on the national level (the Estonian economy, capital outflow from Estonia) and the international context (Eurozone lending, Eurostat data, Belarusian timber imports). Specific local regions are not mentioned, but emphasis is placed on the competitiveness of Estonian industrial companies and the utilization of national wealth (oil shale).
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2024-01-09
First Reading of the Draft Bill on Amendments to the State Assets Act and the Land Cadastre Act (327 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

A clear regional focus is evident, as the speaker highlights their hometown Pärnu as the primary example and source of problems, specifically citing the abuse of zoning plans for a former national defense site there. The closure of the Kopli unit is also mentioned, using Pärnu as a case study, thereby linking national policy to local circumstances.
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