By Plenary Sessions: Andres Metsoja
Total Sessions: 79
Fully Profiled: 79
2025-10-14
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The political position strongly centers on the principles of public transport financing, advocating for the necessity of passenger contributions and completely opposing free transport funded entirely by the taxpayer. The speaker views the revenue sharing matrix for ticket sales as a matter of principle, demanding that the funds remain within the region where they were generated. This position is deeply rooted in policy and underscores the importance of regional financial equity.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The political focus is heavily centered on mitigating regional disparities and guaranteeing the quality of essential services, particularly in rural and sparsely populated regions. The speaker views data connectivity as an essential service and harshly criticizes the government for failing to impose quality assurance obligations on market participants during the frequency tenders for rural areas. Furthermore, preventative social policy is highlighted, specifically by linking physical activity to addressing mental health issues.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The political stance is strongly critical of the government’s budgetary and fiscal policies, highlighting structural issues such as dependence on investment subsidies and the deficit. The opposition is particularly fierce regarding the failure to allocate the full revenue (85 million) from the motor vehicle tax to road infrastructure, which, in their view, is being treated like a "neglected stepchild." The focus is rather policy- and results-driven, demanding clear plans for achieving independence from subsidies by 2028.
2025-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The political stance is fiercely critical of the government's performance, stressing that the public's assessment of life in Estonia is objectively poor and the government is failing. The speaker urgently calls for a vision and concrete solutions to pull the country out of its current deadlock and get it back on its feet. The primary focus is on assessing the government's actions and effectiveness.
2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The political position strongly focuses on reducing bureaucracy and simplifying mandatory traffic insurance regulations concerning trailers. This stance is policy- and value-driven, emphasizing making citizens’ lives easier and applying common sense, following the example of Norway. The goal is to eliminate the requirement for separate insurance coverage for trailers that are attached to an already insured motor vehicle.
2025-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.
The political stance is strongly opposed to Draft Bill 667 SE, criticizing it for poor legislative practice, retroactive taxation, and restricting entrepreneurial freedom. This position is primarily value-driven, emphasizing the lack of legal certainty and the derailment of economic policy. The speaker represents the view of the Isamaa Party that these amendments should not be enacted into law.
2025-09-17
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, press briefing.
The political position is one of strong opposition to the government's actions, which are described as "chaos" and a lack of "certainty," contrasting sharply with the security promised by the administration. The main objections revolve around the unfair car tax, the deterioration of services in rural areas, and the proposal to abolish county planning. The criticism is primarily outcome-based, highlighting the decline in the quality of life and a lack of hope.
2025-09-16
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The political position centers on the robust protection of property rights, which is increasingly viewed as being restricted concerning issues of environmental usage and nature conservation. The speaker expresses concern that the current situation is "stuck in the mire," emphasizing a value-based standpoint: "Property is sacred and inviolable."
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The central focus is on prioritizing national defense and balancing the environment with the economy. The politician strongly insists that land designated for national defense must not fall into private ownership without state oversight, and that massive renewable energy projects must comply with the same environmental requirements (integrated permits) as traditional industry. Furthermore, emphasis is placed on reducing the administrative and financial burden on citizens and businesses, for instance, by eliminating mandatory insurance for light trailers.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The political stance is strongly in favor of rejecting the draft bill, as it retroactively expands the legal framework and weakens the economic model. The faction is focusing on the political framework and warns against rising consumer prices and the creation of a "society of learned helplessness." This position is primarily policy- and value-driven, emphasizing economic responsibility.
2025-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
The most significant problem is considered to be the drafting phase, where feedback from industrial sector businesses is not taken into account because the plan has already been finalized. The political direction is strongly focused on improving state governance and legislative procedures, prioritizing real-life examples over general talking points. The framework is results-oriented, focusing on what drives life forward.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker strongly opposes the government’s 100% renewable energy target, considering it strategically flawed and the resulting sequence of actions unsuccessful. Key issues include the systemic approach to energy planning, the requirement for integrated environmental permits for large renewable energy parks, and the fair treatment of local residents. The political framework is deeply rooted in policy and values, stressing the state's duty to provide citizens with security and certainty. The speaker sharply criticizes the current "problem of mismanagement" and the accelerated pace of planning at the cost of systemic integrity.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The political focus is heavily aimed at infrastructure development, encompassing both Rail Baltic and military mobility projects, as well as sports and cultural infrastructure. The speaker supports the continuation of state investments but emphasizes the need to review project efficiency and identify areas for savings, for example, through the joint design of bridges. A concern has been raised regarding the targeted use of the national defense fund in civilian facilities, such as the construction of shelters within cultural centers. The overall stance is rather policy-based and concentrates on practical solutions.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker strongly opposes government bills 610 and 612, which concern Natura areas and restrictions on forest management, characterizing this as an infringement of the fundamental right to property and "nationalization." The primary focus is the value-based defense of private landowners' interests against excessive state intervention. Simultaneously, the speaker supports the Isamaa bill for improved management of large predators (wolves), emphasizing the need to protect people and the economic sphere.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.
The political position is strongly opposed to the government's environmental regulations, particularly those concerning restrictions on forestry within Natura areas. The primary concern is the limitation of economic activity without proper impact assessments, which undermines the state's tax revenue and overall economic potential. This stance is robustly policy- and results-driven, emphasizing the negative effect of these regulations on public finances.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The political stance centers on the clarity and accountability of administrative procedures, particularly concerning the planning and approval phases. A question is being raised regarding the distribution of responsibility between the Ministry of Regional Affairs and Agriculture and the Land and Spatial Planning Agency. The position is moderately critical, calling for clarification regarding the proposed procedural amendments.
2025-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main topics are public finance and the reduction of bureaucracy, emphasizing the necessity of easing the taxpayer burden. The speaker demands a clear fiscal policy projection from the government regarding the downsizing of the public sector. Also highlighted is the need for swift and effective legislation that responds to compelling circumstances, such as the suspension of wolf hunting. The political framework is geared towards performance and fiscal discipline, also referencing the recommendations of the IMF.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The political focus is sharply directed at the strategic confusion and outright failure to achieve renewable energy goals, despite the state's heightened interest. The speaker vehemently criticizes bureaucratic obstacles and monopolistic practices, demanding concrete steps (such as concessions on grid fees) to ensure energy security and sovereignty. This stance is fundamentally results-driven and highly critical of the government's inaction.
2025-04-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The political position strongly focuses on the problem of regional imbalance in Estonia, which is considered extremely large and urgent. The speaker adopts a critical stance regarding the financing and organization of the culture and sports sectors at the local municipality level. The focus is on policy effectiveness and the accessibility of services, especially concerning the growing burden of required co-payments.
2025-04-16
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The political focus is heavily directed toward regulating the renewable energy market and criticizing the subsidy system. The speaker opposes the current situation where state investments (such as in the case of Enefit Green) are made contrary to market principles, and demands direct benefits for local residents (specifically, zeroing out the renewable energy fee) in the areas affected by wind farms. These positions are policy- and performance-based, calling into question the rationale behind state intervention.
2025-04-15
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The political position is strongly opposed to Draft Law No. 612, introduced by the government, which concerns the acquisition and compensation of real estate due to nature conservation restrictions. This stance is value-based, emphasizing the necessity of protecting property policy as a fundamental state policy. The speaker is highly critical of the direction of the draft, which offers only half of the real estate's value as compensation.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker stands firmly against the car tax, calling it an unfair mistake that cannot be fixed, but must be repealed. The political focus is aimed at criticizing the lack of strategic state management, stressing the necessity to downsize the state apparatus and improve the economic environment, rather than imposing new taxes. The stance is strongly results-oriented, highlighting the importance of Estonia's competitiveness and investment potential.
2025-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The political position strongly supports the development of the defense industry, emphasizing its strategic importance in ensuring the security of ammunition supply. Although the investment is supported, detailed information is required regarding the administrative model for the 50 million euro state contribution, the speed of the planning process, and the local impact. This represents a policy- and results-based approach that seeks the culmination of a long-term ambition.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The political stance is strongly state-centric and value-based, defending the reputation of the Estonian state against accusations concerning the citizenship issue and deeming such behavior to be vexatious. In the second debate, the position is policy- and procedure-based. While supporting increased autonomy for local governments, it strongly opposes the proposed amendments to the bill, which the Isamaa faction finds incomprehensible and economically detrimental due to a lack of proper analysis.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The political stance is strongly opposed to Draft Bill 531, proposing that the second reading be halted. The criticism centers on the reduction of administrative burden being disproportionate and concealing actual problems, such as the skyrocketing cost of drilled wells and the deterioration of access to clean water in sparsely populated areas. The framework is strongly policy- and results-driven, highlighting the negative socio-economic consequences of the legislation.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.
The speaker is in strong opposition to the government's priorities, demanding that critical infrastructure (roads, military mobility) be prioritized over large cultural projects (Tartu Siuru). A second key position is the demand to resolve the unfair situation in the energy market, where Estonia, unlike Finland, cannot use congestion fees to lower electricity bills. These positions are strongly policy- and results-driven, focusing on strengthening the economy and defense capabilities.
2025-03-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The political position expresses concern regarding regional centralization, opposing the idea that "regional rulers" should dictate local life and business. The focus of the question is strategic, demanding clarification from the Prime Minister as to whether the plan aligns with Estonia’s nationwide long-term vision or is simply a source of confusion. This stance is firmly aimed at protecting regional autonomy.
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The most salient issue is the status of residents with undetermined citizenship and their wish to obtain Estonian citizenship. The discussion adopts a policy-based approach, stressing the necessity of factoring in recent research data (specifically, the Baltic Studies Institute survey). The speaker expresses astonishment at the complexity of the debate, particularly concerning those individuals who do not value Estonian citizenship.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The political focus is centered on rational planning and the quality of governance. There is criticism directed at the state's inaction and its contradictory decisions (such as wind farms versus bog restoration). Furthermore, the importance of community engagement in major projects is stressed, particularly because the absence of government support often generates resistance. Concerning legislation, cautious skepticism is voiced regarding the real impact of new sanctions (like fines related to pets), with a preference for cultural change instead.
2025-02-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The political stance strongly supports energy security and geopolitical desynchronization, which is viewed as a crucial political declaration. The speaker stressed the necessity of improving cooperation among the Baltic states, while simultaneously criticizing the current shortcomings of the Rail Baltic project. The focus is on strategic policy and security.
2025-01-29
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The political platform centers heavily on criticizing the failures of energy and environmental regulations, stressing the necessity of correcting errors that are causing public discontent and financial harm. As a representative of Isamaa, the demand is for all energy technologies, including renewables, to be subjected to stricter and unified environmental standards (the integrated permit system). The primary focus is on rectifying policy and procedural flaws to achieve an outcome that aligns with the constitution.
2025-01-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
The focus is on the availability and high cost of communication services, drawing attention to the market's continued failure and resulting distortions. It strongly advocates a critical stance concerning the government's actions in guaranteeing this vital service and addressing inequality within the digital society. The political framework is heavily policy- and results-driven, demanding that the state fulfill its statutory obligations.
2025-01-28
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The political focus is on finding a balance between nature conservation and economic activity in rural areas, especially regarding damage caused by wolves. The speaker strongly supports expanding the Environmental Board's powers to allow the year-round culling of problematic wildlife, while criticizing excessive bureaucracy and the distrust shown towards local residents. This framework is value-based, emphasizing the necessity of common sense and trusting the local community. They warn that a failure to maintain this balance could lead to vigilantism (poaching, poisoning).
2025-01-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The political stance heavily emphasizes a comprehensive approach to national defense and energy security. The speaker offers performance-based criticism, highlighting that Estonia suffers from management issues that impede the functionality of security-critical surveillance equipment (such as radar systems). The position is sharply critical of the inefficiency of leadership within the sector.
2024-12-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker, representing the Isamaa faction, expresses strong opposition to the motor vehicle tax amendment bill and the car tax in its entirety, deeming it politically unjust. This opposition is primarily value-based, highlighting the growing inequality between regions and raising concerns about the integrity of Estonia. The bill as a whole cannot receive support, even though some specific details have been deemed palatable.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker supports environmental objectives and waste reform but strongly insists that these must align with the principles of the rule of law and legitimate expectation. He strongly opposes the draft Subsoil Act, deeming it poor and unjust from the perspective of legal proportionality, as it shifts the costs onto the private sector and favors the state-owned company Enefit in the allocation of oil shale resources. The political framework is clearly policy- and value-driven, focusing on the quality of legislation and a level playing field for the market.
2024-12-10
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The political position is strongly opposed to the government-imposed motor vehicle tax (MVM), calling it unfair and promising its repeal upon gaining power. The speaker criticizes the state as a "nanny state" that attempts to fix problems of its own creation, and emphasizes the importance of a property-based state and constitutional precision. The position is strongly value-based, focusing on the protection of property rights and opposition to state over-regulation.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The political position centers on strong criticism regarding the lack of transparency in state budget proceedings and the disregard for agreed-upon commitments. The speaker stresses the need for accountability when large sums of money (10 million) are unexpectedly left over, while promised developments (in Pärnu) remain unfinished. The stance is strongly procedural and results-oriented, calling into question the very purpose of parliamentary debate if budget execution is so unpredictable.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The political stance is strongly oppositional, focusing on the procedural and substantive deficiencies of the government's draft legislation. The speaker stresses the need for stability, legal certainty, and precise wording in lawmaking, while criticizing the constant reorganization and shuffling of ministries and sectors. The critique of the drafts targets both procedural errors (such as the lack of opposition involvement) and inadequate financial analysis. Stability within these fields is considered a greater value than the frequent reworking of the system.
2024-11-20
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.
The political position is critical of the government's activities, particularly concerning the creation of legal uncertainty and needless bureaucracy in the processing of oil shale extraction permits. Strong concern is also expressed regarding the regional disparity of the planned budget cuts, emphasizing that these cuts will once again hit rural areas. The focus is directed at criticizing the policy's lack of foresight and the absence of a holistic view.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.
The political position is strongly opposed to the government's fiscal policy, criticizing it for its lack of vision and for eroding public confidence. The speaker calls for serious spending cuts at the national level and opposes tax hikes, while simultaneously stressing the necessity of guaranteeing a fair revenue base for local municipalities. The criticism is primarily aimed at the government’s actions and overall effectiveness.
2024-11-12
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The political stance focuses on the creation of the Land and Space Agency (Maa- ja Ruumiamet), which the speaker approaches skeptically, viewing it more as an attempt to fix past mistakes rather than a solution to the existing gap between local governments and state representatives. He emphasizes the lack of legal clarity in planning documents and strongly supports making decisions as locally as possible and in cooperation with municipalities. The speaker frames his position based on policy and values, stressing the importance of regional governance and shaping the living environment.
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker strongly opposes rapid legislation enacted without proper impact assessment, particularly in the field of tax policy, labeling it "definitely a bad law." The political focus centers on criticizing the government's actions and expressing concern over future tax hikes (such as the 50% ceiling increase). Emphasis is also placed on the necessity of improving the sustainability of local governments' revenue base, an issue that remains unresolved even following the administrative reform. The political framework is primarily results-based, criticizing the government for inefficiency and haste.
2024-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The political stance is unequivocally opposed to tax hikes, specifically demanding the abolition of the motor vehicle tax, a position put forward by the Isamaa party. It is stressed that tax increases must be viewed comprehensively, and their impact on the development of the Estonian economic environment must be assessed. This position is strongly policy- and outcome-driven.
2024-11-06
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing
Critical of the government's lack of strategic planning, particularly concerning education network reforms and the management of state assets. Supports addressing the issue of voting rights for citizens of aggressor states but criticizes the coalition's slow pace and procedural inconsistency. Strongly emphasizes the connections between security, economic development, and an educated workforce.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The political stance is one of strong opposition to the coalition's tax policy, especially the motor vehicle tax, which is considered highly unfair and detrimental to rural residents. The necessity of fulfilling European Union obligations (waste reform, Natura sites) is also stressed in order to avoid infringement proceedings and fines. This position is aimed at criticizing the government's actions and effectiveness both domestically and within the EU context.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The political position focuses on defending strong parliamentary democracy and government accountability. The speaker emphasizes that motions of no confidence must follow specific utterances, particularly those that belittle or undermine the parliament's role or capacity. This stance is strongly value-based, defending the authority and functional boundaries of the Riigikogu.
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The political position is highly critical of the government's vague and contradictory reforms in the field of internal security. They particularly object to the transfer of functions to local municipalities without a clear mandate or adequate funding, as well as the ineffective budgetary decisions made during the crisis. These stances are primarily results-oriented, focusing on the lack of efficiency and comprehensive planning.
2024-10-16
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing
The political position is strongly opposed to the government’s tax hikes and economic policy, criticizing it as a “one-way ticket” leading the economy into a poor state. The main focus is on defending the autonomy of local government, which the speaker believes has been battered, and, where necessary, on the redistribution of state budget resources. The speaker frames their stance in terms of outcomes, stressing that redistribution in itself does not create wealth.
2024-10-15
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The political stance is highly critical of the government's excise and tax policies, particularly concerning fuel excises and the proposed car tax. The speaker emphasizes that the current tax environment is eroding the competitiveness of Estonian businesses and leading to a decline in export volumes. The focus is on implementing a results-based framework, while simultaneously warning against the deterioration of the economic environment and the resulting job losses.
2024-10-09
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session.
The political position is focused on reforming social care, strongly emphasizing the urgent need to shift towards home care, following the Nordic model. The speaker views this topic as highly important and is concentrating on improving service accessibility and finding solutions that are more convenient and sensible for the client. This stance is clearly policy-driven and solution-oriented.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker strongly opposes the current regional policy, viewing the existing support measures as ineffective "crumbs" that fail to address the real issues. The core argument is the necessity of strategic government action to ensure viability and foster entrepreneurship in rural areas. These positions are heavily results-oriented, focusing on the policy's failure to achieve the desired outcomes.
2024-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker is skeptical and critical regarding two significant pieces of draft legislation: the accelerated procedure for renewable energy and the rules for deregistering vehicles (the environmental levy). The position is moderately strong, centered on the policy’s actual impact, the need for community agreement, and prioritizing nature conservation. The speaker argues that the bills may cause more problems than they solve, noting a lack of proportionality in the state’s actions. The criticism focuses on the policy’s inefficiency and its potential to create undesirable consequences.
2024-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The political stance centers on guaranteeing the constitutional balance between environmental protection and property rights. The speaker criticizes the government's plan to place areas under protection without allocating the necessary compensation funds in the budget, thereby calling into question the legality of proceeding in this manner. The position strongly emphasizes the connection between policy decisions and fiscal accountability.
2024-09-16
The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.
The political position is highly critical of the government's budget and investment decisions, particularly concerning the closure of the Paikuse Police and Border Guard College. This is a robust stance, focusing on the inefficiency of the government's actions during a difficult period and highlighting the poor condition of the state budget. The position is primarily results-oriented, challenging the necessity of the 80 million euro investment.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The speaker's core stance is the robust support of regional and internal security, specifically opposing the proposed closure of the Pärnu Battalion and the Police and Border Guard College (PPA College). This position is clearly geared towards restoring and developing existing capabilities, highlighting Pärnu’s strategic role in logistics and rear support services. The political framework adopted is outcome-oriented, centered on maintaining the local security infrastructure.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
The politician's focus is heavily centered on national security and loyalty issues, addressing citizenship policy and the voting rights of Russian citizens. They stress the necessity of vetting attitudes in the context of trust. Furthermore, clarity is demanded regarding the official's past actions concerning the Bronze Soldier and the May 9th events, which demonstrates a strong values-based approach.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The political position is strongly opposed to tax increases, particularly the motor vehicle tax, arguing that they harm the economy's competitiveness and exacerbate regional inequality. Emphasis is placed on the need for stability and a "manageable state," prioritizing affordability for both citizens and entrepreneurs. The criticism is mainly value- and policy-based, focusing on the ideological flaw inherent in the taxes and their practical consequences.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The speaker is operating from the opposition, challenging the government's economic policies—especially the tax increases that are causing hardship for the public. The core issues addressed are economic recovery and the management of Estonia's national wealth (its forests). There is a demand for an urgent forestry development plan to be brought before the Riigikogu, with the speaker hinting at a potential issue involving a coalition partner. The overall political context is focused on criticizing the government's performance and effectiveness.
2024-06-12
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.
The political stance is strongly opposed to the draft bill, which raises the land tax ceiling and imposes additional burdens on property owners. The speaker emphasizes that ownership is the foundation of the Estonian state and criticizes the government’s actions, which generate bureaucracy and restrict local autonomy. This position is value-based, focusing on the protection of property rights and the support of the economic sector (agriculture, forestry).
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The political stance is strongly opposed to the motor vehicle tax bill, calling it "strange and even stupid" and "a tax on lifestyle." The opposition is value-based, focusing on regional inequality and the state's "mocking attitude" towards rural inhabitants. The speaker belongs to the Isamaa party and emphasizes that the tax is primarily aimed at filling the budget deficit.
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The political position focuses heavily on increasing and stabilizing the revenue base of local governments. The speaker urgently demands that the state compensate municipalities for the lost land tax revenue resulting from state tax exemptions applied to protected lands. This is framed as a primary promise that must finally be realized, emphasizing the necessity of policy implementation.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The political position heavily focuses on resolving national conflicts, particularly those between energy development and environmental protection. The speaker sharply criticizes bureaucratic hurdles and planning uncertainty, demanding strategic consistency and clarity. The stance is strongly policy-driven and results-oriented, emphasizing the necessity of ensuring the nation's competitiveness.
2024-05-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The political stance strongly opposes the tax on heavily sweetened beverages, viewing it as an ineffective tool for improving public health. It is stressed that the government’s objectives (namely, generating revenue for the state budget) do not justify a method that fails to alter consumer behavior. This position is heavily focused on policy efficacy and value-based accountability.
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The political position focuses on rectifying legal loopholes concerning the expropriation of national defense objects and deficiencies in the planning procedure. The need to intervene with robust legislation is emphasized to protect the credibility of the planning procedure, which the current situation is rendering absurd. The speaker strongly supports continuing the deliberation of the draft bill on behalf of the Isamaa faction, despite previous setbacks. This is a position strongly grounded in political and legal norms.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The political stance strongly emphasizes the prioritization of clear and unambiguous national rules over local exceptions. The speaker supports a consistent transition to Estonian-language instruction, criticizing attempts by school boards to create exceptions that undermine the process. The position is deeply rooted in policy and values, stressing the importance of national consistency.
2024-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The most striking issue is regional policy and the implementation of state interests (such as renewable energy production) at the expense of local communities. The politician criticizes the government's centralized approach, strongly demanding that regional competitive advantages be taken into account and that the principle of mutual benefit be applied. The political framework is results-oriented, criticizing the government's inability to engage in dialogue with the regions.
2024-04-03
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The most prominent position is the strong opposition to excessive bureaucracy and regulations, particularly those stemming from European Court rulings that restrict the working hours of seasonal laborers. The political framework is distinctly focused on economic performance and core values, stressing the importance of maintaining economic activity in rural areas and resisting burdensome state interference.
2024-04-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The political stance is strongly opposed to the car tax, giving it a "clear no," and deeming it irresponsible and unfair. This position is value-based, emphasizing support for people's lifestyles, choice of residence, and ability to cope, especially in sparsely populated regions. The speaker promises to fight "victoriously" against this bill both in the Riigikogu and on the streets.
2024-04-01
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The political focus is currently on advancing the Rail Baltic project, which is widely regarded as the project of the century and a vital connection to Europe. Criticism has been leveled against the project's delays and the inefficiency of the planning processes, particularly in Southern Pärnu County, emphasizing the urgent need to secure construction permits and meet the 2028 target. The overall stance is strongly results-oriented, stressing the critical importance of completing this strategic infrastructure.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The political position is aimed at ensuring clarity and practical applicability in legislation. The speaker supports the bill's objective, which is based on input from the Chancellor of Justice, but expresses concern regarding the provision's ambiguity and the "endless paradigm question" surrounding the coordination phase between the local government and the Health Board. The focus is policy and procedure-centric, underscoring the need for clarity in the work of officials during the planning phase.
2024-03-13
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
The political focus is currently centered on the functioning and stability of the rule of law in Estonia, particularly concerning the alleged political interference in the administration of justice. The speaker expresses concern over the resulting public confusion and crisis, demanding clear assurance from the government that the situation is under control. This stance is primarily procedural and value-driven, underscoring the necessity of guaranteeing that the judicial process remains unbiased.
2024-02-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The political position is strongly opposed to the car tax, which is viewed as an unfair taxation of lifestyle—something the Estonian people despise. This stance is value-based, emphasizing the emotional damage inflicted by the state upon residents of rural areas. The speaker links this tax policy with broader decisions that harm rural life, specifically citing electricity supply and the school network.
2024-02-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The political position focuses heavily on Russia’s aggression and the adequacy of the Western (European) response. The speaker sharply criticizes Europe’s passivity and sluggishness in sanctioning the economic environment, stressing that victory requires an adjustment in the West’s mindset and resolve. The position is strongly value-based and directed at criticizing action (or the lack thereof).
2024-02-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The political position is sharply critical of the government’s fiscal policy and financial management. The speaker highlights the contradiction inherent in the state’s ability to locate funds for teachers’ salaries within ministerial budgets while simultaneously claiming an inability to abolish certain taxes. The focus is results-driven, underscoring the demands made by businesses for the contraction of state expenditures.
2024-01-23
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The political platform focuses on economic growth and innovation, emphasizing the necessity of adding value to Estonia's national resources (agriculture, forestry, oil shale). The speaker criticizes the government's actions, pointing out that innovation has remained superficial and that entrepreneurs lack the confidence needed for investment. The primary objective is to increase the prosperity of the Estonian people, thereby calling the government's effectiveness into question.
2024-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The political focus centers on the critical state of the electricity grid and ensuring security of supply, demanding a clear investment plan from the government to cover the estimated billion-euro funding gap. Criticism is aimed at the current inertia and the neglect of the living environment in rural areas. Furthermore, emphasis is placed on the contradiction between the recently enacted deforestation fee and the necessity of expanding power line corridors. The discussion is strongly results-oriented and values-driven, underscoring the need to maintain the integrity of the state.
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The political stance is highly critical of the government's economic policy, stressing the necessity of budget balance and protecting the economy. The criticism targets the absence of a concrete economic recovery plan and ambiguous decisions that have resulted in economic regression. The speaker urgently calls for clear economic positions and a cross-parliamentary agreement. The political framework is distinctly results-oriented and focuses on economic performance.
2024-01-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The political position focuses on the rapid elimination of the legal loophole related to the alienation of national defense lands, emphasizing that the current situation is "the height of absurdity" and contradicts the legislator's original intent. The position is strongly policy- and value-based, demanding proportionality from the state: if the state takes the land for national defense, it must also relinquish the designated purpose when the object is no longer required. The aim is to ensure that the primary national defense designation automatically ceases upon the execution of the state property alienation transaction.