By Plenary Sessions: Vladimir Arhipov
Total Sessions: 99
Fully Profiled: 99
2025-10-16
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The political stance is strongly critical of society and anti-government. The main issues are the low level of subsistence benefits, insufficient funding for school meals, and the country's economic decline ("in a deep hole"). The criticism targets the failure of government policy and the cynical attitude toward the concerns of ordinary people. The focus is value-based, contrasting with the individualistic worldview that ignores social security.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The political focus is centered on tax policy, particularly the motor vehicle tax, which he/she calls "the most hated tax" by the public. He/She emphasizes the impact of these measures (both relief and taxation) on specific groups of people and public opinion. His/Her stance is strongly critical of unpopular taxes and the absence of alternatives.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The political focus is aimed at underscoring the nation's economic uncertainty and the decline in consumer confidence. The speaker questions the stability of the government's economic policy and asks whether the tax hikes are the primary source of these issues. The stance is overtly critical of the government's economic performance, specifically emphasizing a results-based framework.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The most prominent issues are the fierce opposition to the car tax, which is directly linked to low public confidence in the government, and the alleviation of social inequality. The politician is calling for the abolition of the car tax and a substantial increase in state funding for school meals, stressing a value-based approach where security and social welfare take precedence. There is also firm opposition to the transfer of foreign criminals to Estonia, citing a threat to the nation's sovereignty and security.
2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The speaker strongly supports state security and crisis management measures, including the public warning system and the mandate for international military operations. He/She emphasizes Estonia's credibility among its allies and the principles of mutual assistance. Although a member of the Centre Party faction, the speaker demonstrates a willingness to support the government's security initiatives in the interest of national security.
2025-09-24
15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing
The Speaker clearly adopts a critical stance regarding the government's economic policy, focusing on the budget deficit, tax hikes, and the slowdown in economic growth. He strongly emphasizes the government's contradictions, arguing that the minister's promises do not align with reality. This position is distinctly pro-opposition and aimed at casting doubt on the government's economic competence.
2025-09-22
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker consistently adopts a strong opposition stance against the government, leveling sharp criticism at the functioning of the legal system, tax policy, and security decisions alike. They are particularly vocal in their opposition to bringing Swedish prisoners into Estonia and to the state budget's tax reform, which they consider unjust towards the poor. Their rhetoric is value-based, stressing justice, human dignity, and the state's obligation to protect the most vulnerable.
2025-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.
The speaker consistently adopts an oppositional stance toward the government, sharply criticizing the disregard for constitutional principles in the matter of the church law. They emphasize the importance of safeguarding the constitution and respecting the democratic order, while expressing concern over the ignoring of presidential decisions. Furthermore, they support the amendments to the emergency law, but demand a clear funding model and realistic implementation.
2025-09-15
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting
The speaker adopts a distinctly oppositional stance towards the government's policy, strongly criticizing the slow decision-making process and inadequate funding. He emphasizes the protection of local government rights and demands greater discretion when differentiating the land tax rate. He supports the systematic raising of cultural workers' salaries and the standardization of school meals across the country.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker focuses heavily on the accessibility and quality of public services, particularly in healthcare, where they criticize the length of waiting lists and the inequality created by private (paid) medicine. They support strengthening the role of local governments during crises but demand adequate funding and training from the state. Furthermore, they advocate for improving youth employment through student work brigades and other social projects.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing
The speaker is clearly adopting an oppositional stance regarding the government’s tax policy, strongly criticizing the introduction of new taxes at a time when the state has an 800 million euro budget surplus. Specifically, the speaker demands a reduction in the overall tax burden and a lowering of VAT on food, citing the example of Sweden. This position is clearly focused on economic policy and calls for the government to take responsibility for easing the load on individuals and businesses.
2025-09-08
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker heavily focuses on labor market policy, emphasizing the importance of youth employment and developing the local workforce. They express clear opposition to increasing immigration, preferring instead to invest in the training and upskilling of existing unemployed individuals. This position is pragmatic and aimed at preventing long-term social problems.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker supports the positions of the Centre Party faction and demonstrates a readiness to cooperate with other factions in achieving shared objectives. He expresses strong support for improving the parliament's rules of procedure and implementing a more efficient workflow.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The position strongly focuses on protecting citizens from fraud and alleviating economic hardship. It vigorously supports parliamentary intervention in cases of slow government action, particularly regarding the fight against fraud and increasing subsistence benefits. It criticizes the government's delay on crucial issues, such as raising the subsistence level, which may not take effect until 2027.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The speaker adopts a clearly opposing stance regarding the government's immigration policy, strongly objecting to the proposed increase in the labor quota for third-country nationals from 1,300 to 4,000. They stress that the priority must be securing employment and providing retraining for local residents, rather than importing foreign labor. Their position is value-driven, centered on protecting the interests of the Estonian people.
2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
The Speaker takes a clearly critical stance toward the government’s policy, strongly emphasizing the negative impact of tax hikes on the Estonian people. His position is that the government is unable to provide viable solutions in critical areas such as waste management and crisis preparedness. The Speaker expresses skepticism regarding the technical feasibility of the EE-ALARM system, calling it "technically impossible."
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker clearly represents the Centre Party's stance, consistently opposing the government's policies. They strongly oppose raising the tax burden and any attempts to curb workers' rights. The importance of social security and economic guarantees is stressed, as they question the government's priorities regarding the balance between security and the economy.
2025-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
The speaker clearly adopts a critical stance toward the government's economic policy, specifically regarding tax increases and measures related to the green transition. He emphasizes that the government's decisions have hindered the growth of economic productivity and calls into question the implementation of the green transition without clear economic justification.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker focuses primarily on economic issues, especially inflation and excise policy, adopting a critical stance toward the government's decisions. There is strong support for increasing the autonomy of local governments, criticizing the current situation where the state takes away responsibilities but delegates the decision-making burden to local municipalities.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The speaker clearly takes a stand on the necessity of reforming the education system, stressing the paramount importance of vocational and applied higher education. They express strong opposition to raising the immigration quota to 4000, arguing that such a move is unnecessary if local workforce training is improved. This position is clearly aimed at boosting Estonia's self-reliance in the labor sector.
2025-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session
The speaker heavily focuses on employment issues, emphasizing the necessity of prioritizing local workers over foreign nationals. They take a clear position that the government ought to be working harder to help unemployed Estonians find jobs, instead of immediately leaning on foreign labor. This stance is sharply critical of the government's current employment policy.
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The speaker adopts a distinctly oppositional stance on the government's financial policy, criticizing the use of borrowed funds to increase the share capital of state-owned companies amid a budget deficit. Regarding energy policy, he strongly advocates for the preservation of oil shale energy, questioning the government's shifting rhetoric concerning renewable energy capacity. Across all issues, he stresses the necessity of responsible fiscal policy and criticizes the government's inconsistency.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker focuses on energy policy, emphasizing the need for both clean air and affordable electricity. He acknowledges that different political forces may choose different paths to achieve these goals, but does not take a clear stance on the issue of using oil shale.
2025-05-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.
The speaker focuses heavily on security and defense issues, demanding clear answers regarding the tanker incident in Estonian waters. He/She stresses the public's right to be informed about the legal basis and accountability of the state's security operations. The speaker takes a firm stance that political decisions must be transparent and grounded in the rule of law.
2025-05-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker adopts a clearly oppositional stance regarding the tax hikes implemented by the Reform Party government, strongly criticizing the increase of both income tax and VAT to 24%. They emphasize that the tax burden is being unfairly placed on the shoulders of the working populace, while simultaneously demanding cuts in state spending and a more equitable distribution of the tax burden. The speaker accuses the government of outright lying, given that the security tax, which was initially promised to be temporary, is now being made permanent.
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker focuses primarily on infrastructure policy and economic issues, expressing a critical stance towards the Rail Baltic project due to its vulnerability. He supports considering alternative solutions, such as developing Via Baltica as a parallel connection. Regarding the involvement of youth in the agricultural sector, he demonstrates a constructive approach, actively seeking solutions to the sector's problems.
2025-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker is taking a clear position on the shortage of specialists in kindergartens within Russian-speaking municipalities, stressing the urgent need for practical solutions. They strongly criticize the ENIC/NARIC decision to stop recognizing the diplomas of specialists from third countries following the start of the war in Ukraine, viewing this as a major impediment to providing assistance to children with special needs.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The commentator clearly welcomes the Law on Churches and Congregations, strongly supporting religious freedom and the rights of religious communities. He criticizes the government's policy as an anti-Christian attack and supports President Alar Karis's decision not to promulgate the law. The position is value-based, emphasizing constitutional rights and religious tolerance.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.
The speaker places a strong emphasis on socio-economic problems, particularly the difficulties faced by the elderly and low-income individuals in making ends meet. They take a clear stance that the state must actively intervene to resolve the cost of living crisis and restore citizens' sense of security. The speaker stresses the state's responsibility toward the people who built this country.
2025-05-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker clearly takes a stance in favor of strengthening the state's role in the social sphere, specifically supporting baseline state funding for school lunches. Regarding the issue of oil shale energy, they express strong opposition to the government's plans, stressing the lack of a democratic mandate and demanding a national referendum. Both positions reflect a social democratic approach, prioritizing the role of the state and public opinion.
2025-05-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
The speaker adopts a clearly oppositional stance towards the coalition of the Reform Party and Eesti 200, strongly criticizing the neglect of the social sector within the coalition agreement. They demand concrete steps for the automatic indexation of subsistence benefits and the restoration of the benefit for single pensioners. The speaker emphasizes the state's obligation to care for its most vulnerable residents and consistently advocates for the strengthening of social protection.
2025-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker focuses heavily on issues concerning the oversight of the legal system and public administration, emphasizing the need for effective coordination among various ministries. The position clearly advocates for a systemic approach when ensuring the protection of vulnerable individuals.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker clearly represents opposition viewpoints, supporting the Centre Party and criticizing government policy. There is strong resistance to tax hikes (VAT, excise duties, electricity tax), emphasizing their negative impact on ordinary citizens and pensioners. The speaker supports amendments to the cybersecurity act but warns against the dangers of bureaucracy and excessive formality. Consistent criticism is leveled at the government’s social policy, particularly concerning the unemployment benefit reform.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The speaker takes a clear stance in favor of reducing VAT on foodstuffs, pointing out that many European countries have used this measure to mitigate rising food prices. He/She strongly criticizes the tax hikes, laying the blame on the parties of the previous government, including the Social Democratic Party. The speaker emphasizes the importance of food security from both an economic and a security policy perspective.
2025-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker focuses on social policy, specifically on improving the situation of pensioners. They adopt a distinctly critical stance regarding the government's handling of the current pension system, highlighting the decline in real pensions and the negative impact of rising prices.
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker clearly adopts an oppositional stance towards the government, heavily criticizing the absence of a regional policy and the failure of the social welfare reform. They stress the necessity of practical solutions over mere analyses and call on the government to cooperate with the Centre Party. This position is defined by strong support for the well-being of rural areas and the elderly.
2025-04-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker is focusing on energy policy matters, specifically the planning of wind farms. They express a critical view regarding the sheer number of wind farms, questioning whether too many are being planned or if they are even necessary at all. The speaker demands clarity concerning alternatives, which suggests a skeptical attitude towards the current energy policy.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker strongly supports the amendment to the Emergency Situation Act, stressing the importance of legislative clarity regarding vital services. While acknowledging that the existing law already permits the imposition of necessary requirements, the speaker deems clarity at the statutory level more crucial than regulation through decrees or circulars. Furthermore, the speaker criticizes the handling of the law concerning compensation for reservists, labeling it unfair.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The speaker adopts a clear position on citizen protection matters, emphasizing both minor daily issues (such as fraud) and critical infrastructure concerns (like sirens). This stance is moderately critical of the government's priorities, urging them to also address smaller problems that are nonetheless significant to the public.
2025-04-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker adopts a clearly critical stance on e-voting, highlighting the security risks and the public’s widespread distrust of electronic elections. The position is highly cautious, with the speaker demanding increased transparency and the establishment of an oversight commission to restore public confidence.
2025-04-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker takes a clear stance supporting the reduction of VAT on foodstuffs, forcefully stressing that food is not a luxury, but a fundamental necessity. He criticizes the government's policy, labeling it ideologically driven, and argues that a "right-wing government" should grasp the economic implications of lowering the VAT rate. This position is value-based, centered on family well-being and social concerns.
2025-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The speaker takes a clear stance in favor of equalizing teacher salaries across Estonia, criticizing the elevated pay for teachers in Ida-Virumaa as an unfair measure that exacerbates the problem of teacher distribution. They strongly oppose the implementation of language proficiency requirements, which push experienced educators out of the labor market, emphasizing the value of practical experience over formal requirements.
2025-04-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker clearly adopts an oppositional stance toward the government, criticizing the Prime Minister’s low approval rating (22%) and posing specific questions regarding government policy. They stress the need for practical results concerning funding for the defense industry and the fisheries sector, demonstrating a strong focus on resolving economic issues.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker clearly opposes the revocation of voting rights for non-citizens in local elections, asserting that this is a political maneuver designed to eliminate competitors. They strongly support religious freedom and the continuation of integration programs, arguing that integration has, in fact, been successful. The speaker emphasizes the importance of protecting democratic principles and constitutional rights.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
This position strongly focuses on preserving historical memory and upholding the state's obligation to honor the memory of the War of Independence fighters. It emphasizes that the upkeep of War of Independence monuments reflects the state's attitude toward its past and its heroes. It calls for concrete steps from the government to restore the Hiiumaa War of Independence monument, stressing its significance for the entire Estonian nation.
2025-03-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
The speaker adopts a balanced approach to energy policy, considering both the potential for utilizing natural resources and the sensible development of the green transition. This position demonstrates a pragmatic attitude, avoiding extreme solutions and instead seeking a balance between fossil fuels and green energy.
2025-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker focuses on border policy issues, expressing concern about the possible consequences of completely closing the borders. The stance is cautious and human-centered, emphasizing the importance of maintaining family ties.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The commentator clearly takes a critical position toward the government, accusing it of indecisiveness and avoiding responsibility. They strongly support increasing national defense funding, specifically the indexing of compensation for reservists and the retention of experienced defense personnel in service. The text emphasizes the Riigikogu's role as a decision-maker, not a supplicant, and demands swift action on national security issues.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.
The speaker adopts a distinctly critical stance on the government’s economic policy, highlighting the decline of the Estonian economy since the first quarter of 2021 and the deterioration of people's ability to cope financially. They express strong skepticism regarding the offshore wind farm project, voicing concerns about the use of taxpayer money and the prospect of subsequent higher fees. This viewpoint is clearly aligned with the opposition and is sharply critical of the government’s decisions.
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker focuses on demographic policy and the topic of family benefits, expressing strong criticism regarding the government's slow pace of action. They emphasize the need for faster results so that Estonian families can "peacefully start having children."
2025-03-12
The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.
The speaker is heavily focused on issues concerning Estonian national security and independence, particularly concerning the potential conclusion of the war in Ukraine. This stance is clearly geared towards long-term strategic planning, emphasizing the necessity of preparing measures to ensure Estonia's security once the conflict ends.
2025-03-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker focuses on tax policy issues, supporting the government's changes to tax policy as a positive step. They emphasize the need for tax relief for people so they can better manage their finances, which indicates that citizen welfare is a priority within the tax policy framework.
2025-03-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The Speaker strongly supports the establishment of a commission of inquiry into the Estonian aviation sector, demonstrating a clear interest in analyzing the failures of national aviation policy. His position is that Nordica's failure stems primarily from poor management, not a lack of funding. He also expresses concern about other major projects, particularly Rail Baltic.
2025-02-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker adopts a clearly critical stance toward the government's green energy policy, questioning the effectiveness of the 2.6 billion investment and the supposed affordability of green energy. They stress with deep skepticism that the promises surrounding green energy are unreliable, citing personal experience with costly "green packages."
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The critic vehemently rejects the constitutional amendment bill that restricts voting rights, labeling it collective punishment and anti-democratic. He emphasizes that the right to vote is a fundamental right for all permanent residents of Estonia, not a privilege. This stance is value-based, focusing on the principles of democracy and human rights.
2025-02-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session.
The speaker strongly supports the continuation and expansion of state funding for national sports facilities. He emphasizes the role of the Centre Party's initiative in the construction of football halls and seeks similar support for the establishment of ice rinks and skating venues. This position is clearly politically focused, highlighting his party's achievements in sports infrastructure.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting
The commentator adopts a distinctly conservative and pragmatic stance on energy security, strongly advocating for the retention of oil shale power plants, viewing them as essential for national defense. Regarding freedom of religion and communal rights, he champions the protection of minorities, criticizing government actions that he believes are fracturing society. His position is clearly oppositional, underscoring the critical importance of national security and social cohesion.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
The speaker focuses heavily on social and economic issues, clearly supporting a reduction in VAT on foodstuffs to assist low-income earners. They take a firm position on the necessity of reforming military personnel pensions, highlighting the long-standing problems associated with this matter. The speaker is critical of the government's tax policy and demands concrete solutions for the economic situation of the populace.
2025-02-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker adopts a clearly oppositional stance, criticizing the government’s fiscal policy and calling for the implementation of a bank tax. They strongly emphasize the necessity of social justice and support raising wages for public sector employees. These positions are value-based, centered on questions of societal fairness.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker clearly represents the views of the opposition, strongly emphasizing that over 70% of the population supports the opposition, and demanding that the government include opposition politicians more significantly in the decision-making process. These political positions are directed toward criticizing the government and calling for constructive cooperation.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The speaker focuses on issues concerning the democratic decision-making process, emphasizing the Riigikogu's role in making crucial national investment decisions. They express clear concern that the 2.6 billion euro green energy investment could bypass parliamentary debate and be limited solely to an agreement between the leaders of three political parties.
2025-01-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
The speaker focuses intensely on social issues, particularly the insufficient level of subsistence benefits and the effect of tax increases on low-income individuals. They adopt a clearly critical stance towards the government's social policy, highlighting the disparity between the salary hikes for state officials and the actual level of subsistence benefits. The speaker supports increasing national defense funding but demands clear funding sources, including the consideration of a bank tax.
2025-01-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker focuses on security issues, particularly combating online fraud and scams. He takes a clearly supportive stance regarding increased cooperation between government agencies to mitigate security risks.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
The speaker adopts a clearly oppositional stance toward the governing coalition, strongly criticizing the tax increases and deficiencies in social policy. He highlights the financial struggles of the Estonian people in making ends meet and demands relief, arguing that the subsistence allowance provided is ridiculous. Furthermore, the speaker accuses the Reform Party of pre-election deception, noting that the tax hikes were not discussed before the elections.
2025-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The speaker heavily focuses on criticizing the healthcare system, highlighting the doctor shortage, long waiting times, and issues with service accessibility. They take a distinctly critical stance toward the government's healthcare policy, demanding concrete solutions for the recruitment of new family doctors and the improvement of services in rural areas. Furthermore, they criticize the government's tax policy, referencing the "tax sprees" and demanding a clear strategy.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The Speaker strongly supports the construction of the Tallinn Hospital, while criticizing its politicization and expressing optimism about the project. He adopts a critical stance regarding the healthcare system, highlighting issues concerning the accessibility of free services and lengthy waiting lists. As a member of the Centre Party, he views the upcoming elections as an anticipated opportunity for the public to assess the current government.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The speaker adopts a distinctly critical stance toward the government's infrastructure projects, particularly regarding the Tallinn-Vilnius rail line. They express strong skepticism about the project's justification and efficacy, highlighting the waste of taxpayer money during a difficult economic period. This position is clearly oppositional and aimed at challenging the validity of the government's decisions.
2025-01-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker focuses heavily on energy security issues, advocating for the continued use of oil shale and the search for technological solutions to meet the European Union's emissions requirements. They express concern regarding regional policy, criticizing the consolidation and closure of public services in local areas. The speaker stresses the need to strike a balance between national austerity measures and preserving the citizens' sense of fairness and entitlement.
2024-12-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing
The speaker focuses primarily on strengthening the crisis management capacity of local authorities and issues related to financing the cultural sector. He strongly supports increasing funding for local government crisis managers, arguing that the current net sum of 500 euros is insufficient. In the cultural sphere, he expresses concern over salary cuts for employees and demands a public referendum be held regarding the fate of the Estonia Theatre, supporting the Center Party's proposal.
2024-12-12
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker strongly advocates for increased government transparency, particularly regarding the public disclosure of representation costs. They adopt a distinctly critical stance toward the government's fiscal policy, highlighting unwarranted budget cuts and the overall lack of clarity in the budget. Furthermore, they indicate moderate support for the opposition member's transparency improvement initiative.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The Speaker adopts a distinctly oppositional stance concerning the government's economic policy, heavily criticizing the continuation of the so-called "tax hike frenzy." Regarding the sale of Operail, concerns are expressed over both the valuation (price) and security aspects. These positions are clearly contrary to the government's decisions and underscore the deterioration of the public's situation.
2024-12-10
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker supports the implementation of an attendance monitoring system for members of the Riigikogu, drawing a comparison to the evaluation systems used in schools and higher education institutions. While the stance is moderately supportive, it also raises a critical question regarding the system's overall effectiveness.
2024-12-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
The speaker adopts a clearly critical stance on mining, drawing on personal experience from the Maardu Phosphorite era. They express strong concern over environmental pollution and skepticism about the ability of new technologies to prevent the problems encountered previously. Regarding the issue of Syrian refugees, the speaker seeks clarification on the government's position but does not disclose their own stance.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker clearly takes an opposition stance against the government's tax hikes, strongly criticizing the excise duty increases on alcohol, tobacco, and fuel, as well as the so-called security tax. They emphasize that these taxes primarily harm the poorer segments of the population and call them PR stunts designed solely to fill the state treasury. The speaker claims that the government hasn't passed "a single decent law" and demands transparency regarding the true objectives of the tax increases.
2024-12-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The speaker adopts a clear position regarding social cohesion and integration, criticizing the government's inconsistent approach. He/She firmly supports the preservation of suffrage for all members of society and calls into question the government's rhetoric about societal unity when, simultaneously, people may be disenfranchised.
2024-12-02
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
He articulates strong opposition to the government’s tax policy, particularly the increase in excise duties and the introduction of new taxes. He argues that this tax policy is driving a wedge between the state and the people, alienating citizens from the government. He supports more proactive state investments, especially focusing on road construction during the economic crisis.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker adopts a clearly opposing stance on restricting voting rights, arguing that it undermines democracy and national security. He connects internal security with social cohesion and warns that the exclusion of 130,000 people could turn them against the state. The speaker stresses that the true objective is to weaken political competition, specifically the Centre Party.
2024-11-20
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.
The position strongly articulates a social democratic platform, centering on the protection of the most vulnerable groups: the elderly, low-income earners, and families with many children. It adopts a clearly adversarial position concerning the government’s tax hikes and cuts to benefits. It stresses the necessity of targeted support and criticizes the current policy as both inadequate and unfair.
2024-11-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session
The speaker adopts a distinctly critical stance regarding the government’s engagement practices, emphasizing that mere formal consultation yields no real results. They strongly advocate for the interests of pensioners and demand that the majority opinion be genuinely taken into account, rather than just being superficially acknowledged.
2024-11-07
15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker adopts a clearly oppositional stance toward the governing coalition, accusing it of neglecting the populace and failing to deliver on political promises. He strongly advocates for a reduction of the VAT rate in the catering sector, stressing its crucial importance for the welfare of the Estonian people. Furthermore, he criticizes the government's decisions concerning Rail Baltic and rolling stock issues, asserting that the country is "at a standstill."
2024-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker clearly adopts a stance in support of extending foreign missions, heavily emphasizing Estonia's international obligations and alliance relationships. Regarding the issue of infrastructure taxes, clear opposition is voiced, but a constructive alternative is offered: directing the funds to a dedicated, purpose-specific fund for road and environmental maintenance. Both positions are fundamentally motivated and strongly articulated.
2024-11-06
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing
The speaker firmly supports the shift to Estonian-language education but voices realistic concerns regarding its practical implementation. They stress the necessity of guaranteeing the accessibility and quality of education throughout the transition period, with a specific focus on teacher training and qualifications.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The speaker strongly supports European Union integration but emphasizes the need for reduced bureaucracy and administrative simplification. They champion democratic values, the principles of the rule of law, and the protection of member state sovereignty. The speaker advocates for a balanced approach, ensuring that EU policy is effective but does not burden member states with excessive regulations and reporting requirements.
2024-11-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker clearly states their position that current anti-drug measures are insufficient and demands stricter legislative solutions. They express strong concern over the worsening drug problem, emphasizing that the situation has not improved over the years. Regarding regional policy issues, they demand clear answers concerning the closure of schools and the construction of the government building.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker primarily focuses on issues of government accountability and fairness, expressing a critical stance regarding the financing of obligations the state imposes on local authorities. A strong position is taken concerning the unfair tax burden associated with the caregiver allowance, where the state mandates duties for local governments (LGUs) but leaves them responsible for covering the social tax burden.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The speaker takes a clear stance on protecting the welfare of pensioners, strongly emphasizing the state's responsibility for improving the quality of life for the elderly. The speaker is critical of the government's decision to stop funding the fixed costs of pensioners' associations, which he considers unfair. The position is value-based, focusing on the need for social justice and support for vulnerable groups.
2024-10-07
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker focuses on infrastructure policy, particularly transport issues. They strongly support the Rail Baltic and Via Baltica projects and demand a clear government strategy for paving gravel roads. The position taken is constructively critical, seeking specific answers regarding infrastructure development.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker is heavily focused on supporting local authorities and ensuring regional balance. They express clear concern over the growing administrative burden placed on municipalities and call for state support to cover these costs. The speaker criticizes the "take from one, give to another" approach within the context of regional policy, emphasizing that this ultimately impoverishes everyone in the long term.
2024-09-23
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker takes a clear position on Estonian foreign policy matters, strongly advocating for the retention of the Estonian Consulate General in New York while critically questioning the rationale behind its proposed closure. He/She expresses concern regarding the government's austerity measures, arguing that they are targeting the wrong areas, specifically mentioning cuts to extracurricular activities and pension indexation. Furthermore, the speaker shows interest in strengthening Estonian-Israeli relations by moving the embassy to Jerusalem.
2024-09-19
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker clearly adopts a left-leaning, protective stance toward society's most vulnerable groups. He strongly criticizes the government’s cuts to extracurricular education and pension indexation, stressing that these measures primarily impact poorer children and pensioners. The speaker demands concrete measures to protect families and supports a greater role for the state in providing social assistance.
2024-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker focuses on the state's crisis preparedness and the resilience of vital services, highlighting the importance of digital services and cybersecurity services. The speaker adopts a constructive but critical stance regarding the current legislation, asking clarifying questions about the rationale for a four-year risk analysis cycle during turbulent times.
2024-09-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The speaker adopts a clear stance on the solidarity-based sharing of NATO defense spending, strongly emphasizing that all allied nations must meet the 2% commitment. This position firmly supports Estonia's current contribution while being demanding of other countries.
2024-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker adopts a distinctly critical stance regarding the performance-based budget, expressing strong concern over issues of transparency and accountability. He emphasizes the importance of the budget's legal basis and calls into question the necessity of the proposed budget amendment.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The speaker adopted a firm stance on national defense matters, backing the increase of defense spending to 5% of GDP while stressing the necessity of developing civil defense capabilities. He criticized the previous administration for unnecessarily alarming the public about the likelihood of military conflict. Furthermore, he voiced moderate concern over the proposed plans to revoke the voting rights of Russian and Belarusian citizens, arguing that such a move could exacerbate existing societal rifts.
2024-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker takes a clear stance in favor of increasing flexibility in the implementation of the education reform. He strongly supports easing bureaucratic requirements and granting local governments greater autonomy in assessing teachers' language proficiency. The stance is pragmatic and focused on solving practical problems.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
The speaker clearly adopts a critical stance towards the governing coalition, focusing specifically on issues concerning the utilization of the state's fiscal resources. The credibility of the coalition's austerity rhetoric is heavily scrutinized, citing the contradiction between high remuneration and the hiring of advisors. Furthermore, criticism is leveled against the transport policy, particularly regarding the use of the concept of solidarity.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker clearly advocates for reducing bureaucracy, arguing that car tax exemptions would be simpler than compensation mechanisms. He strongly criticizes the redistribution of funds among local municipalities, even comparing it to collectivization. He demands the restoration of the previous tax system, which would ensure fairer treatment for all local governments.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The speaker is focusing on issues of equity in local government financing, specifically calling for the remediation of the consequences resulting from the land tax reassessment. The stance is clearly supportive of the affected municipalities and insistent regarding the government's fulfillment of its promises.
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
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