By Plenary Sessions: Vladimir Arhipov

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.