By Plenary Sessions: Heljo Pikhof
Total Sessions: 34
Fully Profiled: 34
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker is working in cooperation with their parliamentary group, being one of the seven Social Democrats who submitted the interpellation. This cooperation is also evident in the reference made to the shared concerns of internal security experts and law enforcement bodies. There is no information regarding cooperation with the governing parties or other factions.
2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
Insufficient data.
2025-09-22
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
No data available
2025-09-15
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting
The speaker refers to the submission of a formal query ("we have submitted a query to you"), which necessitates cooperation with the faction or colleagues when drafting the document. There is no information regarding openness to compromise or cross-party cooperation.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker emphasized the bill’s broad support, noting that representatives of the Centre Party and EKRE have backed the idea alongside the Social Democrats. This indicates an effort to show that the issue enjoys support across party lines, despite the fact that the bill had previously been voted down in the Riigikogu.
2025-09-08
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates a willingness to find solutions and references previous collaboration with experts and doctors. Communication with the minister is direct and solution-oriented, expressing confidence that a resolution will be reached.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker works closely within the Culture Committee and the Social Democrats' parliamentary group, submitting draft legislation on their behalf. He/She refers to the possibility of cross-party cooperation, noting that the leading government party (the Reform Party) also supports abolishing kindergarten place fees. He/She stresses the committee's unanimous agreement regarding the time of the sitting, while criticizing the board's decision to change it.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker references the amendment proposal submitted by the Social Democrats to the state supplementary budget and expresses confidence that "a number of other parties" in the Riigikogu would support the principle of free kindergarten, pointing to potential broad-based cooperation on social issues. The style of cooperation is pragmatic and focused on achieving specific social goals.
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
No data available
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The style of cooperation is aimed at inviting other members of the Riigikogu to support the amendment proposed by the Social Democrats, which is being put forward for the benefit of children and the future of Estonia. Direct collaboration with the government partners is not mentioned; instead, the emphasis is placed on the leading government party (RE) fulfilling its election promises at the national level.
2025-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
There is insufficient data.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2025-05-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.
There is too little data.
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
No data available
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker collaborates with or represents the positions of the Estonian Trade Union Confederation, highlighting their concerns regarding the consequences of adopting the draft legislation. This points to a close alignment with the interests of organized labor.
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Not enough data.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.
There is not enough data.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The style of cooperation is open and inclusive, stressing the necessity of substantively involving research institutions and experts. The speaker extensively uses the viewpoints of research institutions (e.g., Tallinn University, the Academy of Sciences, the Estonian University of Life Sciences) to back up their arguments. They are calling for amendments to the draft bill by involving stakeholders between the first and second readings.
2025-02-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The style of cooperation is consensus-based concerning the committee's procedural decisions (e.g., placing a draft bill on the agenda). Active cooperation takes place with ministry officials (Ministry of Education and Research) and other members of the Riigikogu to map out various approaches to the problem. Cooperation with the Chancellor of Justice’s youth advisors is also referenced.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker calls upon all members of the Riigikogu to support the bill, emphasizing the necessity of creating a flexible and high-quality lifelong learning system. Specific cooperation with other factions or a readiness for compromise is not detailed, but broad-based support is desired.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker referred to cooperation with vocational schools in developing new curricula, noting that 18 new curricula are currently in development. This demonstrates a readiness to work alongside educational institutions in reforming the system. There is no data available regarding inter-party cooperation in the Riigikogu.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The style of cooperation is open and inclusive, especially in the preparation of legislation, where the views of many interest groups (including unions of teachers, parents, and local governments) have been heard and referenced. Agreement is also noted with the position of another politician (Varro Vooglaid) regarding the necessity of analyzing security risks. Five amendments have been submitted during the commission's work.
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2024-09-16
The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.
There is not enough data.
2024-06-12
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.
The cooperation is strong and consensual, as the Culture Committee adopted all decisions for the bill's progression by consensus. The Ministry of Education and Research is collaborating with vocational schools on the development of new curricula, and with the Unemployment Insurance Fund (Töötukassa), to offer exceptions to the paid education regulation for individuals with reduced work capacity or unemployed career changers.
2024-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.
Highly cooperative, noting that the committee's decisions regarding moving the draft bill to the final vote were adopted by consensus. They work closely with ministries and agencies (Ministry of Social Affairs, TTJA, Ministry of Culture) and convey their positions to the plenary session.
2024-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker emphasizes cooperation with their political party (the Social Democrats), specifically highlighting their consistent efforts to raise teachers' salaries. The communication style adopted with the minister and colleagues is respectful and collegial, demonstrating a clear readiness to support the passing of the long-awaited bill.
2024-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Cooperation is deemed essential, both domestically (the Government and Tallinn must find a solution) and internationally. It is stressed that the new building is a prerequisite for participating in international joint productions and projects involving opera and ballet theaters. Joint productions are described as the best way to guarantee a high artistic standard and cover expenses.
2024-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Good cooperation is emphasized with both the current minister and the Riigikogu Culture Committee. Reference is made to successful political cooperation, which has resulted in the implementation of measures important to the Social Democrats, such as support for children’s and youth hobby education and the ‘culture backpack.’
2024-04-03
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
At the committee level, consensus was reached regarding the procedural forwarding of the draft bill to the plenary session and setting the date for the final vote. Substantive cooperation is lacking, as the EKRE faction is accused of deliberately obstructing the proceedings with a massive number of amendments (200). The willingness to compromise is low because the parties view their respective positions (integration versus supporting repatriation) as fundamental matters of principle.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The style of cooperation is consensual, emphasizing the need for support from the Minister of Culture, the Cultural Committee, and the Council of the Cultural Endowment for the successful implementation of the legislative amendments. It is noted that the initiation of the draft bill was encouraged by the additional funds received, which indicates the indirect support provided by the government's tax policy.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Emphasizes broad cooperation with stakeholders and the Ministry of Culture during the preparation and clarification of the draft bill. It notes that the inclusion of the clause on financing cultural buildings was the committee's "joint decision," pointing to a consensus-based approach. It also acknowledges the need for cooperation with universities when determining scholarships.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The collaborative approach is evident in the committee's internal work, where decisions concerning the appointment of the lead committee's representative and the placement of the draft legislation on the plenary agenda were reached by consensus. The report mentions the active participation of several colleagues (Helme, Pikhof, Kivi, Kersna, Lukas) in the discussion, demonstrating openness to hearing the views of different factions.
2024-01-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The style of cooperation is open and consensual, emphasizing the need for public debate and agreement before reforms are implemented. Particularly important is close cooperation between local governments in establishing shared schools and community centers and in sharing teaching staff. The work of the Foresight Centre is acknowledged as a solid foundation for future progress.