Agenda Profile: Evelin Poolamets
Draft law amending the Competition Act and, in connection therewith, amending other laws (609 SE) - first reading
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political position is critical and policy-driven, focusing on the practical consequences of the amendment to the Competition Act. The primary concerns involve the regulation of cross-border banks (SEB, Swedbank) and the resulting increase in administrative burden on the Competition Authority and the administrative courts. This stance is aimed at ensuring the efficiency and transparency of the draft bill's implementation.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise on the topics of competition law, banking regulation, and the administrative burden. Comparative statistics are utilized, highlighting the differences in service prices across Estonia, Sweden, and Finland. Direct reference is also made to the text of the draft law, which confirms the increased workload of the Competition Authority.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and interrogative, addressing both the Minister and the Commission representative respectfully. The tone is skeptical, particularly when challenging the Commission's assertions that the administrative burden will not increase, by referencing the written text ("written in black and white"). The emphasis is placed on logical arguments and the demand for specific data concerning resource requirements.
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Activity Patterns
The data indicates two speeches on the same date (2025-05-05) during the first reading of one specific draft law (Bill 609 SE). Broader patterns of activity are absent.
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Opposition Stance
The speaker challenges the Commission representative's assertions that the administrative burden will not increase, citing the text of the draft legislation, which indicates the contrary. The objection is both procedural and policy-based, criticizing the failure to provide concrete answers regarding the necessary resources (such as the number of additional staff).
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Collaboration Style
There is no data regarding cooperation, willingness to compromise, or cross-factional activity. The addresses were presented as direct and demanding questions to the minister and the commission representative.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on national legislation, but it includes a significant international dimension, concentrating on the activities of cross-border banks (SEB, Swedbank). Specific emphasis is also placed on comparing service prices in Estonia, Sweden, and Finland.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
The speaker emphasizes the need for effective regulation to ensure fair competition and lower service prices, particularly in the banking sector, where prices in Estonia are higher than in neighboring countries. Concern is also expressed regarding the growing administrative burden and the associated public sector costs.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
Not enough data
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Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is the draft bill amending the Competition Act (609 SE). The speaker is acting as a critical scrutinizer, demanding clarity regarding both the bill's impact on cross-border banks and the quantification of the associated administrative burden on the Competition Authority and the administrative courts.
2 Speeches Analyzed