Agenda Profile: Reili Rand
Draft Law Amending the Employment Contracts Act and Other Acts (602 SE) – First Reading
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political position is strongly opposed to the expansion of the draft bill, which would allow casual wage contracts for all employees. This stance is driven by concerns regarding the lack of social dialogue and the negative impact that unstable forms of employment have on wage poverty. The reliance on data and evidence-based knowledge has been lost; decisions are being made purely based on the minister’s preferences.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in labor law and employment forms (casual wage contracts), distinguishing the initial target-group-specific approach (e.g., students, pensioners) from the current broad-scope draft bill. This expertise is further reflected in the emphasis on the procedural significance of social dialogue and negotiations with labor market stakeholders.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is critical and accusatory, expressing frustration with the government's decision-making processes. Sharp language is employed (e.g., "social dialogue completely thrown into the trash") and logical arguments are stressed, focusing on the disappearance of data-driven policy and the failure to assess social consequences.
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Activity Patterns
Not enough data.
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Opposition Stance
The main confrontation is aimed at the government and the minister, who are sharply criticized for ignoring social dialogue and basing decisions purely on personal preference. The criticism is procedural, as the content of the draft legislation was unexpectedly broadened without negotiation with the relevant parties. The opposition is intense, pointing to the loss of evidence-based policy following the Social Democrats' departure from the government.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker strongly emphasizes the necessity of social dialogue and negotiations with labor market parties in the legislative process, referencing a previous agreement regarding a target-group-specific solution. In the current context, the government is criticized for completely abandoning cooperation, as the expansion was carried out without discussion.
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Regional Focus
Not enough data.
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Economic Views
Economic views tend to favor labor protection, opposing the expansion of unstable employment models. There is concern that the proliferation of casual pay will exacerbate wage poverty and deprive workers of stable income and social guarantees. Stable employment and social security are preferred.
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Social Issues
The main social concern is the deepening of wage poverty and the loss of social guarantees, which stems from unstable forms of employment becoming increasingly prevalent. The need to protect workers by guaranteeing stable income is emphasized, in opposition to the widespread implementation of the draft bill.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on opposing Bill 602 SE, which concerns extending casual employment contracts to all employees. The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill's current broad version, which deviates from the original target-group-specific plan negotiated with the parties involved.
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