Agenda Profile: Vadim Belobrovtsev
Inquiry Regarding the Kopli Commando (no. 774)
2025-09-22
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The political focus is strongly directed toward restoring the Kopli rescue station, highlighting the decline in safety and the growing risks for North Tallinn residents. The previous government (Läänemets, Kallas) is being criticized for setting the wrong priorities, specifically by favoring salary increases for officials over keeping the station operational. The stance is forceful, and concrete data has been presented regarding the consequences of these political decisions (e.g., deaths).
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates comprehensive knowledge regarding the rescue service budget and the specifics of the closure of the Kopli fire station, citing concrete figures (€800,000 in savings, €3.6 million in unspent funds). Specific data was also presented concerning the population growth in North Tallinn (from 60,000 to 100,000) and geographical risk factors (peninsula, wooden residential buildings).
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is critical and insistent, highlighting the threat to public safety and the illogical nature of the previous decision. Logical arguments are employed, based on specific facts (budget data, fatalities), and by quoting former ministers from the opposing parties. Concern is expressed regarding the state's increasing reliance on volunteers.
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Activity Patterns
The pattern of activity focuses on legislative oversight, submitting an interpellation (filed on May 13, 2024) and demanding answers from the Minister of the Interior. The speaker is actively engaged in analyzing the consequences of previous political decisions and highlighting new developments (e.g., the comprehensive plan).
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Opposition Stance
The main opponents are former Minister of the Interior Lauri Läänemets and Kaja Kallas, who are being criticized for closing the Kopli station and prioritizing pay raises for officials. The criticism is intense, accusing them either of incompetence or of deliberately moving in the wrong direction, despite having the necessary financial resources. The government’s overall direction is also being criticized, as it increases reliance on volunteers.
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Collaboration Style
Cooperation is emphasized at the level of the Centre Party faction and the former Tallinn City Government, highlighting the city's readiness to cover half of the costs associated with maintaining the unit. This demonstrates a willingness for a financial compromise between the local government and the state in order to preserve the public service.
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Regional Focus
The focus is almost entirely on Põhja-Tallinn (North Tallinn), emphasizing its rapid development, large population, and specific geographical and structural risk factors. Separate emphasis is placed on Paljassaare and the impact of the recently adopted Põhja-Tallinn comprehensive plan.
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Economic Views
Economic viewpoints stress the priority of funding public safety over officials' salary increases and criticize the Ministry of Interior's incompetent budget management. It is argued that the funds were available, making the cuts a matter of principle rather than a financial choice.
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Social Issues
A strong emphasis is placed on public safety and the quality of rescue services, contrasting professional service with volunteer efforts. Furthermore, concerns are raised regarding the education system, criticizing the teacher shortage and the use of unqualified personnel.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is directed, via an interpellation, towards changing the policy of the Ministry of the Interior and restoring the Kopli fire station. Reference is made to the North Tallinn comprehensive plan, adopted by the Tallinn City Council, as a new circumstance that requires the rapid modification of the emergency response network.
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