Session Profile: Vadim Belobrovtsev

The political stance is highly critical of the government's failure to regulate micro-mobility devices (e-scooters), stressing that the state has dropped the ball and the police are under-resourced to manage the situation. The primary political objective is to support granting greater powers to local authorities (particularly Tallinn) to restrict the number and placement of these scooters. The speaker delivers a sharp critique of the coalition's political culture, which is characterized by the automatic refusal to support opposition proposals. This position is chiefly directed at criticizing the government's performance and the inefficiency of the parliament.

The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding regulatory gaps and road safety concerning light personal mobility devices (e-scooters, small mopeds, microcars). Special emphasis is placed on the need to regulate the insurance system to ensure financial compensation for other road users (motorists, pedestrians) in the event of accidents. The specific requirements for driving microcars, which do not necessitate holding a driving license, are also highlighted.

The rhetorical style is critical and concerned, highlighting the logical consequences of government inaction and the deficiencies in political culture. Both logical arguments (insurance, police resources) and procedural critiques (coalition obstruction) are employed. The speaker uses irony, referencing the initial "super happy" posing of the Tallinn deputy mayors against the backdrop of the new mopeds.

The scope of activity is confined to participation in the plenary session, during which the speaker repeatedly poses questions and delivers an address concerning the regulation of micromobility devices. The speaker functions as an active critic of the legislative process, analyzing the procedural progress of similar draft legislation and the political resistance encountered. There are no references to events or meetings that occurred outside the Riigikogu.

The primary conflict is with the coalition, which is accused of automatically rejecting opposition initiatives, even those that might solve a significant problem. Criticism is also aimed at the former Tallinn authorities (deputy mayors from Isamaa and SDE), who initially supported the introduction of new light mobility devices onto the streets but later acknowledged the issue. The speaker views the coalition's conduct as uncivilized for parliamentary political culture.

The speaker supports cross-party cooperation, citing three similar draft bills that demonstrate widespread recognition of the issue. Emphasis is placed on the unanimous support (six parties) within the Tallinn City Council for the idea of amending the regulation. However, disappointment is simultaneously expressed regarding the representatives of the Social Democratic Party who failed to support the Centre Party's initiative in the committee, despite sharing a common objective.

The regional focus is heavily directed towards the capital, Tallinn, where, according to the speaker, the problem of regulating light personal mobility devices (scooters) is most acute. Reference is made to the actions of the Tallinn City Government and City Council, including press conferences and the City Council's unanimous support for gaining more regulatory freedom.

Economic perspectives center on regulating light mobility service providers (like Bolt) and ensuring they meet their mandatory insurance obligations. The speaker raises the question of whether the coalition's failure to act might be driven by the interests of specific companies. The primary focus is on guaranteeing the financial security of road users in the event of accidents.

The social issues addressed include traffic safety and public order, specifically those stemming from the proliferation of light personal transporters (LPTs), including microcars. Particular emphasis is placed on the risks associated with underage or intoxicated drivers, as well as the police's inability to effectively monitor these violations. Crucially, ensuring the safety and adequate insurance coverage for other road users (pedestrians and motorists) must be guaranteed.

The legislative focus is directed toward expanding the rights of local municipalities in regulating the number and placement of micro-mobility devices. The speaker is acting as a proponent, supporting one of the three analogous draft bills put forward by the opposition. Criticism is being leveled against the coalition’s actions, which resulted in a related bill on the same subject already being dropped from the legislative proceedings.