By Plenary Sessions: Vadim Belobrovtsev
Total Sessions: 12
Fully Profiled: 12
2025-06-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary opposition is aimed at the committee or the majority responsible for the bill's expedited procedure, criticizing their justifications and the precedent they have set. The criticism is intense, focusing on procedural violations and constitutional doubts, and also citing the opposition of the President and the Chancellor of Justice.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker sharply criticizes the government majority, accusing them of violating the constitution and deliberately pushing through unconstitutional bills. The opposition is especially strong regarding the pressuring of a specific church (the Estonian Orthodox Church) through legislation, which is deemed unconstitutional. Furthermore, colleagues (Jaanus Karilaid) are also criticized for demagoguery and polarizing society.
2025-06-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The primary opposition is aimed at the bill’s initiators and supporters, who face criticism for procedural shortcomings and a failure to address risks. The criticism is intense and politically charged, stressing that crucial questions (regarding audits and consequences) remain unanswered. The speaker urges other members of the Riigikogu not to support the bill.
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The main confrontation is between the Ministry of Justice and the minister, who is being criticized for the decision to stop translating legislation into Russian. The criticism is intense and targets the minister's credibility, as it is alleged that the full truth regarding the financial reasons was not disclosed at the time. The possibility of a compromise has not been raised; instead, justification for the decision is being demanded.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The main opponents are the ruling government coalition (Reform Party, Estonia 200) and the parties currently in power in Tallinn. Criticism is directed at political opportunism (pre-election campaigns) and procedural irregularities, especially the deliberate advancement of a bill that conflicts with the constitution. The government is heavily criticized for causing a crisis of confidence with the trade unions due to the unilateral amendment of labor legislation.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.
The main opponent is the ruling coalition (Reform Party, Estonia 200, Social Democratic Party), which is being sharply criticized for its political decisions. The criticism is intense, accusing the government of making decisions that are detrimental to pensioners and are considered "shameful." The criticism is policy-based, focusing specifically on tax increases and the breaking of promises.
2025-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
The primary opponent is "the state, represented by the government," which is being criticized for failing to resolve a specific bottleneck (the funding of school meals). The criticism is intense and focuses on the government's inability to address the issue during budget negotiations and support previous legislative drafts. The opposition is policy- and performance-based.
2025-06-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Strong opposition is directed towards the Government of the Republic and coalition members, who are criticized for political decisions (taxes and cuts) and procedural errors (the mechanical voting down of proposals). Separately, Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna is criticized for statements that increase public uncertainty and fear of war. The criticism is primarily policy- and performance-based.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
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.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The primary opposition is aimed at the ruling coalition and the Minister of Education, who are criticized for failing to deliver on political promises and for presenting unrealistic budget plans. The criticism is intense, centering on both political and procedural failures, and specifically highlights the coalition's repeated rejection of legislative bills.
2025-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session
The main criticism is aimed at the Prime Minister, whose statements regarding aid to Latvia are considered irresponsible and illogical, given Estonia's own financial deficit. The criticism is intense and focuses on the head of government's priorities and capacity to manage the project.
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
Criticism is aimed at the activities of the government (the coalition), particularly concerning the lack of transparency in the budget and the implementation of qualification requirements for youth work. The intensity of the opposition is moderate, focusing on the quality and procedures of political decisions. The coalition agreement (between the Reform Party and Eesti 200) serves as the foundational policy document, the implementation of which is being called into question.