By Plenary Sessions: Vadim Belobrovtsev
Total Sessions: 8
Fully Profiled: 8
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The primary opponents are the initiators of the draft legislation (implicitly, the ruling coalition), whose competence regarding security and constitutional issues is being challenged. The criticism targets both political decisions (specifically, the removal of voting rights, which generates resentment) and procedural deficiencies (the absence of an impact assessment and funding in the education sector). He/She also criticizes the session chair for granting a colleague too much time and engaging in a discussion with them over a point of procedure.
2024-11-20
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.
The main opponents are the Minister of Social Affairs and the Social Insurance Board, who are being criticized for causing inconvenience to pensioners and for avoiding responsibility. The criticism is intense and focuses on the unreasonableness of administrative decisions and the disregard shown for the Prime Minister's opinion.
2024-11-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session
The criticism is aimed squarely at the government and the Ministry of Internal Affairs, who stand accused of insufficient action in the fight against scam calls. Critics point out that tangible results are scarce and the overall situation is deteriorating. This criticism is rooted in both policy failures and poor performance, demanding that the government adopt a much more serious approach and finally step outside its comfort zone.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.
The speaker sharply criticizes the ruling coalition (the Reform Party, the Social Democratic Party, and Eesti 200) for its inability to draft a budget and cooperate with the opposition. The criticism is policy-driven, focusing on the government’s priorities and failed economic policies, which are leading the country into a "deep deadlock." Specific ministers (Ligi, the Minister of the Interior) are also criticized for providing vague or evasive answers.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The primary conflict is with the government, particularly the Minister of Finance (over budget integrity) and Minister of the Interior Lauri Läänemets. Criticism is directed at political decisions (tax increases) and the Interior Minister's persistent pressure on the local Orthodox Church, which is considered a potential infringement of the constitution.
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The main conflict is with the coalition, which is being criticized for rejecting positive initiatives and for its illogical behavior. The criticism is directed at the coalition's policies, which focus on raising taxes and excise duties, and quadrupling the specialist doctor's visit co-pay. The speaker doubts the coalition will take any initiative and believes their arguments for opposition don't hold water.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The opposition is directed at the government/prime minister, who is sharply criticized for economic failure. The criticism is performance-based, focusing on the question of why Estonia has fared the worst in Europe, despite the already difficult circumstances.
2024-11-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The opposition targets the government's budget policy, specifically the Social Democratic Party, which is accused of abandoning its ideology and principles by implementing cuts that disproportionately affect the poorest. The government is also criticized for neglecting its strategy for revitalizing rural areas.