By Plenary Sessions: Vadim Belobrovtsev

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When discussing social issues, emphasis is placed on the critical need to maintain the healthcare system and the problem of funding teachers' salary increases. Both of these topics have been designated as priorities, but deep skepticism is being expressed regarding the government's capacity to finance them.

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The primary social issue is the birth rate and the sense of security among families, which is being treated as a question of national continuity. It demands state support for large families and criticizes the reduction of benefits and the elimination of tax incentives. Furthermore, the question of the negative effect of war scaremongering on the birth rate is also being raised.

A central social theme revolves around organizing the transition of children with special educational needs (SEN) to Estonian-language instruction, stressing the necessity of an individualized approach and alleviating parental concerns. The stability of the education system and the preservation of teaching jobs are also being raised, particularly in relation to qualification requirements.

The main social focus is on the quality of education, teacher burnout, and supporting children with special educational needs. There is strong criticism regarding the situation where parents of SEN children are completely in the dark about the transition to Estonian-language instruction. The need to improve teachers' well-being and salaries to prevent strikes is also emphasized.

The social focus is directed towards supporting families and ensuring economic security. There is sharp criticism regarding the reduction of benefits for large families by 200 euros per month and the elimination of tax breaks for families with children. Emphasis is also placed on the growing difficulties people face in paying utility bills and the rise in unemployment.