By Plenary Sessions: Vadim Belobrovtsev

The speaker demonstrates expertise in the fields of taxation and social security, covering specific topics like pension indexation, income tax relief, the increase of duties, and the scheduling of various taxes (excise duties, car tax). They are capable of posing logical questions regarding the suitability and consistency of the government's policy.

The speaker demonstrates expertise in tax policy and budget planning, referencing specific sums (230 million and 554 million euros). Knowledge of the legal side of legislation is also emphasized, particularly concerning European Union law and the necessity of bringing the laws into alignment.

The speaker demonstrates expertise on the security and technical risks of e-elections, referencing international practice (Germany, Russia) and quoting Estonian IT experts, such as Sven Heiberg, a representative of Cybernetica AS. He is thorough in analyzing the procedural issues and the rules of procedure of the Riigikogu, highlighting the arbitrary compilation of amendments and the use of the confidence vote. He emphasizes that control over the voter application shifts away from the state election service and into the hands of Google and Apple.

The speaker demonstrates expertise in both strategic national defense positions (citing various politicians and generals) and social and demographic indicators. They use specific data, mentioning the Norstat survey, which showed the majority of the population opposing the exhibition, as well as the negative birth rate records set in March. They are also familiar with economic behavior, noting the search for investments and real estate outside of Estonia.

The speaker demonstrates considerable expertise regarding the financing systems for the culture and sports sectors, citing their previous experience as Deputy Mayor of Tallinn for culture. They are familiar with detailed projects (e.g., the Lasnamäe Olympic swimming pool) and know exactly which organizations (the School Sports Union, the Jõud Sports Union) the state has cut off from funding. They emphasize the lack of a structured system for state funding of large sports facilities, contrasting this with the existing system for cultural facilities.

The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding personnel policy and qualification requirements in the education sector, referencing the role of the Rajaleidja centers and the impact of the C1 language proficiency level on pedagogical staff. Knowledge is also highlighted concerning the differences between medical and pedagogical education, as well as the procedural delays in paying salary supplements to teachers in Ida-Virumaa.

The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the chronology of salary negotiations and the strike within the education sector, citing specific figures (the 8% promise, 1.7% implementation, 17 euros as a gross increase) and dates (the Vihula negotiations, January 1st, April 3rd). Furthermore, they are aware of the ongoing discussions concerning teacher workload, the career model, and working conditions.

The speaker demonstrates expertise in taxation and budget control, referencing the session of the State Budget Control Select Committee and the involvement of the Tax and Customs Board. Specific data is utilized from the Ministry of Finance's analysis concerning the 2027 pension level, and reference is made to the experiences of foreign countries (Portugal) regarding the effectiveness of the sugar tax. Knowledge of the results of the integration monitoring is also evident.

The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the crisis in the education sector, highlighting specific salary figures (promised 8%, actual 1.7%) and using statistics on teacher burnout (90% have experienced burnout). They are also aware of socio-political decisions concerning the taxation of pensions and the cutting of benefits for large families. The first speech also emphasizes procedural awareness by questioning the necessity of appealing to the National Audit Office.