By Plenary Sessions: Urmas Reinsalu
Total Sessions: 126
Fully Profiled: 126
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The main opponent is the government, which is sharply criticized both procedurally (for the lack of clear standpoints regarding the EU financial perspective) and politically. The government's financial policy is being called a "bungling course," which is leading to an unpredictable situation, a new tax festival, and uncertainty for investors.
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
The main confrontation is directed at the government (the prime minister and the finance minister) and the Reform Party, criticizing their fiscal policy as "unmanageable." The criticism is policy-based, focusing on the budget deficit and the use of borrowed funds to implement the Reform Party's "tax hump" project. The intensity of the attack is high, accusing the government of irresponsible financial policy.
2025-10-13
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The main opponents are the governing coalition and its key figures (the Minister of Finance, Michal, Ligi, Kallas). The criticism is intense and policy-driven, accusing the government of erratic tax policy changes, wrecking the economy, and incompetence. The speaker believes that the government has lost control over expenditures and is laying the groundwork for new tax increases, which must therefore be abandoned.
2025-10-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The main opponent is the coalition government led by the Reform Party, which is accused of conducting an "experiment of a unique nature" on the Estonian economy. Criticism is intense and focuses on policy failures (the tax experiment, the destruction of trust) and the government's incompetence ("a clumsy political agenda"). The speaker also notes that the coalition members themselves do not believe their own rhetoric, given that they walked out of the debate.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The main targets of criticism are the Prime Minister (for fiscal dishonesty) and the Minister of the Interior/Government (for violating fundamental rights and using improper procedure). The criticism is intense and directed both at policy (expanding surveillance/pressure) and procedure (covertly slipping legislation through). The speaker declares that the government has lost confidence, and consequently, it is impossible to support their bills.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
The primary criticism is directed at the Prime Minister and the Reform Party-led government, accusing them of irresponsible fiscal policy and concealing governing costs. The critique is intense and accusatory, focusing on political promises (the tax hump) and financial waste (such as the construction of a 60 million euro log structure and the establishment of artificial bogs). The speaker dismisses the Prime Minister’s claims of savings, demanding concrete evidence.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The primary confrontation is aimed at the government and the Reform Party, who are associated with the "tax hump" and irresponsible fiscal policy. The criticism is policy- and procedure-centric, accusing the government of suspending budgetary rules and generating the state's long-term debt burden. The intensity of the attack is high, pointing to a political precedent.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The main opposition is directed at the governing parties, the Reform Party and Estonia 200, who are facing criticism over the failed attempt to abolish the car tax and the incompetent planning of the budget. Criticism is also aimed at the behavior of the presiding officer, which is deemed inappropriate and desperate. The opposition is intense, and the government's political will and honesty are being questioned.
2025-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The main opponent is the government (the Reform Party) and the Prime Minister, who are accused of systematically accelerating inflation, creating tax chaos, and lying to the people about cutting governing costs. The criticism is intense and focuses on political incompetence, unconstitutional budget management, and the postponement of substantive decisions until the post-election period. Compromise is ruled out, except regarding the necessity of increasing defense spending.
2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The resistance is aimed at the governing coalition (SDE, E200, Reform Party) and the Minister of Agriculture, who are criticized for indecisiveness and a lax attitude toward solving crises. The criticism is political and procedural, accusing the government of planning a secret climate tax and ignoring entrepreneurs. The speaker publicly demands to know who this "crocodile" is that is obstructing the minister's decisions.
2025-09-24
15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing
The main opponent is the government and the prime minister, who are sharply criticized for fiscal irresponsibility. The criticism is both policy-based (unfunded budget, postponement of defense expenditures) and procedural, accusing the government of a contradiction between their words and deeds. There is no willingness to compromise, with the government being accused of choosing the "path of living on debt."
2025-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.
The main criticism is aimed at the governing coalition (specifically Mrs. Laur and Jürgen Ligi) and ministers who are accused of lying, deliberately forcing through an unconstitutional law, and evading the public eye. The criticism is both political (the construction of a surveillance state) and procedural (lying about the necessity of EU law). A compromise (a cosmetic change) is categorically rejected, with demands for complete repeal.
2025-09-16
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The main opponent is the Reform Party government, which is sharply criticized for the curtailment of freedoms, constitutional violations, and excessive bureaucracy. The criticism is intense and substantive, demanding the withdrawal of the draft legislation and promising to reverse the restrictive initiatives. The criticism targets both political accountability and the legal deficiencies of the bills.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The main criticism is directed at the Minister of Social Affairs (Health) and the government as a whole, accusing them of management incompetence, ignorance regarding cash flow, and inadequate family policy. The representative of the commission is directly criticized for presenting false information about the protests by entrepreneurs, thereby pointing to a procedural breach in informing Parliament. The government's policy is referred to as a "left-wing critique" concerning private medicine.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing
Direct opposition to the government is not expressed; rather, criticism is aimed at the executive branch's slow pace and lack of clarity regarding critical security matters. Specifically, there is criticism concerning the delay in procuring the acoustic surveillance system due to economic or financial reasons, despite the fact that bids were submitted last year. The criticism is procedural, focusing on the speed of decision-making and the need to eliminate confusion surrounding the division of competencies.
2025-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The primary opposition is directed at the Minister of Defense, who is sharply criticized for weak leadership, delaying decisions, and dishonesty toward the State Audit Office. The criticism is both substantive and procedural, focusing on the failure to provide information regarding contracts valued at half a billion, and the ignoring of military advice. The speaker believes the situation is too serious to give a member of the government "remedial lessons," and advises him to consider resigning.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The primary targets are the Reform Party-led government coalition and Prime Ministers Kaja Kallas and Kristen Michal, both of whom face accusations of lying and incompetence. The criticism is intense and multi-faceted, encompassing political decisions (tax hikes), ethical controversies (Kallas’s family business, pressure on the Prosecutor’s Office), and violations of parliamentary rules of procedure. The coalition stands accused of imposing a "dictate" and systematically curtailing the rights of the opposition.
2025-06-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main opponent is the government, which is criticized for passive leadership, increasing bureaucracy, and ignoring national interests while simply following European initiatives. The criticism is intense, covering both policy issues (sustainability reports, the ban on parking for commercial vehicles) and procedural flaws (rushing, inadequate coordination). Specific opponents also mentioned include former Climate Minister Michal and Maris Lauri, who promoted the draft bill. The possibility of compromise regarding the database bill is not mentioned; instead, its outright rejection is demanded.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main opponents are the ruling coalition (the Reform Party, the Social Democrats, and Estonia 200), who stand accused of pursuing failed policies and lacking democratic legitimacy. Criticism is intense, alleging that the coalition lied before the elections and is employing "cruel games" and a blackmailing approach (for example, pressuring organizations representing people with disabilities). They are showing no readiness to compromise, demanding the rejection of draft legislation and the repeal of taxes.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The opposition is aimed directly at the Prime Minister and the government, who are being blamed for the failure of the car tax and the promotion of a state-centric ideology. The criticism is intense and personalized, demanding that the Prime Minister acknowledge authorship of the tax and repeal it. Any compromise regarding improvements to the tax is rejected as irrational.
2025-06-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The main criticism is directed at the coalition and the government regarding the tempo and manner in which the bill was processed, accusing them of violating the principles of good law-making. The criticism is also substantive, focusing on the real beneficiaries of money laundering and remote gambling who are associated with shady activities involving Russian, Belarusian, and Georgian citizens. The intensity of the opposition is high, as they are demanding the suspension of the second reading.
2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
The primary criticism is aimed squarely at the Minister of Infrastructure (Mr. Leis), challenging both his competence regarding waste management issues and the transparency surrounding the financial implications of the forthcoming legislation. The criticism is rooted in policy and procedure, demanding accountability and a detailed breakdown concerning the proposed fees.
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The main criticism is aimed at the Minister of Justice and the government, accusing them of evading political accountability and lacking transparency when assessing significant security risks. The criticism is both intense and procedural, culminating in a call to vote in favour of a motion of no confidence against the minister. Opposition to the prison rental agreement is strong, citing Sweden's policy line as rational for them but detrimental to Estonia.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The main opponents are the coalition led by the Reform Party (Reform Party, Eesti 200, Social Democrats), who are accused of violating laws and lacking democratic legitimacy. Criticism is directed both at policy (tax hikes, deficit) and procedures (the removal of Isamaa’s amendments from the vote). The government is openly called a "lying government," and compromise is ruled out, with demands for the rejection of the draft legislation.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.
The main opponents are the Prime Minister and the Minister of Justice, who are criticized for policies that are inconsistent and do not serve the interests of Estonian internal security. The opposition is intense and is culminating in a warning that a motion of no confidence will be filed against the Minister of Justice, because the government has chosen a strategically risky path.
2025-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
The primary adversaries are the governing coalition and the parliamentary majority, who stand accused of violating the Rules of Procedure Act and employing an unconstitutional interpretation (a "blank check"). The criticism is intense, focusing specifically on procedural and rule-of-law violations, and labeling the coalition as a group suffering from a "legitimacy deficit." Compromise is ruled out concerning the majority's current operational logic, with a vow to firmly reject this interpretation in the future.
2025-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
The main opponent is the government, which is sharply criticized both for its political choices (tax hikes, regulatory instability) and its overall stance. The criticism is intense and focuses on the government's inability to ensure economic growth, control inflation, and protect national interests within the context of the green transition. The government's actions are being labeled as pessimism-inducing and utterly incompetent, which rules out any compromise on the current path.
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The main opponent is the Reform Party-led government and the Minister of Finance, who stand accused of flawed fiscal policy and misleading the public regarding cuts to administrative spending. The criticism is intense and policy-driven, focusing on tax hikes and the uncontrolled growth of government expenditures. Compromise has been ruled out, as the demand is for the draft budget to be rejected in its current form.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The main adversary is the governing coalition, particularly the Reform Party, which stands accused of systemic incompetence, a lack of analysis, and misleading the public by concealing the true tax burden. Criticism is aimed both at the political agenda (ideological tax increases and regulations) and the procedural quality (violations of the Rules of Procedure Act). The attacks are intense, and no possibility for compromise is being offered.
2025-05-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.
The confrontation is aimed directly at the government and the prime minister, criticizing both political decisions (tax hikes, levies) and ethical conduct. The criticism is intense, accusing the government of lying, breaking promises, and creating a crisis of confidence. Particular emphasis is placed on the government's erratic behavior and its disregard for the goal of reducing administrative costs.
2025-05-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The main opponent is the Reform Party, which is criticized both for its policies (tax hikes) and procedural issues (avoiding the involvement of stakeholders). The attacks are intense, accusing opponents of empty rhetoric, cowardice, and misleading the public. Criticism is also aimed at the opponents' previous promises regarding the introduction of temporary taxes.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The backlash is aimed at the ruling coalition (Reform Party, Eesti 200) and its representatives (including Kristina Kallas, Jürgen Ligi), who are publicly accused of lying and breaking promises. The criticism is both political (fueling inflation) and personal/ethical (untrustworthiness, "cynical"), demanding a complete overhaul of the government's policy.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.
The main criticism is aimed at the Prime Minister and the government, accusing them of implementing sweeping tax hikes and pushing through failed policies (the car tax, the security tax). The Reform Party is criticized separately, with critics claiming that the tax increases serve the "Reform Party's tax hump project." The criticism is policy- and performance-based, demanding the reversal of these political decisions.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The primary confrontation is aimed at the governing coalition, the Ministry of Climate, and representatives of the Reform Party, who are accused of creating chaos in the energy sector. Criticism is particularly intense regarding the lack of transparency, pointing to alleged joint proposals between the Ministry of Climate and OÜ Utilitas Wind, which suggest the law is being tailored to benefit specific business interests. A willingness to compromise is not evident, as Isamaa's proposals were rejected.
2025-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main opponent is the sitting government and Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi, who is directly accused of manufacturing lies and bluffs. The criticism is intense, targeting both the political substance (the failure to deliver on promises concerning the reduction of state agencies) and procedural impropriety (the minister walking out of the chamber). No willingness to compromise is evident; instead, the focus is on highlighting a glaring contradiction.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The opposition is directed against the government coalition and its leading members (Michal, Alender, Kivistik), who are accused of incompetence, lying, and irresponsible policies. The attacks are intense and focus on the failure of political decisions (the Kiisa power plant, the Eesti Energia rating) and procedural failures (lack of transparency, "buying a pig in a poke"). Compromise is ruled out, as the suspension of the bill's reading is being demanded.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The speaker is clearly in opposition to the government, criticizing both the Prime Minister and the former Climate Minister for developing new charges. The criticism targets the government's political logic (the postponement of the Kiisa plant) and the lack of transparency in forecasting new tax burdens. The opposition is intense and demands concrete answers, not political ambiguity.
2025-04-16
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The main opponent is the government coalition, which is described as a "partially dismantled coalition" and is sharply criticized for its political choices (subsidized energy sector, the 2.6 billion euro offshore wind farm project) and for its unreliable conduct (breaking promises regarding land tax). The criticism is intense, accusing the government of misleading the public, of inaction, and of ignoring security interests concerning the right of entry issue. Instead of compromise, there is a demand for the government to admit its mistakes and to make choices that comply with Isamaa's conditions.
2025-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The main confrontation is with the government and the prime minister, whose inflation policy is considered detrimental and inflationary. The criticism is intense and focuses on the negative impact of political decisions (tax hikes), as well as the government's inability to provide Parliament with a substantive explanation of its policies. This stance contradicts the prime minister's conclusion that wage pressure is driving inflation, pointing instead to the collapse of labor productivity.
2025-04-15
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The main opponent is the government (referring to both Kristen Michal’s and Kaja Kallas’s cabinets), which is accused of systematically acting against the state’s declared objectives and manufacturing mere appearances. The criticism is policy- and results-based, focusing on tax increases, ignoring the birth rate crisis, and inflating administrative costs. The speaker argues that the government’s political agenda is moving radically in the opposite direction from its stated goals.
2025-04-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The main opponents are the prime minister and former leaders of the governing parties, who are sharply criticized for pushing through the €2.6 billion project without analytical justification. The criticism targets both political mismanagement and a lack of transparency, accusing the government of misleading the public and creating risks of corruption. The speaker emphasizes that the head of government cannot "shirk the responsibility of governing the state."
2025-04-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary opponents are the parties of the ruling coalition: the Reform Party, Eesti 200, and the Social Democrats. The criticism is intense and uncompromising, accusing them of deception, incompetence, and pushing through an unconstitutional and unreasonable law. The goal is the complete repeal of the car tax, which rules out any compromise.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The main criticism is directed against the Government of the Republic, which is accused of delaying strategic initiatives and operating at an insufficient pace for several years now. The criticism is policy- and procedure-focused, emphasizing that the pace has been inadequate for achieving solutions of substantive quality.
2025-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The opposition is aimed at the government and the coalition, who are accused of pursuing policies that consciously fuel inflation and worsen the outlook for the Estonian economy. The criticism is sharp and policy-based, rejecting the coalition’s claims regarding the car tax objectives (road construction, public transport) and pointing instead to the funding of the Reform Party’s "tax hump" (maksuküür). Compromise on the car tax is ruled out, with demands for its complete (one hundred percent) abolition.
2025-03-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The primary opposition is aimed at Riigikogu Speaker Lauri Hussar, whose performance is widely deemed unsuccessful and partisan. The criticism is procedural, focusing specifically on actions that have resulted in bias, partiality, and the effective silencing of the parliament. The confrontation is robust, demanding a fundamental shift in how the parliament is managed.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The criticism is directed at the government's actions concerning the draft law intended to sever the influence of the Moscow Patriarchate. The government's approach is considered "overly sluggish" during this critical time, and the text of the bill itself is described as "impersonal and universal," thereby obscuring the true declaration of intent. The criticism is both procedural and substantive, centering on indecisiveness and a lack of urgency.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The main opponent is the governing coalition and the prime minister, who are being criticized for their economic policy (tax hikes) and the internal disarray within the government. There is also a sharp counterattack against a coalition member (Marek Reinaas), who attempted to shift political responsibility onto the opposition. The criticism spans from political ambiguity to personal ethical issues.
2025-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary criticism is aimed at the Government of the Republic and specifically at former Minister of the Interior Lauri Läänemets (SDE), faulting their decisiveness and priorities. The critique is both political (disregarding security to avoid upsetting Narva residents) and procedural (commissioning a threat assessment three months after the initial proposal). Counterarguments made by the Reform Party and the Centre Party are vehemently dismissed, though the potential for compromise regarding exceptions, falling within the government's purview, is recognized.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Strong opposition to the Government of the Republic and the ruling coalition, particularly targeting Eesti 200 and Kristina Kallas. The criticism focuses both on policy (growing bureaucracy, rising prices, a planned economy-style climate law) and procedural errors (resolving constitutional law issues casually, as an afterthought). The coalition is accused of political insincerity and failing to deliver on promises (citing the example of the closure of the Environmental Board).
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.
The main confrontation is directed against the political leadership of the Government of the Republic, particularly the Prime Minister (Michal) and the Minister of Defence (Pevkur), who are accused of disregarding the advice of the Commander of the Defence Forces. The criticism is intense and focuses on political failures to act and the avoidance of responsibility, labeling this as cowardice.
2025-03-12
The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.
The main opponent is the Prime Minister and the Reform Party, who are being blamed for political deadlock, leadership chaos, and poor policy. Criticism is aimed both at specific political decisions (tax hikes, delays in security decisions) and at the government's incompetence (the inability to utilize funds allocated for provisions procurement). Any cooperation with the government is ruled out, as Isamaa does not wish to become a legitimizer of the government's policies.
2025-03-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary opposition target is Prime Minister Michal and the Reform Party-led government, which faces sharp criticism for its lack of leadership and anti-business policies. The opposition's position is one of principle, ruling out joining the government to avoid legitimizing the current failed political agenda. Criticism is aimed both at the substance of the policy (tax hikes, energy) and the government's operational capacity (indecisiveness on security issues).
2025-02-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The main confrontation is directed at the ruling coalition and especially Prime Minister Michal, who is considered the actual head of energy policy. The criticism is both political (stemming from a flawed ideological perspective) and procedural (involving a secret agreement and a lack of consultation), and it includes accusations regarding potential corruption risks. The speaker demands the minister's voluntary resignation and rules out any compromise, emphasizing that the issue will not be swept under the rug.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, press briefing
The main criticism is directed at the government and the prime minister, accusing them of the bungled management of the energy sector and a lack of substantive analysis. The criticism is procedural and political, focusing on the quality and opacity of the decisions. To strengthen the criticism, reference is also made to statements by coalition partners (Läänemets, Kallas) regarding the disarray within the government.
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary opponents are the coalition parties, particularly the Social Democrats, who stand accused of sacrificing national security for the sake of party-political compromise and a power-sharing deal. The criticism is intense and politically pointed, specifically accusing the SDE of blackmail (the threat being "we lose Narva") in order to retain local control. The speaker faults the coalition for becoming entangled in petty political temptations, thereby disregarding the strategic interests of the state.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting
Strong criticism has been leveled at the coalition, particularly the Social Democrats, who are accused of holding parliament hostage over the issue of restricting voting rights. The Minister of the Interior is being criticized for presenting vague arguments, causing procedural delays, and failing to utilize existing legal instruments. The criticism targets both the political approach ("short-sighted") and the substandard quality of the procedures used.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main opponent is Prime Minister Kristen Michal and the coalition parties, who are accused of a lack of transparency and pursuing policies detrimental to Estonia's interests. The criticism is intense and encompasses both substantive policy decisions (energy, taxes) and personal conduct (lying regarding the Nordica affair, the appointment of the State Secretary). The speaker rejects the government's assertion that the opposition is seeking chaos, stressing that the criticism reflects the dissatisfaction felt by the majority of society and experts.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The primary opposition is directed at the government and the Reform Party, who are being sharply criticized for their tax policy and social reforms. The criticism is policy-driven, focusing on the negative impact of these decisions and the alleged intention to tax pensions to cover the costs of the Reform Party's "tax hump" project. The resistance is intense, and no willingness to compromise has been expressed.
2025-02-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The main criticism is directed at the government, which is urged to be more concrete and less sluggish in shaping EU security policy. The criticism is policy- and procedure-based, stemming from the coalition’s failure to support the speaker’s specific proposals concerning the calculation of defense investments. Furthermore, the strategic decisions made by the allies (NATO) are criticized as being of insufficient quality from the perspective of European security interests.
2025-02-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The objection is directed at the inaccuracy and lack of transparency of the baseline data used for the government's energy planning. The criticism is policy- and procedure-based, casting doubt on the government's ability to operate using the necessary factual data when setting long-term objectives.
2025-01-30
Fifteenth Estonian Parliament, fifth session, plenary session.
There is too little data.
2025-01-29
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The primary criticism is directed at the government, which stands accused of procedural violations and poor governance. The criticism is particularly intense because the government is planning to pass billion-euro decisions while ignoring the "devastating assessment" provided by entrepreneurs and the complete lack of parliamentary debate.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
The opposition is fierce against the ruling coalition (Reform Party, Eesti 200, Social Democrats), accusing them of undermining tax stability and outright lying. There is strong criticism of procedural obstruction, specifically for holding the car tax repeal bill hostage for months. Prime Minister Kristen Michal and Mart Võrklaev are personally targeted for their actions deemed hostile toward car owners.
2025-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The main criticism is aimed at the government and the prime minister, who are accused of indecisiveness, ignoring the advice of the Commander of the Defence Forces, and postponing necessary decisions. The criticism is politically sharp and procedural, highlighting that the ruling coalition voted down Isamaa's proposal for the faster acquisition of ammunition.
2025-01-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The main targets of criticism are the governing coalition (Reform Party, Eesti 200) and specific ministers (Kallas, Pevkur, Michal), who are accused of indecisiveness, evasion, and lying. The criticism is both political (wrong priorities, insufficient defense spending) and personal/procedural (mismanagement in the leadership of the Ministry of Defense, causing the resignation of Defense Forces leaders). The speaker shows no willingness to compromise regarding the necessary 1.6 billion euros.
2025-01-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main opponent is the current "trio coalition" and the Ministry of Social Affairs, which are being sharply criticized for their political choices (tax hikes, cuts to family benefits) and incompetence (lack of evidence-based policy, rushed coordination). The opposition promises to reverse the government's decisions in the future, thereby precluding any permanent legal expectation regarding these policies. The attacks are intense and focus on the negative impact the government's actions have had on public morale.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The primary criticism is aimed at the ruling coalition, particularly the Social Democrats, who are being labeled the ones "holding the decision hostage." The Prime Minister and the Reform Party are criticized for their timidity, having failed to push through a decision that aligns with security interests, despite acknowledging its necessity. The criticism targets both political unwillingness and procedural stalling.
2025-01-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main criticism is directed at the government as a whole, specifically the Prime Minister and the Social Democrats, who are accused of blocking decisions on energy issues. The criticism is both political (citing incorrect goal setting in the energy sector) and procedural, pointing to nepotistic maneuvers surrounding the State Secretary position and general confusion in financial management. Compromise is ruled out concerning ideological experiments, such as the 100% renewable energy target.
2024-12-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The primary adversary is the government and the ruling coalition, who stand accused of destabilizing the economy, implementing unlawful measures, and ignoring business organizations. The criticism is intense and focuses on both political and procedural aspects, specifically the adoption of an unconstitutional law and the governance of the state based on a non-existent Climate Law. The speaker demands that the Ministry of Climate cease its operations and that the president issue a veto, ruling out any compromise with the current approach.
2024-12-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The opposition is targeting the government and the coalition, accusing them of poor governance, losing control over resources, and misleading the public. The Reform Party is being criticized for implementing tax hikes. The criticism is intense, focusing both on the political substance (failure to cut costs) and the procedural quality (unconstitutionality and lack of clarity regarding transferable funds).
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The main opponent is the governing coalition (Reform Party, Eesti 200, Social Democrats), which is accused of causing the economic recession and breaking its promises. The criticism is both policy-based (tax increases, reduction of national defense spending) and procedural, accusing the coalition of violating the opposition's rights (specifically, the right to submit amendments). The attacks are intense, labeling the government's actions as "provisional" and a "disgraceful style."
2024-12-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth session, press briefing.
The opposition is aimed at the governing coalition and specifically Interior Minister Läänemets, who stands accused of dodging questions and pursuing misguided policies. The criticism is intense and policy-driven, focusing on the detrimental nature of the tax hikes, the failure to cut administrative costs, and the reduction of the budget allocated for procuring national defense supplies. The government is being called the European champion of indirect taxation.
2024-12-10
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The main confrontation is with the government coalition, which is accused of adopting unconstitutional provisions and patching up errors with further errors. Separately, the Minister of Finance (Mart Võrklaev) is criticized as the architect of the car tax, and the session chair is criticized for a lack of impartiality in procedural matters. The criticism is intense, accusing the coalition of constructing a "racket business."
2024-12-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.
The primary opponent is the governing coalition, particularly the Reform Party and Minister of Social Protection Riisalo, who are accused of implementing an agenda hostile to children and families. The criticism is intense and policy-driven, centering on cuts to family benefits and the ignoring of the demographic crisis. The government's political shift regarding the granting of voting rights and citizenship to citizens of the aggressor state is also being criticized.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The primary targets are the ruling coalition and the Reform Party, who face intense criticism both for their political decisions (tax hikes) and for procedural arrogance (a lack of dialogue and the rejection of proposed amendments). The criticism is fierce, accusing the government of causing chaos, acting cynically, and disregarding security priorities. A compromise on the tax increases has been ruled out, with calls to vote against the draft legislation.
2024-11-21
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
Strong opposition is directed at the government and former Climate Minister Kristen Michal. The criticism is intense and focuses on procedural deficiencies (the absence of impact assessments) and the poor quality of the policy, which has been deemed an "utter lack of quality." Compromise has been ruled out, with demands for a moratorium to be imposed on the climate law initiative.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The main opponents are the coalition parties, especially the Reform Party (tax policy, poor governance) and the Social Democrats (the issue of voting rights, whom they accuse of holding the coalition hostage). The criticism is intense, focusing on the low quality of the politics, procedural violations (tailoring legislation to suit a single individual), and labeling the government's actions as "senseless policy" or "governance failures."
2024-11-20
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.
The primary target is the Prime Minister and the government, who stand accused of manipulating budget figures and hypocrisy, particularly concerning defense spending. The criticism is intense, focusing on the substance of the policy and the contradiction between the government's rhetoric and the actual budget figures. The speaker accuses the government of misleading the public and attempting to conceal the true growth in administrative costs by cutting ammunition expenditures.
2024-11-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session
The primary opponent is the government and the prime minister, who are intensely criticized both for the substance of their economic policy (raising consumption taxes, eroding economic confidence) and for procedural violations (disregarding sound legislative practice). The criticism is robust, accusing the government of setting a "black record" in the sheer number of protests from business organizations and for the careless management of state finances.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.
The main opponents are the governing coalition and the parliamentary majority, who are criticized both for their political choices (tax hikes, exacerbating the recession) and for procedural violations. The speaker accuses the majority of blocking Isamaa's alternative budget and breaking the law, which he views as political revenge and an undermining of democracy. Separately, the government is criticized for threatening to zero out the funding for the Estonian Union of Pensioners' Associations, deeming this humiliating retaliation.
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The main opponents are the parties of the ruling coalition (the Reform Party, the Social Democrats, and Eesti 200), who are sharply criticized on the grounds of both policy (tax hikes) and ethics (broken promises, lack of mandate). The criticism is intense, accusing the opponents of ignoring interest groups and engaging in political sadism. The speaker asserts that the government’s action lacks even the slightest degree of political legitimacy.
2024-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The main opponent is the ruling coalition, which is accused of imposing policy using a top-down approach and employing rhetoric about defending the economy that is completely disconnected from reality. The criticism targets both specific political choices (tax hikes) and the inability to manage state finances, leading critics to label the government as temporary and its policies as irrational.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The criticism is aimed directly at the ruling coalition (Reform Party, Estonia 200, Social Democrats), accusing them of breaking election promises and lacking democratic legitimacy when levying tax increases. The criticism is primarily policy- and procedure-based, accusing the government of severing dialogue with the public and enacting anti-business policies. He calls the government's actions "futility" and a "leadership failure."
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The opposition's stance is extremely intense and is primarily aimed at Minister of the Interior Lauri Läänemets (SDE) and Minister of Finance Jürgen Ligi (Reform Party), accusing them of prioritizing partisan political interests over national interests. The criticism is based on both policy and procedure, further faulting Ligi for a culture of dishonest conduct and undermining Parliament. The speaker called on the coalition to issue Ligi a "yellow card" and abstain from participating in the vote of no confidence.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The main adversary is the government, especially the Prime Minister and the Minister of Finance, who are being criticized both for their economic policies and for ethical issues (breaking promises). The intensity of the criticism is high, pointing to a systemic loss of trust and the deliberate damaging of the economy. The opposition is also directed at the format of the government-organized information sessions.
2024-10-22
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The main confrontation is directed at the government and the Minister of Finance (Mr. Ligi), who is being criticized both for the substantive shortcomings of the draft bill and for dishonest conduct before parliament. The criticism is intense, accusing the government of violating the coalition agreement and of having a deceptive policy, since the promise not to increase the administrative burden is considered utopian. The speaker proposes rejecting the bill as "unfit for purpose."
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The main opponents are the government and specific ministers (Kristen Michal, Mr. Ligi). Criticism is aimed both at the substance of the policy (importing prisoners while simultaneously hiring new guards) and at procedural incompetence (the draft basic law is just a diversion). The opposition is intense, and the ministers' strategic intent and management style are being called into question.
2024-10-15
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The primary opponents are the government coalition and the finance leaders (Ms. Akkermann, Mr. Ligi), who are being criticized for their indecisiveness and the lack of integrity in their budget management. The criticism is rooted in both policy and procedural matters, focusing specifically on their failure to cut government expenditures and their preference for implementing tax increases. The speaker is demanding the rejection of the budget, a move that clearly rules out any compromise on the proposal in its current form.
2024-10-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The primary targets are the government and its ministers (the Minister of Justice, the minister responsible for telecommunications). Criticism is directed both at the substance of the policy (destroying families' sense of security) and at the procedures (hiding the compilers of the impact analysis, tailoring the law to suit one specific person). The attacks are intense and accuse the government of a lack of transparency.
2024-10-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The main opponent is the Prime Minister (Michal) and the government, who are criticized for the lack of substantive quality in their decisions and for shirking responsibility. The criticism is directed both at the political substance (energy policy) and the procedure (refusal to appear before the special committee). The intensity of the criticism is high because statements made by the opponent’s own coalition partners are being utilized to emphasize his weaknesses.
2024-09-26
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The main opponent is the government (Kallas and Michal), who are sharply criticized for exacerbating the recession and implementing tax increases. Criticism targets both the substance of the policy and the government's integrity, accusing them of undermining public trust and engaging in budgetary tricks. There is no sign of willingness to compromise with the government; instead, a correction of policy is demanded.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The primary opponents are the government coalition and the Ministry of Climate, both of whom face sharp criticism regarding the quality of their political decisions and the increase in administrative burden. The criticism is twofold: substantive (concerning deficiencies in energy policy) and procedural (involving the ignoring of expert opinions and the nominal quality of the debate). The opposition is intense and principled, leading directly to the refusal to support the draft legislation.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The opposition is targeting the government and the prime minister, criticizing both policy choices (tax increases) and procedural conduct (evading answers to questions). In addition to policy criticism, the Reform Party is being blamed for a long-term nominal deficit and is being urged to shed its "past complex" in order to address today's problems.
2024-09-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The confrontation is aimed at the current government and Prime Minister Michal, criticizing their economic policy course, which is shrinking the economy and reducing people's purchasing power. The criticism is intense and substantive, accusing the government of failing to engage in meaningful dialogue and demonstrating incompetence in the coalition agreement negotiations.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The main opposition is aimed at the government and the leaders of the Reform Party (Kaja Kallas, the Minister of Defence), who are being criticized for disregarding national defense priorities and for their indecisiveness. The criticism is policy-based (citing budget cuts and ignoring the advice of the Commander of the Defence Forces) and management-based (pointing to political chaos within the Ministry of Defence portfolio).
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
The main confrontation is aimed at Infrastructure Minister Vladimir Svet, who is deemed unfit for the post due to his previous statements. The criticism is intense, value-driven, and ethical in nature, precluding any compromise on fundamental values. Secondarily, Prime Minister Kristen Michal and the ruling coalition are being criticized for failing to intervene in the personnel selection process or adequately resolve the issue from the outset.
2024-07-29
The 15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu.
The primary standoff is aimed at the Kallas/Michal government and the Reform Party, who stand accused of systematically generating instability and violating the rules of parliamentary procedure. The criticism is both policy- and procedure-based, accusing the government of ignoring the will of the people (signals from the European Parliament elections). The opposition is intense and uncompromising, promising the repeal of the car tax.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The main criticism is directed at Kristen Michal's government and the ruling coalition as a whole, especially the Reform Party and the Social Democrats (SDE). The criticism is both political (tax hikes, deepening the economic recession) and value-based (a lack of decisiveness in stripping voting rights from citizens of the aggressor state). He demands a motion of no confidence against the appointed Minister of Infrastructure due to his political positions following the annexation of Crimea.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The speaker is in strong opposition to the government (Mr. Michal), criticizing both the minister's (Sveti's) value-based positions regarding Crimea and the government's economic policy. The criticism is aimed both at the policy itself (raising the tax burden) and at the budget procedures (the transfer of large sums and the dramatic severity of the cuts). He rejects the government's attempt to use the issue of pension reduction as a defense tactic.
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The opposition is aimed at the enforcement schedule of the government's planned car tax, criticizing the procedural acceleration which violates the six-month advance notification requirement stemming from the Taxation Procedure Act. The criticism is rigorous and based on legal propriety, not personal attacks.
2024-06-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, extra plenary sitting
The main criticism is aimed at the Reform Party government, accusing them of irresponsible policy, incompetence in financial management, and sacrificing security for the sake of election promises. The criticism is intense and addresses both specific political decisions (the tax hump, defense spending cuts) and the government’s overall capacity to govern. Coalition partners (Eesti 200, Social Democrats) are criticized for their subservience and silent acquiescence.
2024-06-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, additional plenary session
The main adversary is the governing coalition, especially the Reform Party, which is criticized for pushing through the stubborn tax hump and for pursuing irresponsible fiscal policies. The criticism is both policy-based and procedural, accusing the coalition of avoiding votes on amendments contrary to the Rules of Procedure Act. The attacks are intense, referencing the government's "fear" and suggesting that the coalition is living "its final days."
2024-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The primary opposition is directed at Kaja Kallas’s government and the coalition parties, particularly the Reform Party, which is sharply criticized for its political signature and lack of governance competence. The criticism targets both specific policies (tax increases, the tax bulge/hump) and ethical decisions, labeling the reduction of support for Ukraine as an "unacceptable policy choice." The resistance is intense and uncompromising, demanding a fundamental correction of the government's policies.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The standoff is extremely intense and targeted at the ruling coalition parties (the Reform Party, Estonia 200, the Social Democrats), who stand accused of lying prior to the elections and violating parliamentary procedure. The criticism is twofold: political (a poor tax policy) and procedural (an unlawful legislative process). Compromise has been ruled out, with opponents vowing to utilize every legal and political measure available to block and ultimately repeal the legislation.
2024-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.
The main targets are Kaja Kallas’s government and Minister of Economic Affairs Tiit Riisalo. The criticism is intense, focusing both on political incompetence (economic recession, tax hikes) and procedural sloppiness (lobbying, failure to utilize foreign funds). The speaker demands that the Minister of Economic Affairs present an ultimatum to the Prime Minister to terminate the economy-hostile policies.
2024-05-30
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The primary criticism is aimed at the incumbent government and the Reform Party. The criticism is policy-based (abolishing the tax hump, loosening budgetary rules) and procedural (indecisiveness, presenting false information to the European Commission). The intensity of the attacks is high, labeling the government's actions as irresponsible and a risk to the state.
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The main opponent is the government coalition, especially Kaja Kallas’s government and the Reform Party, who are accused of lacking a clear vision, engaging in partisan "horse-trading," and pushing through piecemeal decisions. The criticism is intense and directed both at political choices (energy policy, tax hikes) and procedural chaos (delaying teachers’ wages, stagnation of investments). The Social Democratic Party is accused of pushing through offshore wind farm projects and blocking nuclear energy issues within the government.
2024-05-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing
The primary adversary is the government and the prime minister, who stand accused of presenting misinformation and engaging in "deceptive politics." The criticism is intense, addressing both procedural issues (the delay in the motion of no confidence) and substantive ineffectiveness (fiscal policy and the failure to stimulate the economy). The government's promises made ahead of the European Parliament elections are being dismissed as absurd and deliberate lies.
2024-05-28
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The primary opponents are the Reform Party (including Jürgen Ligi and Kaja Kallas) and the ruling coalition overall. They stand accused of lying, breaking promises, and plunging the nation's finances into disarray. The criticism is intense, targeting both political ethics and specific tax policy decisions. While any compromise with the government's policy is ruled out, the Isamaa amendment proposal is being offered as an alternative solution.
2024-05-16
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session
The main criticism is aimed at the incumbent Government of the Republic, which is accused of severing dialogue with businesses and pursuing enforcement policies that deteriorate the economic environment. The criticism is intensely policy-driven, focusing on tax hikes, bureaucracy, and a planned economy approach to the green transition. An immediate abandonment of the government's policies is demanded, which precludes any compromise with the current direction.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The main opponent is Climate Minister Michal and the Reform Party-led government, who are accused of pursuing "climate socialism" and burdening the economy. The criticism is sharp and focuses both on the substance of the policy (price hikes, regulations) and procedural deficiencies (lack of impact analyses, putting the cart before the horse). The government’s economic and fiscal policy is described as poor, citing the elimination of road infrastructure investments.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing
The main opponents are the Prime Minister and the Minister of Finance, who are being criticized for the confusion surrounding the country's financial situation and for refusing to provide specific information. The criticism is intense, suggesting that the government is either concealing data or lacks an elementary grasp of the country's financial standing, which causes the speaker "very great concern."
2024-05-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The main opponent is the Minister of the Interior, who is accused of manipulating the public and misrepresenting the contents of a security agency report. The criticism is intense and focuses on political dishonesty and the handling of security threats.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.
The main opponents are the governing coalition, the Minister of Finance, and the Riigikogu Board/Legal Committee. The government is criticized for causing the financial crisis and for its managerial incompetence, with the recommendation that the prime minister resign. The Legal Committee is sharply criticized for legal violations and voluntarism in bundling amendment proposals, referring to this as "tanks are not afraid of mud" style democracy.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The main target is the ruling coalition and, personally, the Prime Minister, whose resignation is being demanded. Criticism is directed both at political decisions (tax hikes, the car tax) and the style of leadership (the crisis of indecision). Furthermore, the Speaker of the Riigikogu is being criticized for failing to enforce the rules of procedure when the Prime Minister strayed from the topic. Compromise on economic policy is ruled out, and the intensity remains high.
2024-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The main opponents are Kaja Kallas’s government as a whole, the Reform Party, and Eesti 200, who are accused of dishonest politics and a lack of governing capability. The criticism is intense and focuses on the government’s incompetence (economic policy, budget) and unethical conduct (breaking promises regarding teachers’ salaries). The Social Democrats are criticized for their earlier opposition to the transition to Estonian-language education, but the primary attack is directed at the coalition.
2024-04-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
There is no direct confrontation or criticism aimed at specific opponents, although reference is made to critical conflict situations that arose in parliament over the past year. The necessity of resolving these conflicts is used to highlight the candidate's advantage.
2024-03-13
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
The primary conflict is directed at the Minister of Justice, who stands accused of systematic lying and pressuring the Prosecutor’s Office. The criticism is intense and concerns both ethical conduct (lying, communicating with third parties) and procedural interference in specific criminal cases.
2024-03-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The primary criticism is aimed at the Prime Minister and the government as a whole, accusing them of internal squabbling and an inability to make necessary political decisions. The criticism is both political (tax increases, family policy) and moral/procedural (the rule of law crisis, the toleration of Russian business, and a lack of transparency). It also points to a conflict of interest among the coalition partners (Eesti 200, Social Democrats) concerning the funding provided by Oleg Ossinovski, which supports the government's continued existence.
2024-02-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The main adversary is the Russian Federation, which is unequivocally labeled a terrorist state and a perpetrator of genocide, with demands for its removal from the UN Security Council. Criticism is also directed at the Western community and major Western nations, whose assistance to Ukraine is insufficient and slow. Specifically, the United States is urged to immediately resolve the internal political standoff concerning the provision of $60 billion in aid.
2024-02-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The primary targets are the ruling coalition and the Reform Party, who stand accused of exacerbating the economic recession, being untrustworthy, and substituting sound state governance with partisan politics. The criticism leveled is both intense and substantive, focusing specifically on the political direction and the quality of leadership. The speaker demands that the head of government conduct an honest self-assessment and resign if he lacks the courage to alter the current policy, proposing a technocratic government as the alternative.
2024-02-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The main criticism is directed at the Minister of Finance and the government, accusing them of failed economic policy and concocting new taxes. The criticism is policy- and results-based, asserting that the government lacks a positive vision for economic growth and that their actions are undermining competitiveness. They are demanding the withdrawal of the uncompromising draft bill.
2024-02-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The primary opponent is the government and the prime minister, who face criticism regarding both policy (tax hikes, indecisiveness in the energy sector) and procedure (the absence of an impact analysis). The criticism is intense and accusatory, claiming that the government lacks a substantive plan for improving the economic environment. The opponent rejects the reliance on OECD recommendations, demanding the tax be repealed.
2024-02-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The primary criticism is aimed at the collective inaction of the West and its political inability to make vitally necessary decisions, which has resulted in a "paradigmatic crisis" of support. Specific criticism is leveled against the internal political standoff in the US that blocked the $60 billion aid package, and the slow reaction from the European Union. The criticism is policy-driven and intense, suggesting that the current situation implies a long-term stalemate.
2024-02-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The main opponent is the Prime Minister and the government's economic policy, which is criticized both for the policy's content (tax hikes) and the accuracy of the claims presented in parliament. The criticism is intense, accusing the government of worsening the economic situation and undermining its credibility. There is no apparent willingness to compromise; a complete change of policy and the withdrawal of the bill are being demanded.
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The confrontation is aimed at the Reform Party government, which stands accused of pursuing economy-hostile policies, indecisiveness, and displaying excessive optimism when planning the budget. The criticism is intense, focusing on the government's failure to make substantive decisions amid a deteriorating economic environment. Furthermore, critics specifically target the government's squabbling ministers and the complete absence of a financial plan for the next four years.