Agenda Profile: Kersti Sarapuu
Draft resolution "Appointment of an auditor to audit the activities of the National Audit Office for 2024–2025" (495 OE) - first reading
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The political focus centers on the procedural execution of the State Audit Office's auditing, strongly supporting the Finance Committee's consensus proposal to appoint Sirius Audit OÜ as the auditor. This position is geared toward ensuring legislative compliance and quality assurance, highlighting both the cost of the proposal and the auditors' previous experience. This constitutes a policy- and performance-based approach that concentrates on the proper control of state institutions.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates thorough knowledge of auditing legislation, the State Audit Office Act, and quality control standards. Detailed information is presented regarding the audit firm's background, the team's experience (Big 4 experience), and the risk management system. Technical terminology is used, such as "procurement procedure," "sworn auditors," and international standards (ISQM, Estonian 200).
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is highly formal, informative, and procedural, focusing on conveying the details of the Finance Committee's decision and procedure. The tone is neutral and objective, avoiding emotional appeals and relying primarily on logical and fact-based arguments. The speaker addresses questions regarding the credibility of the new firm, emphasizing previous experience and a strong team.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker's pattern of activity demonstrates active involvement in the work of the Finance Committee, including serving as the committee's rapporteur before the plenary session. This activity encompasses monitoring specific sittings (September 10) and tracking changes in the procedural timeline (September 24 moving to September 25). The speaker is thus involved in guiding the legislative process from the committee stage to the full plenary.
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Opposition Stance
There is no direct opposition or criticism towards other political forces. The speaker proactively addresses potential concerns regarding the founding date of the new auditing firm, justifying the selection based on the auditors' long-standing experience and reliability.
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is consensual and institutional, as the Finance Committee’s decision regarding the appointment of the auditor was reached by consensus. This indicates a readiness to achieve compromises or common positions at the committee level.
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Regional Focus
The focus is purely national, covering the review of the National Audit Office's operations and the results of the public procurement, which relate to the central financial control of the Estonian state.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives support cost-effectiveness in public procurement, as the selection of the auditor was based on the results of the purchasing procedure, specifically the cost of the bid. Furthermore, long-term and high-quality professional experience (Big 4 background) is also valued in the financial sector.
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Social Issues
There is not enough data.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the adoption of Draft Decision 495, prepared pursuant to the State Audit Office Act, concerning the appointment of the State Audit Office auditor for the years 2024–2025. The speaker is both a supporter and the rapporteur of this draft, emphasizing the necessity of holding the final vote.
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