By Agendas: Kersti Sarapuu

Total Agendas: 23

Fully Profiled: 23

2025-09-24
The Regional Affairs and Agricultural Minister's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The criticism is aimed at the government's or ministry's inaction regarding regional policy, particularly concerning inequality and support for rural entrepreneurship. The opposition is policy-based, as questions are being raised about the ministry's plans and activities to improve the situation.
2025-06-03
The Minister of Public Administration's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session

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2025-05-13
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Organizing a referendum on the question of electricity production from oil shale" (581 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

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2025-04-22
The Minister of Culture's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including the implementation of "The Fundamentals of Estonian Sports Policy until 2030")

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The criticism is primarily aimed at the austerity policy of recent years, which has left sports funding insufficient. The opposition is policy- and budget-based, not personal.
2025-04-15
The Ministry of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035."

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The opposition's stance is directed at the actions or inactions of the Minister of Justice and Digital Affairs in resolving the child custody case. The criticism targets the system's capability to offer a satisfactory solution, demanding a concrete answer and intervention from the Minister.
2025-03-11
The Prime Minister's address for 2025 on the implementation of the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the situation of research and development activities and the government's policy in this area).

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The opposition targets the government’s regional policy and its investment distribution practices, specifically criticizing the insufficient support given to Central Estonia compared to Ida-Virumaa and Southern Estonia. The criticism is rooted in policy and procedure, raising doubts about the fairness of the investment allocation.
2025-02-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Prime Minister Kristen Michal, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The opposition is directed against the actions of the Prime Minister and the government, particularly concerning the fragmented energy policy that has led to high prices. The criticism is policy- and procedure-based, also including a remark about the Prime Minister's tone when disparaging political parties.
2025-01-22
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (538 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.

Direct opposition or personal criticism is not voiced, but indirect criticism regarding administrative inaccuracy is put forward. The criticism targets the procedure where tax notices were issued before the potential invalidation of the law.
2025-01-15
Draft resolution "Proposal to the Government of the Republic of Estonia to allocate funds for co-financing Tallinna Hospital" (498 OE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main opponent is the Reform Party, which is sharply criticized for withdrawing structural fund resources from hospital and railway projects during their period of sole governance. The criticism is aimed at specific political decisions, which are referred to as "spiteful decisions."
2024-12-05
Draft law (534 SE) on Estonia’s accession to the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child concerning procedures for complaints

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.

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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Extension of the Term of Use of the Defence Forces in the Implementation of Estonia's International Obligations in the European Union's Military Assistance Mission in Mozambique" (480 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

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2024-11-11
Draft law amending the Holiday and Commemoration Day Act (453 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

No direct criticism is leveled at opponents, but reference is made to the previous lack of support for the same draft legislation, which prevented its adoption. This points to earlier political opposition that they hope to overcome this time. The criticism is directed more towards the previous procedure than towards specific individuals.
2024-09-25
Draft resolution "Appointment of an auditor to audit the activities of the National Audit Office for 2024–2025" (495 OE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

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.
2024-09-17
Report by the Chancellor of Justice on the compliance of legal instruments with the Constitution and the performance of other duties imposed on the Chancellor of Justice by law.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The criticism is directed at local governments that refuse to fund the personal support service, citing a lack of financial resources. The opposition is both procedural and policy-based, as the municipality's inaction prevents taxpayers from going to work.
2024-09-11
Minister of Defence's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

There is no direct confrontation, but the politician is demanding clarifications and accountability regarding the minister’s previous statements. The criticism is aimed at the financial accuracy and cost-effectiveness of the policy, not at the individual.
2024-05-29
First reading of the Riigikogu Draft Resolution "Supporting the Introduction of Nuclear Energy in Estonia" (431 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The opposition is directed at the bill's presenter, calling into question the necessity of adopting nuclear energy. The criticism is both policy- and substance-based, proposing a clear alternative solution (renewable energy).
2024-05-27
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Social Protection on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The criticism is directed against the inaction of local governments, who allegedly fail to provide care services for children with special needs due to a lack of funds. This is procedural criticism regarding the failure to deliver services.
2024-05-16
Debate on the matter of national importance initiated by the Economic Affairs Committee: "How to increase productivity in the Estonian economy?"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session

The criticism is aimed at systemic economic obstacles, such as high loan interest rates and guarantee fees in rural areas, which impede SME investments. Specific political opponents or groups are not being criticized.
2024-04-02
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Abandon the Imposition of the Car Tax and Withdraw the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill from the Riigikogu Proceedings" (374 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The confrontation is aimed against the justification of the tax policy presented by the Minister of Finance, and consequently, by the government. The criticism is political and focuses on challenging the stated objectives of the taxation (environmental sustainability). The intensity of the attack is moderate, being expressed in the form of a question.
2024-03-19
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Health on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The confrontation is directed against the focus of the minister’s report, criticizing it for the exclusion of the special care topic, even though the critique is presented in the form of a question. The criticism is policy- and procedure-based, not personal, and focuses on the shortcomings of the state’s long-term development strategy.
2024-03-05
2024 Report by the Minister of Education and Research on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Eesti 2035" (Education Reforms)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The opposition is directed at the minister's inaction or failure to provide solutions, rather than being personal. The criticism stems from the fact that while long-standing issues are acknowledged, there are no clear measures in place to motivate students to select engineering specialties.
2024-02-15
Debate on the matter of national importance initiated by the Isamaa faction, titled "Estonia in Economic Recession. What is to be done?"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The criticism is primarily directed at the abnormal operating logic of the Nord Pool exchange, which has created "roller coasters," and the direction of European emissions trading. A direct political opponent is not named, but it is emphasized that government policy must be based on competitive energy prices.
2024-02-08
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "On the Special Labeling and Sale of Insects and Insect-Containing Foods and Products" (222 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

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