By Plenary Sessions: Priit Sibul
Total Sessions: 99
Fully Profiled: 99
2025-10-16
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
Insufficient information.
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
The main criticism is directed at the activities of the Environmental Board, which are considered unfair, overly procedural (specifically, the lack of notification), and non-communicative with the public. The Ministry of the Interior is criticized for its opposition to simplifying gun restrictions, despite the fact that the Ministry of Defence and the National Defence Committee are in full agreement on the matter. The criticism is intense and focuses on the failed administrative performance of state institutions.
2025-10-14
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The primary conflict is with the government or the minister responsible, whose stance is deemed insufficient in guaranteeing the transparency and language proficiency of the service provider. The criticism is policy-driven and intense, focusing on the government's perceptions and attitudes.
2025-10-13
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
A strong oppositional stance toward the government, criticizing budget procedures and the methods used to fulfill election promises (borrowing, changing regulations). The criticism is primarily aimed at technical budget manipulation, such as placing large foreseeable costs (Estonian Railways, Ministry of Climate) into reserve to prevent them from being reflected on the expenditure line.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The criticism targets the government’s budget management (including Minister Terras and the Minister of Finance), emphasizing inconsistencies and inefficient spending. The opposition is policy- and procedure-centric, directly questioning why certain projects (such as the Tartu–Riga train) remain active despite their low profitability, and demanding clarity regarding future funding.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The opposition is directed at procedural inefficiency, indirectly criticizing the Finance Committee and the rapporteur for the slow pace of the draft bill. The criticism is procedure-based and moderate in intensity, taking the form of a question that calls into question both the speed and the reasonableness of the process.
2025-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The main criticism is directed at the economic policy of the Prime Minister and the government. The opposition is tied to the raising of the value-added tax (VAT), which is fueling inflation, and the Prime Minister's unclear positions regarding the regulation of commercial premises. The criticism is based on both policy substance and a lack of clarity.
2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The opposition is aimed at the government's budget decisions, particularly concerning the withdrawal of funding for Rail Baltic, as well as the accuracy of the information presented to the committee by officials (police officers). The criticism is both substantive and procedural, focusing on exposing discrepancies.
2025-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, plenary session.
No direct political opposition or personal criticism is being leveled, but the inflationary impact of the tax hikes is being scrutinized. The criticism focuses on the consequences of the policy (rising prices) and the pressure generated by the fiscal rules.
2025-09-16
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The main opposition is directed at the Environmental Board, which is criticized for failing to meet its notification requirements and for imposing unfair restrictions. The criticism is procedural and policy-based, focusing on the state agency's lack of transparency and unfair treatment of landowners.
2025-09-11
15th Riigikogu, 6th plenary sitting
There is too little data.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The main criticism is directed at the minister's actions and decisions, particularly concerning the setting of performance bonuses for the Health Insurance Fund board. The criticism is both procedural and political, focusing on the lack of oversight and inconsistencies found in official documents. The speaker also questions the minister's claims of legal constraints that prevented the review of these decisions.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing
The main criticism is aimed at the minister, whose previous principled stance (payment strictly in cash) is being contrasted with his current acceptance of the Health Insurance Fund’s expenditures. The criticism is policy-driven, focusing on inconsistencies in budget management and a fundamental lack of continuity in principle.
2025-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The primary adversary is the minister responsible for the sector, whose speech is being criticized for its lack of substance, as well as the government overall due to failed procurements and insufficient audit transparency. The criticism is intense and focuses on specific procedural and performance failures, such as the acquisition of defective weapons and the obstruction of the National Audit Office.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The main targets are the governing coalition, especially Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur, who is accused of misleading the public regarding the deadlines for ammunition procurement. Criticism is also aimed at the Riigikogu Board and its Chairman due to the lack of transparency surrounding procedural decisions (such as returning the interpellation and setting the agenda order). The opposition is intense and focuses on both political and procedural inconsistencies.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Highly critical of the ruling coalition (Reformierakond, Eesti 200), accusing them of implementing taxes and then partially revoking them purely for political gain. It employs personalized criticism, questioning the honesty, consistency, and the true motives behind the political agreements of opponents (Mart, Anti, Jevgeni).
2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
The primary opposition is directed at the minister and the government’s waste management reform. The criticism is policy- and procedure-based, calling into question the logic of the reform and its potential impact on local municipalities. It is suspected that the reform does not serve the public interest, but instead grants local governments (LOAs) the right to generate revenue without performing any actual activity.
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The confrontation is directed at the government coalition and the minister, criticizing both the social handling of the prison system and the specific policy concerning the transfer of inmates. The criticism is intense, casting doubt on the previous stance of the coalition partner (Anti Haugas) and accusing the government of allowing dangerous criminals into Estonia.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The confrontation is focused on the substantive and procedural quality of the draft legislation, particularly concerning the Church Law, where critics point to the parliament exceeding its competence and replacing genuine substantive problems with merely formal amendments. In the case of the healthcare bill, the drafters are criticized for using a misleading title and including unnecessary, non-medical provisions. The criticism is policy- and procedure-based, not personal.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The opposition is directed at the bill's shortcomings, particularly concerning the delegation of regulatory authority to the minister, and the concern that the problems cited by the Chancellor of Justice will remain unresolved. The criticism is both substantive (policy-based) and procedural, emphasizing the necessity of regulating essential details through law, rather than by regulation.
2025-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session
The opposition is directed at the minister and the waste reform proposed by the government, criticizing the fact that the total cost to the taxpayer was left unmentioned in the reform’s introduction. The criticism centers on political and financial transparency, demanding accountability and the exact sum.
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The opposition is aimed at the government (the Minister), criticizing both the justification and the timing of the supplementary budget. The criticism is procedural and political, centering on why these expenditures cannot be covered by next year's budget. The speaker casts doubt on the Minister's stated reasons regarding the limited capacity for arms acquisition.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The primary opposition is aimed at the government's climate policy and legislative efforts, criticizing both the work of the previous administration and the minister's proposed draft bill. This opposition is intense and uncompromising, recommending that the draft law on a climate-resilient economy be completely scrapped. The criticism targets both the substance of the policy and the appropriateness of the procedure used to process it.
2025-05-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.
The main targets of criticism are the government (the Prime Minister), specific ministers (such as Climate Minister Sutt), and the Ministry of the Interior. The criticism focuses on both the substance of the policy (insufficient compensation) and the procedure (slow implementation of regulations). The Ministry of the Interior is accused of "tightening the screws too hard" regarding the Weapons Act.
2025-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The opposition is aimed at the Minister of Education and the policies he leads, criticizing the ministry's inability to resolve the education system's problems within the span of two years. The criticism is policy-based, focusing on a failed experiment, but the tone is moderate, acknowledging that the minister cannot fix everything.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The main confrontation is directed against the government and the responsible minister, criticizing their policies regarding the restriction of private property and insufficient compensation. The criticism is both substantive (unreasonable restrictions) and procedural (the Environmental Board's failure to notify the landowner). The speaker uses the extreme term "modern nationalization" to describe the opponents' actions.
2025-05-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
The criticism targets the Social Democrats for failing to deliver on their promises regarding the care reform. It also targets the ministry for implementing unreasonable solutions (the Tartu court case) and for the inefficient use of taxpayer money. Furthermore, a colleague (Anti Allas) is indirectly criticized for leveraging state budget investments for political gain, thereby raising questions about the transparency of the funding.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
There is not enough data. The speeches do not contain criticism or opposition to any political group, person, or policy.
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker voiced moderate skepticism concerning the new draft bill introduced by the minister. The critique focuses on both the substance and the procedure of the bill, raising doubts as to whether the legal issues present in the previous version have been entirely resolved.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The main criticism is directed at Hanno Pevkur, the former Minister of the Interior and current Minister of Defence. He is accused of failing to deliver on promises regarding border infrastructure development and prioritizing the procurement of Chinese drones instead of domestic solutions. Criticism is also leveled against the government for its lack of transparency and ignorance concerning the secret camera systems, which caught both the Prime Minister and another politician (Pakosta) by surprise.
2025-04-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Direct political confrontation is not voiced, but implementation obstacles are highlighted, such as the inability of the local government in Narva to reach a consensus. Criticism is aimed at the inefficiency and lack of clarity in project execution (for instance, the question of Süku's co-financing).
2025-04-16
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The main opponent is the coalition and the Ministry of Economic Affairs, who are being criticized for maintaining utopian goals and lacking a holistic vision in energy policy. The criticism is directed both at the substance of the policy (ignoring price criteria) and the legislative procedures, raising the question of whether other laws, such as tax laws, can be interpreted just as creatively.
2025-04-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The opposition is directed against a specific bill, criticizing its provisions which create a conflict between national defense requirements and taxation objectives. The criticism is policy-based, questioning both the bill's environmental objective and its practical implementation.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The criticism is directed at the draft bill's substantive inefficiency and the parliament's overreach regarding its jurisdiction in matters of canon law. He/She also criticizes the recent actions of the Ministry of the Interior (led by Läänemets), which, in his/her estimation, have created legal confusion concerning the change of the church's name. The opposition is policy-based and procedural, not personal, and while he/she does not rule out a compromise, he/she views the bill's objectives as largely unattainable.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The primary confrontation is with the government and its coalition partners, who are being criticized for the lack of clarity in their labor policy and for potentially introducing cheaper labor. The criticism is policy-based, calling into question the government’s ability to ensure high value-added economic growth and control immigration.
2025-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2025-03-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Direct opposition is not being voiced; rather, probing questions are being put to the government regarding policy implementation and the fulfillment of priorities. The criticism is aimed at the effectiveness of the government's activities and the precision with which it tackles problems, especially concerning skilled labor regulations.
2025-03-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Strong opposition is directed at the governing coalition, which is criticized for the discrepancies between its rhetoric and its actual actions (e.g., the rejection of accelerated ammunition procurement). The criticism is particularly sharp regarding the Ministry of the Interior and environmental protection, concerning the "harassment" of gun owners and hunters. The criticism is primarily policy- and procedure-based, accusing the government of misleading the public.
2025-02-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The confrontation targets the government's actions and procedures, criticizing the unexpected nature and lack of clarity of the decision to allocate 2.6 billion. The criticism is directed at the Ministry of Climate and the Ministry of Finance for failing to conduct consultation and for the absence of adequate financial data.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, press briefing
The primary confrontation is aimed at the government and the Prime Minister, who are sharply criticized for the incompetent handling of policy and for providing false information to the public. The criticism is both procedural (a lack of supporting calculations) and personal (accusations of lying), indicating an uncompromising opposition to the government’s operational methods.
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The standoff is aimed at the coalition and the bill's rapporteur, criticizing their lack of analysis and the unjustified expansion of voting rights. The criticism is intense and focuses on political rationality and procedural grounds. The speaker refers to the coalition's positions as inconsistent or even hypocritical.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Expresses strong opposition to the Prime Minister and the government, criticizing both the substance of the policy (energy, voting rights) and the priorities (amendment of the Churches Act). The criticism escalates to the level of the Prime Minister's personal trust and legitimacy.
2025-02-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The criticism is directed at the earlier inaction and currently insufficient response of the major Western European powers (Germany, France, Italy) to the changed security situation. The main opposing force is defined as cooperating authoritarian states, whose shared mindset threatens the free world.
2025-01-28
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker clearly opposes the coalition partner's stance on increasing the quota, stating that they definitely will not support it. Clarification is also being sought regarding the internal coalition discussion and the resulting positions, which suggests indirect criticism of the direction of the coalition's policy.
2025-01-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
Strong opposition is aimed at the Reform Party-led government and coalition, who are criticized for delaying decisions and prioritizing budget rules over national defense. Historical criticism is also directed at the Social Democrats (Mikser, Padar) for their previous proposals to cut defense spending.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The main adversary is the Prime Minister and the government, who are being criticized for their Nordica funding decisions and for concealing relevant information. The criticism is procedural and carries an ethical undertone, questioning why funding continued when it was already known that "the money was burning." The intensity of the attacks is high, suggesting an attempt to evade responsibility and implying dishonesty.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The criticism is aimed at the coalition and the Economic Committee, faulting them for selecting suboptimal thresholds and rejecting superior proposals (such as those from Isamaa and the Chamber of Commerce). The opposition is both procedural and policy-based, specifically criticizing the short-sightedness demonstrated in the application of these regulations.
2024-12-10
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Intense criticism is aimed at the Reform Party, which stands accused of failing to take responsibility for regional decisions. The speaker points out that even though there is a large representation of Southeast Estonian MPs in the Reform Party faction, they did not accept accountability for the closure of the Põlva County courthouse and the SKA. The criticism is performance-based and regionally focused.
2024-12-03
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The dispute is directed at officials of the Ministry of Social Affairs and the Ministry of Justice who did not consider it necessary to immediately review the provisions of the Child Protection Act. The criticism targets the officials' justification that the current version has been in force for too short a period, despite the serious substance of the proposed amendments.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The main opponents are the Social Democrats, and the feasibility of their desired "ideological screening" is strongly questioned in the context of the proposed legal amendments. Criticism is also aimed at the initiators of the bills, whose selection criteria regarding the voting rights of third-country nationals are illogical (e.g., preferring Turkey over Norway). The criticism is based on policy and procedure.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.
The speaker is fiercely opposed to the governing coalition, especially the Reform Party, accusing them of attacking sacred values (parental benefits) and deceiving the electorate. The criticism targets both the substance of the policy (cuts, national defense funding) and the procedures (the opaque budget process). He/She employs personal attacks, referencing Kaja Kallas's election advertising and claiming that the people are now "in a firm grip."
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The opposition is aimed at the bill's opponents, who are accused of distorting the issue and misrepresenting the content of the draft by discussing a ban that the bill does not actually contain. Furthermore, he/she criticizes the representative of the Ministry of Social Affairs, questioning whether they had even bothered to read the draft, and deems the entire debate shameful.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The criticism targets the consequences of EU policy—specifically, a lack of competitiveness and the resulting need for protection via tariffs—as well as the legislative bill introduced by the previous administration. The presenter objects to increasing bureaucracy in Estonia by amending the Competition Act. The opposition is focused on both policy and procedure, directly questioning the overall reasonableness of these measures.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The opposition is aimed directly at the Minister of the Interior, criticizing both his political positions (church-related press releases, assessment of security threats) and his personal conduct (tea drinking sessions, his passion for teaching). The criticism is intense, accusing the government of rendering the Estonian state powerless. Furthermore, the Riigikogu Board is also being criticized for failing to forward draft legislation.
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The opposition is directed at the budget priorities of the minister/government and the lack of transparency regarding the allocation of investments. The criticism is both procedural and political, aiming to compel the government to disclose specific budget details. The attacks target political decisions, not individuals.
2024-10-15
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The opposition manifests in calling into question the goals and forecasts of the government's excise policy, demanding explanations from the minister as to why this specific version of taxation was chosen. The criticism is policy-driven, focusing on the risks associated with cross-border trade and the disregard for previous negative experiences.
2024-10-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The opposition is directed at the minister and his party colleagues, who are being criticized for political inconsistency, especially regarding the cap on parental benefits. The criticism is based on policy and rhetoric, accusing the opposing side of making empty promises and failing to provide substantive solutions. The conflict is confrontational and skeptical.
2024-10-08
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The criticism targets the ambiguity of the government's actions (specifically, the delegation of implementation tasks) and administrative failures (the procurement of the PERH information system). The disagreement is procedural, focusing on the ministry's administrative capacity, and is not personal.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The main confrontation is directed at Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur, whose activities and ethical conduct concerning personnel in the defence sector are being called into question. The criticism is intense and focuses on personal conduct, conflicts of interest, and the spreading of suspicion, rather than political decisions per se. Opposition is also directed at the previous government, which, in the context of the 1.6 billion figure, merely generated hot air.
2024-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The main confrontation is aimed at the coalition and the Government Office, who are being criticized for the bureaucracy and insufficient involvement that arose during the transposition of the directive. The criticism is both procedural and substantive, accusing officials of formulating a draft bill that is easier to defend in Brussels than it is to implement in Estonia. The opposition is intense and culminates in the rejection of the draft bill.
2024-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The opposition is indirectly aimed at the current Minister of Justice’s plans to bring foreign prisoners to Estonia. The criticism is policy-based, as they are seeking an assessment from the Chancellor of Justice regarding whether these plans are legally feasible and what potential problems might arise.
2024-09-16
The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.
The speaker is in an opposition role, criticizing the government or the previous coalition for establishing a broad-based security tax and for the ambiguity surrounding its financial planning. The critique is directed at the political decision-making process and the lack of transparency, demanding specific figures from the respondents.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The opposition is directed at the governing coalition, which is criticized for internal disputes ("you argue even within the party") and for the lack of clarity surrounding the implementation of the new security tax. The criticism is policy- and procedure-based, focusing primarily on the absence of financial transparency.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
Strong opposition is targeting the politician in question and his new party, the Social Democrats, particularly concerning the stances taken by Lauri Läänemets. The criticism is both ideological and personal, focusing on the inconsistency between previous positions and current claims, and raising the question of whether the target has actually adjusted his views. The intensity of the opposition is high, directly suggesting a motion of no confidence.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The main opponents are the Reform Party (nicknamed "the Squirrels") and the Social Democrats ("the Sots"), who are accused of opportunism, lacking ideological backbone, and acting purely to remain in power ("the Sots' dictate"). The criticism is intense, characterizing the government's activities as "catastrophic" and destructive to public trust. There is also criticism that taxes are being raised under the pretext of "national defense," even though the money is not actually reaching that sector.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
Strong opposition is aimed at the Social Democrats concerning their support for voting rights for third-country nationals, a stance associated with protecting "Russian voters." Furthermore, Kaja Kallas's government is criticized for political instability and for overturning decisions made by previous coalitions. The criticism targets political continuity and potential security risks.
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The confrontation is aimed at the parliamentary majority and the Constitutional Committee, criticizing their actions for arbitrarily establishing taxes through expedited procedures. The criticism is intense, pointing to unconstitutionality and a lack of debate, and targets both the substance of the policy and the procedure.
2024-06-13
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session
Insufficient data.
2024-06-12
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.
The opposition is focused on the coalition's tax policy and the uneven procedural standards in the energy sector. The criticism is intense and based on both policy and procedure, citing the lack of a formal intention to draft legislation and quiet cabinet decisions. Direct criticism is being expressed towards the Social Democrats regarding energy matters, and they have ruled out supporting the draft land tax law bill.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The main opponents are the governing coalition (the Reform Party, the Social Democrats, Estonia 200). Criticism is aimed both at the substance of the policy (tax hikes) and at procedural unfairness, such as the bundling of amendments and the complete overhaul of the draft bill. The Social Democrats are accused of ideological alignment with the tax hikes, and the Reform Party is accused of betraying its core principles.
2024-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.
The primary adversary is the government, which is criticized for its economic policy (tax hikes) and the poor state of the economy. The criticism is policy- and performance-based, accusing the government of ignoring expert warnings and of "treating the economy before the diagnosis was made." The government is also criticized for its delay (dawdling) in taking action regarding the issue of the Russian elections.
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The opposition's stance is directed at the governing coalition, particularly the Reform Party and the Social Democrats, criticizing their political choices and motives. The criticism targets both the substance of the policy (the land tax viewed as redistribution) and the procedure (making compromises without involving target groups and inconsistent legislative oversight in the energy sector).
2024-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The criticism targets the general political and societal "very open mind" regarding the resolution of language problems. The government is also criticized for its inability to ensure adequate control over foreign students entering the labor market who subsequently move into the service sector. The criticism is policy- and value-based.
2024-05-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The primary adversary is the minister and the government, who are sharply criticized for their detachment and for ignoring security threats. The criticism is both political (concerning citizenship policy) and moral (cynicism), calling the government’s priorities into question. The intensity of the attack is high, and no willingness to compromise is evident.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.
Insufficient data.
2024-05-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The criticism is aimed at the government and the steering committee, accusing them of inadequate preparation of the draft bill and inconsistent security policy. The criticism is particularly sharp regarding historical accountability, highlighting past decisions made by current members of the ruling parties (Ain Seppik and Siim Kallas) concerning the registration of the Moscow Patriarchate. It challenges the executive branch's assertions that political statements are required to initiate legal action.
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
The primary criticism is aimed at the actions of the Ministry of Justice and the government, faulting procedural inconsistency in the legislative process and unclear political justifications for increasing fines. The criticism targets the policy and the procedure, not the individuals.
2024-04-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Criticism is directed at the inefficiency of the European Central Bank's monetary policy in curbing Estonian inflation. Accountability and explanations are also demanded from the President of the Bank of Estonia regarding his actions on the ECB Governing Council.
2024-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
No data available
2024-04-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The main criticism is directed at the public procurement system, which favors the lowest bids, thereby hindering local farmers from cooperating with the defense forces. The speaker also criticizes the prevalent societal tendency to portray food production in a negative light (by focusing on animal abuse and poor conditions), which ultimately distorts the true nature of the industry.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker criticizes the approach proposed by the Ministry of Justice for transposing the ECN+ directive, citing its sluggishness and the objection raised by the Chancellor of Justice (Ombudsman). Furthermore, the speaker questions the efficacy of the committee's debate and criticizes the solution put forward by Isamaa on the issue of sanctions, faulting them for adopting a passive stance.
2024-04-01
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
There is no direct opposition voiced against specific political groups or individuals. The criticism is aimed instead at the shift in societal values, which has resulted in the disappearance of the traditional family ideal.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The criticism is directed toward the proposer of the draft bill, demanding clarification regarding ambiguous terminology and the source of the cited conventions. There is no direct confrontation with political opponents; the criticism is procedural and substantive, focusing on the deficiencies of the draft bill.
2024-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
There is no direct opposition or personal criticism aimed at the minister; however, the speaker is calling into question the system's current functionality and priorities. The criticism focuses on policy deficiencies, such as unequal access and the persistent problem of long waiting lists for treatment. This opposition is manifested through the raising of questions and the analysis of the policy's content.
2024-03-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The criticism is aimed at the Culture Committee and the parliamentary majority, who are pushing through an unreasonable legislative amendment, and at the Speaker of the Riigikogu for the way the interpellation was handled. The Ministry of Culture is also criticized for funding the Jõhvi film campus without adequate analysis or stakeholder involvement, thereby creating a risk of duplication. The criticism is both procedural and policy-based.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The primary criticism is aimed at the Ministry of Education and Research, accusing them of a lack of competence (e.g., hiring academician Aaviksoo to dissect the core issue) and insufficient funding of reforms. The criticism is policy-driven and intense, especially concerning the replacement of compulsory schooling and the unfair funding model.
2024-02-22
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
Insufficient data
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The opposition is aimed at the procedure chosen by the Culture Committee and the initiators of the draft legislation, who are being criticized for establishing an "unnecessary" and "incomprehensible" special regime. The criticism is intense and focuses primarily on procedural deficiencies and the delegation of the exclusive rights of the Riigikogu (Parliament).
2024-02-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
While direct confrontation is avoided, there is indirect criticism of the government's policy, which has resulted in an unstable economic and tax environment. Furthermore, the term "greed for profit" used by bank analysts is called into question, raising the possibility that this is merely an unfortunate attempt to find a problem. The criticism focuses on the outcomes of the policy and the shaping of the economic environment.
2024-02-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The opposition is directed at the government’s policies, especially the draft car tax bill, which is considered repressive and unfair towards large families. The criticism is policy-based, also referencing the prime minister’s earlier justification of the tax’s necessity in the context of national defense, where critics are targeting the state’s intention to first collect the tax and then confiscate vehicles.
2024-02-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The opposition is directed against the "school of thought" that submitted the draft bill, whose political assumptions regarding consumer behavior are considered questionable. The criticism is policy-based, calling into question the ability of labeling to break "ideological trends."
2024-01-25
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The criticism is aimed at the actions of the governing body, faulting them for delaying legislation and committing procedural errors (lack of support from agencies, designating the wrong ministry). The opposition is both procedural and policy-based, highlighting the government's failure to respond to national defense early warnings.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The criticism is directed at the government's actions and deficiencies in legal practice, not at specific political opponents. The questions are addressed to the minister to gain clarity on the scope of the problems and the progress of their resolution, highlighting the inconsistencies between the law and actual practice.
2024-01-23
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker is clearly in opposition to the current government, referring to it as a government that Isamaa is not a part of. The criticism is policy- and procedure-based, questioning the government's priorities regarding the use of Transition Fund resources to boost innovation.
2024-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The main criticism is directed at government institutions (the Ministry of Finance, the Estonian Tax and Customs Board (MTA), and the Ministry of Social Affairs), accusing them of a lack of transparency and the abuse of administrative practices. The criticism is both procedural and political, emphasizing that documents are being classified without substantive reason, and also pointing to a lack of communication between ministers. The criticism is particularly sharp regarding the decision by the Tax and Customs Board to classify a letter concerning Kaja Kallas’s income declarations for 75 years.
2024-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The opposition is directed at the ruler (the government), criticizing or calling into question the procedural basis and validity of their financial decisions (the 0.25% measure). The criticism is purely procedural and policy-based.
2024-01-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
There is no direct opposition or criticism aimed at political opponents. The criticism is instead directed at the ambiguity of the legal situation, which necessitated DNA testing, seeking clarification on whether this was the legislator's intent.
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The main criticism is directed at the head of government and the Minister of Finance (Mart Võrklaev), focusing on the administration's fiscal incompetence and political untrustworthiness. The criticism is intense, accusing the government of filling the budget strategy with empty placeholders and enacting a sharp reversal of policy. The opposition is based on both policy and procedure, casting doubt on the government's promises concerning new taxes.
2024-01-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The criticism targets the lack of clarity and potential absence of consensus within the government or the commission concerning the amendments to the Cultural Endowment Act. The objection is procedural, focusing on the ambiguity of the draft legislation and the responses given by the presenter, rather than being a personal attack.