Session Profile: Pipi-Liis Siemann

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.

2024-10-10

Political Position
The political focus centers on the authority of the Social Insurance Board (SKA) to lift restrictions preventing convicted individuals from working with children. A moderate, policy-based stance is being maintained, seeking clarification on the specific circumstances under which the removal of the restriction is appropriate. This position aims to find a balance between child protection and the employment rights of convicted individuals.

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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the details of social sector and child protection legislation, specifically citing the mandates of the Social Insurance Board (SKA) and the criteria for the revocation of restrictions. Technical terms such as "revocation of the restriction" and "convicted person" are used, while simultaneously inquiring about the content of the commission's discussions.

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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal and inquisitive, addressing the manager and the presenter. The focus is placed on logical clarification and obtaining specific examples in order to understand the relevance of the law’s application. The tone is cautious, attempting to avoid extreme interpretations ("I don't want to believe that").

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Activity Patterns
Demonstrates engagement during the plenary session by addressing questions to the rapporteur of the bill. This pattern of activity is connected with clarifying the details of the legislative process.

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Opposition Stance
Not enough data.

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Collaboration Style
The collaborative style is procedural, directing the question to the rapporteur in order to gain clarity regarding the discussions held in the commission and the grounds for lifting the restriction. This indicates a desire to understand the legislative background and rationale.

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Regional Focus
Not enough data.

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Economic Views
Not enough data.

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Social Issues
The main social topic is the regulation of child protection and restrictions on convicted individuals (including pedophiles) working with children. Emphasis is placed on the need to ensure that the lifting of these restrictions is appropriate and justified, balancing security concerns with conditional employment opportunities.

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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on clarifying the administrative restrictions (specifically, the Social Insurance Board's (SKA) right of revocation) related to working with children. The speaker, in their parliamentary role, is seeking clarification regarding the scope of the draft bill and the work of the committee.

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