By Plenary Sessions: Riina Sikkut
Total Sessions: 39
Fully Profiled: 39
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker is an active legislator, having initiated the bill under discussion and being a member of the Social Democratic Party faction. He/She is participating in the plenary session in October 2025, emphasizing the urgent need for action, as there is barely less than a year left until the next presidential elections.
2025-10-13
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker is active in plenary sessions, presenting as a representative of the Finance Committee during the processing of international agreements, and participating in the question rounds directed at ministers. They also mention introducing the work of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) to students, referring to active communication outside the chamber.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The address is being delivered during the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) plenary session within the framework of the debate on the first reading of the state budget, which signals active participation in crucial legislative processes. Mention is also made of drawing attention to the demonstration concerning the underfunding of special welfare services that took place in front of the Riigikogu last week.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The pattern of activity is limited to participation in the Riigikogu plenary session, where questions regarding the budget strategy were asked. Data concerning other activities, public appearances, or frequency is unavailable.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker actively participates in plenary sessions during interpellations, referencing the previous discussion held on September 15th. He/She mentions that the late-night question period has developed into a very useful format.
2025-09-22
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker is active in the plenary session, repeatedly posing questions, including follow-ups, to the Prime Minister and ministers regarding important issues. The activity patterns indicate a reaction to recent government decisions and news (e.g., the news about the prisoner agreement from early June). Reference is also made to questions being posed by the Social Democratic faction, which points to coordinated action.
2025-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The speaker is an active member of the Finance Committee, regularly attending expert presentations (e.g., those by the Fiscal Council). They also participate in specialized seminars organized by the Bank of Estonia, such as the spring seminar on trade restrictions and the autumn conference on the digital euro. These patterns of activity indicate a deep immersion in financial and regulatory topics.
2025-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.
The speaker is actively participating in the plenary session debate regarding the draft bill, using their address within the context of budget talks to highlight the necessity of IT investments. Furthermore, they speak immediately after the debate to correct a mistaken position attributed to them by Kalle Grünthal. There is insufficient data concerning the frequency or rhythm of their appearances outside of this specific session.
2025-09-17
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, press briefing.
The speaker is participating in the Riigikogu plenary session's Question Time, using this platform to attack the government's policy. He/She refers to his/her knowledge of the plans that were presented in the Finance Committee the previous day.
2025-09-16
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
There is not enough data.
2025-09-15
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting
The speaker is active during plenary sessions, asking ministers questions across several sectors (defense, education). All these appearances occur within a single day, which suggests a focus on scrutinizing government activity.
2025-09-11
15th Riigikogu, 6th plenary sitting
The speaker is actively involved in legislative work, serving as a member of the Finance Committee and having participated in its Tuesday review. The speaker will address the plenary session during the question period, following up on previously raised topics and referencing ongoing proceedings.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
All appearances occurred during a single plenary session (2025-09-10), indicating active involvement in debates surrounding topical bills. This pattern of activity suggests intervention in discussions concerning both security and procedural issues.
2025-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.
Records indicate participation in the plenary session through the submission of questions, addressed directly to the Minister and the Chairperson. This points to active engagement in the control and oversight processes within the Riigikogu.
2025-09-08
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker was highly active during one plenary session, repeatedly submitting questions and follow-up inquiries (a total of 16 interventions) concerning regional policy and immigration. They demonstrated proactivity by initiating an interpellation on behalf of the Social Democrats regarding immigration and productivity, aiming to continue the debate that had been left pending during the spring session.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker is active, submitting several interpellations within a short period (June 5, June 19, September 11) to the Prime Minister, the Minister of Economic Affairs, and the Minister of Finance. This demonstrates the consistent use of parliamentary tools for holding the government accountable and demanding information.
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speeches were delivered during a plenary session, most likely as part of a debate on a motion of no confidence or an interpellation. The speaker references their prior involvement in cabinet discussions and private conversations with the minister, emphasizing their consistently critical stance regarding the prison lease.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker is highly active in plenary sessions, addressing several important legislative proposals within a short timeframe (two days), including submitting motions to suspend readings. He/She references participation in coalition negotiations and Finance Committee meetings (e.g., a meeting with the IMF). The speaker handles both substantive and technical matters (e.g., the Botswana double taxation treaty, specific details of the Song Festival Act).
2025-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
The speaker is highly active during the plenary session, posing a series of consecutive questions to both the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court and the Minister, focusing on the oversight of legislation and justice issues. This pattern of engagement demonstrates a deep immersion in complex legal and political controversies.
2025-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
Insufficient data
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker is actively participating in the Riigikogu plenary session, taking part in the final vote on a crucial security policy decision. They mention that over the past month and a half, they have received a large number of inquiries in both Estonian and English from organizations and individuals, which points to active engagement with interest groups.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
Not enough data.
2025-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session
There is too little data.
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The speaker is active in the plenary session, posing several questions to ministers from various fields and delivering a substantive speech regarding the supplementary budget. He/She refers to participation in the work of the Finance Committee, where the Fiscal Council provided an overview of its viewpoints.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker was active during the plenary session on May 21st, participating in both the debate on the tax bill and the third reading of the gender balance directive. He/She referred to previous work (specifically, the discussion we had yesterday in the Finance Committee) and, on behalf of the Social Democrats, submitted a motion to reject the tax bill, demonstrating active participation in the legislative process.
2025-05-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker is active during the plenary session, posing several questions to the minister and delivering a longer speech on tax policy. He/She also participates in the work of the committee, providing an overview of the Finance Committee's discussion on May 6th and mentioning connections to foreign visits (the President of Botswana, the IMF delegation).
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
Data is unavailable. All speeches took place during a single plenary session in May 2025, which provides no basis for drawing conclusions about frequency or rhythm.
2025-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Only one intervention during the plenary session has been documented. Data concerning the frequency of appearances or other activity patterns is missing.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker is an active legislator, deeply involved in the handling of the draft bill within the Finance Committee, leading the second reading and proposing the final vote for May 21st. He/She referenced the committee sessions (May 5th) and the collection and consideration of opinions from interest groups (the Bar Association, Port of Tallinn, and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry).
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
All the speeches originate from a single date, 2025-05-05, and consist of questions directed to the minister during a plenary session. This demonstrates active participation in parliamentary oversight and debates during the process of legislation or the provision of information. The speaker poses sequential and detailed follow-up questions concerning various bills and reforms.
2025-04-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaking pattern is reactive, focusing on presenting counter-arguments and refuting the content of previous presentations during the plenary session. The speaker requested three additional minutes, indicating a desire to address the topic thoroughly and with strong argumentation.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
All speeches were delivered during a single plenary session, where the speaker actively participated by introducing draft bills and posing detailed questions to both the commission representatives and the minister. He refers to his previous activity as a representative of the Social Democrats at the cabinet table.
2025-04-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Insufficient data
2025-04-16
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker is involved in lengthy and complex legislative processes, referring to bills whose handling has lasted nearly two years and which have been hampered by obstruction. He/She is actively participating in the second reading of important draft legislation, emphasizing their history and future prospects.
2025-04-15
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The available data is limited to two speeches during a single plenary session, where both the minister's responses to questions and the debate on the draft legislation were addressed. Patterns or frequency cannot be determined based on this data.
2025-04-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker is active during the plenary session, posing a detailed question to the Chancellor of Justice. They emphasize their role as a member of the Finance Committee, which indicates regular participation in legislative preparatory work and debates.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker is actively involved in the legislative process, participating in the preparation of the draft legislation and attending the plenary session. This pattern of activity also includes requesting additional time (three minutes), which suggests a desire to cover the topic comprehensively and in great detail. Close cooperation with the Social Affairs Committee and other stakeholders is mentioned.
2025-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker is acting as the representative of the Steering Committee, presenting a detailed overview of the Finance Committee meeting and the decisions reached there. This pattern of activity involves the technical management of the legislative process and the communication of the substance of the committee's debate to the Plenary Session.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker is actively participating in the plenary session debate concerning a significant decision (2025-03-26). He/She references prior involvement in intra-party discussions and government press conferences dating back to 2022, which demonstrates long-term and consistent engagement with the issue of voting rights.