By Plenary Sessions: Riina Sikkut

The focus is heavily regional, criticizing government decisions that favor Tallinn (investments, jobs, new facilities) at the expense of rural areas. Specific examples cited include the closure of the Endla and Iisaku centers, the closing of the Põlva courthouse, and cuts to transport cost compensation, which make it harder for children in rural areas to access education.

The regional focus is tied to the proportions of the Electoral College, where the speaker advocates for greater representation of rural areas (municipalities). He justifies this by arguing that investments and jobs primarily concentrate in urban areas, meaning that giving rural areas greater weight in the Electoral College is not unjust.

The focus is primarily on national and international topics, such as double taxation avoidance agreements with Oman and Liechtenstein, and Estonia's state budget policy. Attention is also paid to how amendments to the State Budget Act affect the revenue base of local governments.

The focus is clearly national and macroeconomic (Estonia’s 2026 state budget, Estonian residents). The international context is also mentioned, specifically in comparison with other EU member states and the channeling of interest expenses abroad, highlighting Estonia’s vulnerability to rising interest rates.

The focus is exclusively on national macroeconomics, fiscal policy, and European Union financial rules. Regional or local topics are absent.

The focus is on national education policy and its impact on local governments, particularly those serving families from weaker socio-economic backgrounds. The discussion addresses the issue of maintaining neighborhood schools, which is a significant regional concern.