Agenda Profile: Riina Solman
Overview of the Implementation of the Fundamentals of Criminal Policy until 2030
2024-12-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Political Position
The speaker's primary stance is one of strong opposition to the government's austerity measures, particularly when they are implemented without considering their regional policy implications. He/She stresses the crucial importance of the links between criminal policy and regional policy, specifically casting doubt on the procedural correctness observed during the debate over the closure of the Jõhvi courthouse. The political framework is clearly policy- and outcome-driven, necessitating a comprehensive analysis.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge at the intersection of criminal policy and regional policy, employing specific terminology such as "regional policy analysis." He/She focuses on the procedural correctness of administrative decisions (the courthouse issue) and calls for an evidence-based approach.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and focused on specific questions, addressing the Speaker of the Riigikogu and the Minister with respect. Critical, yet logical, argumentation is employed, accusing the officials implementing the cuts of acting "with blinkers."
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Activity Patterns
The records indicate participation in the Riigikogu session, during which the implementation of the fundamental principles of criminal policy was debated, specifically by posing a concrete question to the minister.
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is aimed at lower-tier government officials (referred to as "those making today's cuts"), who stand accused of ignoring regional policy and blindly following orders to implement budget cuts. The criticism is both procedural and political, highlighting the complete lack of analysis.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is heavily regional, stressing the necessity of considering regional policy opportunities and linking them to criminal policy. Specifically, the question of closing the Jõhvi courthouse is being raised, and an analysis of its regional impact is demanded.
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Economic Views
The speaker objects to cost-saving measures (cuts) when they are implemented without analyzing their broader regional political and social impact. He stresses that fiscal discipline must not ignore opportunities for regional development.
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Social Issues
The social aspect concerning the accessibility of justice and the preservation of administrative structures in the regions is addressed, referencing the potential negative impact of closing the Jõhvi courthouse.
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Legislative Focus
The focus is on reviewing the implementation of the basic principles of criminal policy up to 2030, as well as monitoring the implementation of the policy itself. The speaker takes on the role of an interrogator, demanding clarification from the minister regarding the connections between this policy and regional policy.
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