By Plenary Sessions: Riina Solman
Total Sessions: 4
Fully Profiled: 4
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
The primary social theme revolves around historical memory and justice, emphasizing the importance of the feelings of those repressed (Memento) and the Estonian people concerning the issue of Soviet symbols. There is a demand for the removal of Red Army symbolism from the public sphere, and the sanctity of the cemetery area, where Estonian soldiers are also interred, is underscored.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
A strong focus on social problems, stressing the need to protect vulnerable groups, such as people with disabilities and large families, citing an article of the Constitution. It criticizes the government's policy, which replaces a targeted service (tax exemption) intended for people with disabilities with one-off grants.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The primary social issue is the demographic crisis and family policy, where there is a demand to protect and strengthen support measures for children. Concern is expressed over the negative natural increase, and the question is raised regarding the role of controlled immigration in solving demographic problems, referencing the position of party colleague Signe Riisalo.
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The socio-political focus is on protecting people with disabilities and large families from the new tax burden. The government’s actions are being condemned, as the Chamber of People with Disabilities believes they have made the draft bill even worse. The aim is to prevent an increase in the administrative burden placed on people with disabilities and to ensure a sense of fairness.