By Plenary Sessions: Riina Solman

The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the field of social and health policy, thoroughly addressing changes to visit fees, bed-day charges, and prescription fees. Specific budget figures are employed (e.g., a 1.3 million euro cut), and reference is made to analyses by the Ministry of Social Affairs and international indicators (Estonia's co-payment share of 22% versus the 15% average) to substantiate claims regarding the risk of impoverishment. Furthermore, the speaker possesses knowledge of the budget issues facing the Riigikogu Chancellery (IT and salaries).

The speaker demonstrates expertise in labor law and regulations concerning public holiday compensation both in Estonia and the European Union, highlighting examples from Finland, Malta, and Portugal. He/She also possesses knowledge regarding the revenue base of local governments, referencing prior experience as the Minister of Public Administration. He/She emphasizes the need for impact assessments and studies that would prove the positive effect of vacation on productivity.

The speaker exhibits profound technical expertise in the fields of medicinal law, inventory management, and competition law, citing specific issues (e.g., the lack of wholesale rights for the University of Tartu Clinic and quality system requirements). Furthermore, they are well-versed in consumer protection and financial regulations, offering as examples the interest rate restrictions on quick loans and comparing those restrictions to the principles underlying the proposed car tax.

The speaker demonstrates expertise in the processes of suffrage and constitutional amendment, bringing up details of coalition negotiations at both the national and Tallinn levels. Comparative examples are drawn from other EU countries (Germany, Latvia) where third-country nationals lack voting rights. The core expertise centers on political strategy and constitutional changes.

The speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding regional policy (the availability of public services, urban sprawl, regional backwardness) and budget cuts in the social sector. Specific financial data is utilized (a cut of 1.35 million euros, a 200-euro benefit) and examples are provided of state institutions (the Tax and Customs Board, the Social Insurance Board) relocating from county centers. Separately, the necessity of cross-sectoral cooperation in regional policy is emphasized.