Agenda Profile: Margit Sutrop
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Ratification of the Agreement between the Republic of Estonia and the Kingdom of Sweden concerning the Execution of Kingdom of Sweden Prison Sentences in the Republic of Estonia (682 SE)
2025-11-04
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Political Position
The political position centers on the practical implementation problems of the draft bill (682 SE), particularly concerning prison staffing, language barriers, and the fulfillment of religious needs. They maintain a moderately critical yet information-seeking approach, emphasizing that the situation is clearer following the minister's explanations. The focus is on the capacity for policy execution and financial accountability.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the logistics of prison administration, addressing specific issues such as linguistic communication with inmates and the necessity of accommodating diverse religious needs (Catholic, Orthodox, Muslim). Particular emphasis is placed on the staff shortage in Estonia, and questions are raised regarding the use of technical means to overcome language barriers.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is polite and question-oriented, beginning with an expression of thanks to the minister for the thorough explanations. Logical and practical arguments are employed, focusing on details and specific solutions (e.g., technical means, cost coverage). The tone is analytical and neutral.
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Activity Patterns
Demonstrated active participation during the first reading of the Bill (682 SE), posing detailed follow-up questions to the Minister.
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Opposition Stance
Insufficient data
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is constructive and information-seeking, thanking the minister for the explanations and aiming to get a complete picture of the implementation of the draft bill. Clarity is sought, not confrontation.
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Regional Focus
The focus is international (an agreement between Estonia and Sweden) and national (the capacity of the Estonian prison system).
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Economic Views
Economic views focus on fiscal responsibility, specifically asking whether the Swedish state covers all additional costs associated with hiring personnel and meeting religious needs. Concern is expressed regarding the rising costs for the Estonian state.
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Social Issues
The satisfaction of prisoners' religious needs is addressed as a social issue, requiring the hiring of diverse religious personnel (priests, imams). This is presented as a practical logistical challenge.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the draft act concerning the ratification of the agreement between the Republic of Estonia and the Kingdom of Sweden on the execution of prison sentences (Bill 682 SE). The speaker’s role is to clarify the details and highlight potential bottlenecks before ratification.
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