By Plenary Sessions: Margit Sutrop
Total Sessions: 39
Fully Profiled: 39
2025-10-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Economic perspectives advocate for national strategic investment (1% of GDP) in research and development, even during challenging economic periods. While supporting private sector contributions (the "2% club"), there is a desire to steer companies toward closer collaboration with universities to ensure the maximum return on these investments.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
It supports national investments in higher education and measures aimed at supporting student livelihood (including raising bank loan limits). It opposes budget cuts that threaten the accessibility of education and the financial situation of students, emphasizing the necessity of social stability.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Economic considerations are linked to healthcare expenditures; the speaker notes that ceasing futile treatment leads to resource savings (specifically, healthcare resources). However, it is stressed that the primary objective of the bill is not resource conservation, but the prevention of suffering.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The economic perspectives are linked to the financing of research and development (R&D), emphasizing the need for stable and predictable funding, specifically referencing the 1% agreement. Furthermore, the sustainability of small research institutions is ensured through targeted grants.
2025-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
There is insufficient data.
2025-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Economic perspectives concern the targeted and effective allocation of public funds within the education sector, referencing previous misallocations. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of directing investments toward fields of applied higher education, which indicates an approach oriented toward growth and labor market demands.
2025-05-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
Economic views center on cost reduction and optimization in the public sector, especially regarding judicial reform. The use of technological solutions (AI) is supported to enhance economic efficiency and minimize bureaucracy.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
There is insufficient information. Although the need to allocate greater resources toward providing palliative care and training doctors is mentioned, a broader macro-economic policy stance is not presented.
2025-04-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Economic perspectives are linked to protecting the workforce in the creative sector. Concerns are being raised that the rapid and inexpensive creation of artwork by AI could negatively impact the job opportunities and value of human artists, pointing to the necessity of shielding human labor from technological pressure.
2025-04-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Economic viewpoints emphasize the fairness of the tax system and the reduction of the administrative burden on citizens. The speaker criticizes solutions that place a heavy burden on people by requiring the tax to be paid all at once, and supports the principle of monthly payments.
2025-03-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Economic perspectives are strongly focused on R&D-intensive growth and innovation, supporting the establishment of deep-tech companies (with a target of 500 by 2030). Emphasis is placed on the necessity of maximizing EU AI funding and streamlining the legal framework to allow university staff to engage in entrepreneurial activities, while simultaneously reducing bureaucracy for medium-sized projects.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The politician focuses on the financial sustainability of science, supporting stability mechanisms (e.g., the 85% guarantee) and greater financial autonomy for research institutions. He/She is concerned about the impact of inflation on fixed funding allocations and emphasizes the importance of adequately funding basic research to ensure innovation potential and prevent the "flowerbed" from drying up. He/She supports the 1% R&D funding agreement but points out the inadequacy of its measurement.
2025-02-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session.
Insufficient data
2025-02-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Insufficient data.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
The economic outlook centers on increasing funding for research and development (R&D) and thereby improving the country's economic situation. Efforts are supported to secure additional financing through large funds, indicating a strategic investment in science as the engine of economic growth.
2024-12-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Insufficient data.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Economic perspectives are tied to investments in education, with the speaker emphasizing the necessity of allocating "additional resources, additional support, and additional understanding" for the successful implementation of the reform. This indicates a willingness to increase public funding to meet educational quality standards and staff qualification requirements.
2024-12-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.
Insufficient data.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The text focuses on the funding of early childhood education, highlighting the significant contribution of local authorities (LGAs) (nearly 390 million euros) and the relatively minor support provided by parents and the state. It supports the autonomy of LGAs in establishing the daily rate for food costs, taking into account the varying management styles of kindergartens and their reliance on procurement services.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Economic perspectives are focused on human capital development, stressing that education reform is essential for meeting labor market demands and boosting general competencies. The speaker calculates the financial return of raising the educational attainment level (€98,000 per person) and the resulting savings in social expenditure (health, police, and incarceration costs). They also acknowledge the risks linked to funding the reform, noting that the necessary financial resources must be secured.
2024-11-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The economic perspectives primarily concern the financial autonomy of the institutions, with the speaker assuming that the Academy of Sciences can manage the provision of scholarships and grants within the limits of its own resources. He considers the discussion of financial implications to be excessive admonition when dealing with a reputable organization, although he concedes that the Secretary-General’s salary figure might increase if they hire externally.
2024-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
Economic perspectives are related to workforce development and the recognition of skills. The focus is on employers taking into account new types of educational qualifications, which signals support for a flexible labor market and lifelong learning.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
Economic perspectives center on developing the defense industry and supporting innovation, with a strong emphasis on involving R&D-intensive enterprises. Furthermore, national investment in developing the industry within the security sector is actively supported.
2024-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
Insufficient data.
2024-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker is criticizing the reduction in the size of the state budget, which results in a 19.4 million euro cut to the allocation for research, development, and innovation. They advocate for robust national investment in science and innovation, stressing the necessity of adhering to agreed-upon funding targets and avoiding the artificial inflation of costs.
2024-05-30
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
Economic perspectives emphasize fiscal discipline and the necessity of combining spending cuts, tax increases, and strategic investments. There is strong support for investments in research and development (R&D) to ensure economic growth. Concern is expressed regarding the private sector's insufficient contribution to the R&D sector.
2024-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Is concerned about the financial burden the draft legislation places on local governments (LGSs), although it views investment in early childhood education as a long-term saving on social costs. It supports the idea of reducing the parental contribution (currently 42 million euros) should the country's economic situation improve, considering linking the kindergarten fee to wages.
2024-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
We advocate for fiscal responsibility through the optimization of the school network to prevent the waste of money on heating empty school buildings. There is a strong stance in favor of abolishing the tax hump to eliminate the unfairness inherent in the progressive income tax and increase teachers' disposable income, which is an initiative of the Reform Party.
2024-04-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The economic views center on securing sufficient energy, which is a prerequisite for "the good life," highlighting the need to invest in large-scale energy infrastructure. No specific positions regarding taxes or regulation have been presented.
2024-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The economic outlook involves investments in research related to the creative economy, thereby fostering the integration of science and the economy. At the same time, emphasis is also placed on the value of basic sciences, which may not be directly economically viable, but are crucial for the knowledge base.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
Economic perspectives focus on state funding to cover regional educational needs and the necessity of additional funds to support small schools. The issue is raised that local government funding of private schools may prevent municipalities from implementing crucial changes within the school network. Reference is also made to the capital-intensive nature of the investment needs required by schools.
2024-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
There is too little data.
2024-03-12
15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting
The economic perspectives center on managing the state budget and ensuring financial transparency for constitutional institutions. Emphasis is placed on the importance of budget issues being subject to public scrutiny, which indicates a demand for fiscal responsibility.
2024-03-07
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session
The economic views are implicit, stressing the necessity of ensuring energy availability during economic crises, which indicates support for a stable economic environment. Specific positions on taxes or regulations are not put forward.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Insufficient Data
2024-02-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
Economic perspectives stress the need for a national strategy that would help businesses avoid losses and maximize their export potential in complex foreign markets. State intervention is supported through the provision of clear guidelines aimed at mitigating geopolitical risks and safeguarding business interests.
2024-02-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.
Supports increasing financial aid for students (larger loans, scholarships) to improve the quality of education, allowing students to focus fully on their studies. Sharply criticizes the high interest rates on student loans, which make the cost of repayment astronomically high. Views foreign students as beneficial for filling labor market gaps and diversifying the Estonian economy.
2024-01-23
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Strong support is given to increasing public sector investments in science and higher education, viewing this as the engine of competitiveness. The need to invest in artificial intelligence is emphasized, and the actual share of public sector R&D funding in GDP is adjusted (1% instead of 0.7%). The growing contribution of the private sector (especially information and communication technology companies) to R&D is acknowledged.
2024-01-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Economic perspectives center on the efficiency of education funding, stressing that the allocation of resources must be contingent upon the quality of education delivered. Support is given to reforms that allow teachers to achieve a full workload and receive a commensurate salary through the optimization of the school network, viewing this as a necessary prerequisite for resolving the ongoing salary issue.