By Plenary Sessions: Margit Sutrop
Total Sessions: 39
Fully Profiled: 39
2025-10-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speech does not criticize any specific opposing party or political grouping. The focus is on improving existing support mechanisms.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The opposition targets a planned future cut of 6 million euros in the State Budget Strategy (RES) for 2027. The criticism is based on both policy and potential consequences, warning that this will force universities to reopen the discussion on tuition fees, something students are not financially prepared for.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
There is no direct criticism of opponents. The speaker mentions religious considerations but notes that even the council of churches has approved the bill, thereby neutralizing any potential opposition. He is rather focused on distinguishing the bill from controversial topics (euthanasia, assisted suicide).
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
No direct confrontation or criticism is voiced; instead, the concerns raised by stakeholders (e.g., the threat of over-regulation, infringement on academic autonomy, funding for smaller institutions) are treated as constructive input. The speaker emphasizes that these concerns were resolved through compromises and amendments to the bill.
2025-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
There is insufficient data.
2025-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
No criticism is being leveled against any opposing party; the address is directed to the minister for the purpose of obtaining information and clarifying the details of the policy implementation.
2025-05-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
There is no direct confrontation with political opponents. Criticism is instead directed at the institutional reluctance (by the court personnel themselves) regarding the adoption of artificial intelligence, which hinders cost savings and optimization.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
No direct political confrontation is expressed, and no political group is criticized. The criticism is directed instead at medicine's historical paternalistic approach ("taught in the spirit of Hippocrates") and the societal problem that death is a taboo subject. Difficulties are also mentioned, specifically where doctors face relatives who are fighting among themselves regarding the patient's wishes.
2025-04-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
There is no criticism; this is an informative and strategic question directed at the minister, not an opposing stance.
2025-04-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The criticism is aimed at the previous legislative process and the Estonian Tax and Customs Board's (EMTA) decision to deem monthly payment overly complicated. The critique is procedural and measured, emphasizing the materialization of anticipated problems that are now burdening the public.
2025-03-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Fierce opposition targets political interference that restricts academic freedom, issuing a direct warning about potential moves by the EKREIKE government that could limit scientific autonomy. Criticism is also leveled at state bureaucracy, which impedes medium-sized AI projects, and the substandard distribution of sectoral research funding by the ministries.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The criticism is aimed at potential political interference in the autonomy of science, citing the American experience and one colleague's view that the wrong topics are being funded. The Ministry of Finance is particularly criticized for its inability to develop a system for measuring research expenditures, which prevents an accurate assessment of the 1% research funding agreement. Furthermore, the opposition of various ministries (such as the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications, MKM) to the Ministry of Education and Research's (HTM) competence in establishing unified quality and ethical criteria for research projects is highlighted.
2025-02-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session.
Insufficient data.
2025-02-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The opposition is aimed at the government's foreign policy, which is being criticized for sending ambiguous signals regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The criticism is political and focuses on the negative effect the government's actions have had on historical friendly relations.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
There is no opposition; the procedure for the draft bill was consensual, and no proposals were received by the deadline for submitting amendments. No criticism or attacks against opponents were noted.
2024-12-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Insufficient data.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The criticism is aimed at confrontation and the leveling of accusations against one another, as well as the desire to form separatist groups that would hinder the implementation of an Estonian-language learning environment. The opposition is directed more toward anti-reform attitudes and ineffective behavior than toward specific political forces. An uncompromising stance is expressed regarding the language issue, emphasizing that there is no turning back on the transition to Estonian-language instruction.
2024-12-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.
The criticism is directed at the procedure for the repeated submission of the draft bill, demanding explanations from the rapporteur regarding the content of the legislation. There are no direct personal attacks or strong opposition toward political groups.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The main confrontation was with the Isamaa faction, whose proposed amendments to separate groups of children based on Estonian as their home language were rejected. The criticism was based on policy and legal grounds, arguing that Isamaa’s proposals would result in segregation and discrimination based on language, which is unconstitutional. Isamaa’s proposal concerning the qualification requirements for music and movement teachers was also criticized and subsequently voted down by the committee.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
There is no direct confrontation, but the speaker corrects the previous speaker's statement regarding persons with undetermined citizenship. He notes that this group is not being added to and they already have the right to vote, finding that the previous description sounded threatening. The criticism is directed more towards factual accuracy and the rhetorical framework, rather than the individuals themselves.
2024-11-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
There is no direct confrontation or criticism aimed at specific opponents, as the bill under discussion achieved consensus both within the government and the committee. The indirect criticism is directed toward the long-standing delay of the Research and Development Act, which suggests institutional inertia or an inability to make decisions.
2024-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
There is too little data.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
No data available.
2024-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
There is not enough data.
2024-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The main criticism is directed against the Ministry of Finance and the Minister of Finance regarding state budget cuts and the inaccurate accounting of R&D expenditures. The opposition is policy-based, focusing on the ministry's methodology, which differs from the internationally recognized accounting used by Statistics Estonia. The intensity of the criticism is moderate, presented in the form of a question.
2024-05-30
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
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2024-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The criticism is directed either indirectly (defending the Reform Party’s educational policies against Tõnis Lukas) or via mediation (by referencing the standpoints of Anti Poolamets and Eeva Holm). The primary confrontation revolves around the concerns of local authorities (LGUs) regarding the short procedural deadline and the financial burden, alongside language environment issues, which are both policy-driven and substantive in nature.
2024-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Strong criticism has been leveled against the previous government's tax policy, particularly the progressive income tax initiated by Isamaa and implemented by Jüri Ratas’s administration. Critics condemn this policy as a historical injustice that effectively robs teachers earning between 1,200 and 2,100 euros.
2024-04-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
There is too little data.
2024-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Not enough data.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The primary criticism is leveled against the EKRE parliamentary group, accusing them of procedural obstruction by submitting 50 contradictory amendments, which forced the committee to hold repeated votes. EKRE's categorical approach to the language question in their draft bill is also under fire; specifically, the elimination of Russian-language websites for ministries is deemed both unnecessary and senseless. The critique targets both the substance of the policy and the procedural conduct.
2024-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The critique targets a systemic issue (namely, the lack of accessible healthcare), rather than being aimed at the personal failure of the minister or the government. The speaker begins by commending the minister's work, suggesting a more constructive approach overall. Specific political opponents are neither named nor attacked.
2024-03-12
15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting
Insufficient data.
2024-03-07
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The criticism is aimed more at the inadequacy of the proposed solution (extending the study period), rather than directly at the minister's policy. The opposition is policy-driven, emphasizing that the systemic issue (the shortage of mathematics teachers) requires a more radical solution.
2024-02-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The primary conflict revolves around Russia's actions, which initiated a criminal case against the Estonian Prime Minister following the removal of Soviet monuments. Criticism is also being leveled at the government for its lack of strategic clarity regarding relations with China, with critics emphasizing the need for better guidance for businesses.
2024-02-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.
The primary opposition targets the Estonian Conservative People's Party (EKRE) and their proposed legislation, specifically criticizing their arbitrary diagnosis concerning the root causes of the decline in higher education quality. The opposition particularly sharply condemns the rhetoric of their opponents for disparaging and slandering universities, demanding substantiation for the claims made from the Riigikogu podium. This opposition is grounded in both policy and procedure, citing the insufficient impact analysis of the bills and the principle of unequal treatment.
2024-01-23
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The primary criticism targets the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications (MKM) for its decision to establish an applied research center utilizing Metrosert. The critique is rooted in policy and procedure, highlighting that this move will create competition with universities for already limited human resources and funding.
2024-01-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The criticism is aimed at opponents of the reforms and those who ignore reality (demographic changes) and attempt to preserve established values by disregarding the facts on the ground. The politician criticizes solutions that focus only on a minimal wage increase (€33) without addressing the structural issues concerning teachers' workload and the school network. Specific political adversaries are not named.