By Plenary Sessions: Margit Sutrop
Total Sessions: 39
Fully Profiled: 39
2025-10-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Data is lacking.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Among social issues, the accessibility of higher education and student well-being are currently top priorities. The speaker stressed that the financial situation of students is challenging (noting 7,000 recipients of support) and strongly opposes any possibility of reintroducing tuition fees.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker heavily focuses on social issues pertaining to human dignity and civil liberties, particularly in the context of end-of-life decision-making. They stress the patient's right to informed consent and the ability to express their wishes while receiving medical advice. Furthermore, the discussion touches upon the public disclosure of the results of school principals' certification within the education sector.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Regarding social issues, the focus is placed on the patient's end-of-life wishes, emphasizing individual autonomy, values, and a person-centered approach in medicine. Furthermore, the urgent need to develop, expand, and fund palliative care options is highlighted.
2025-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
The speaker addresses a socially critical issue: the quality of legal education and the preparation of judges, which directly impacts the credibility of the justice system. As a solution, the implementation of supervised practice (residency) is proposed.
2025-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Higher education is addressed among the social issues, supporting a reform aimed at increasing the proportion of professional higher education. This indicates a priority placed on enhancing practical skills and improving the structure of education.
2025-05-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary social issue is the normalization of death and end-of-life issues, as this remains a taboo subject within Estonian society. The speaker is a strong proponent of civil liberties, specifically through patient autonomy and the right to self-determination when deciding on medical procedures. Furthermore, there is an emphasis on the need to support individuals and their relatives through informational leaflets and media campaigns to ensure the topic is not intimidating.
2025-04-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Among the social issues addressed is the ethical impact of artificial intelligence on culture, including the question of copyrights and the risk that AI might mistakenly interpret cultural content or reinforce stereotypes. The text also raises the question of whether AI-generated work constitutes "true art."
2025-04-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2025-03-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Regarding social issues, the funding of higher education and the reform of doctoral studies are thoroughly examined to ensure the academic pipeline and prevent the dilution of expertise. Academic freedom and the autonomy of universities are strongly defended against political interference.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
A significant focus is placed on research ethics (including the establishment and funding of the human research ethics committee) and the support of national sciences (Estonian history, linguistics, etc.), to which at least 5% of the base funding must be allocated. The necessity of data-driven policy in solving social problems (e.g., the supply of new teachers and access to education) is also emphasized, while noting difficulties in data availability.
2025-02-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session.
Among social issues, emphasis is placed on the importance of education and physical activity in schools, specifically highlighting the "Movement-Inviting School" program. Separate emphasis is placed on teaching sports ethics during coach preparation and in broader public awareness, signaling a strong value-based approach to sports culture.
2025-02-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
There is not enough data.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
Social topics addressed include education and culture, with emphasis placed on funding national studies and ensuring that doctoral programs are conducted in the Estonian language. These issues were raised in cooperation with the new president of the Academy of Sciences.
2024-12-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Insufficient data
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The primary social issue revolves around education and linguistic integration, stressing the necessity of providing all children with a high-quality Estonian-language learning environment, regardless of their native language. The objective is to standardize the knowledge base children bring from diverse home environments and ensure their capacity to thrive within Estonian society. Emphasis is also placed on supporting children's well-being and development.
2024-12-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.
The topic being addressed is the amendment of the Citizenship Act, which is a social issue, but the speaker's focus is strictly on the legislative procedure and the repeated submissions of the draft bill, rather than on the social impact of the substance.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The primary social issue is the transition to Estonian-language education, while simultaneously emphasizing the constitutional principle of equality and the prevention of discrimination based on language. It supports raising qualification requirements and integrating childcare into the education system to ensure equal opportunities for all children, especially those from families facing more challenging socio-economic circumstances.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
In the social sector, the focus is on solving social problems through education, specifically tackling youth dropout rates and the lack of self-confidence among young people. There is support for restricting the voting rights of citizens from aggressor states based on security considerations. Regarding education, emphasis is placed on the need to treat children with varying abilities equally and to restore young people's self-belief.
2024-11-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
Among the social issues addressed is the support of education, specifying the academy's right to award scholarships and research grants not only to researchers and university students, but also to school pupils. The overall focus is on the institutional organization of the science system and higher education.
2024-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The main social issue is education and lifelong learning (micro-credentials). The speaker emphasizes the need to ensure clarity for citizens regarding the validity of their educational qualifications to prevent uncertainty in the labor market.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
Regarding social issues, the significant contribution of the humanities and social sciences to fostering the will to defend is mentioned. This directly links social factors to the topic of national defense and security.
2024-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
Regarding social issues, previous activity advising Georgia on higher education, science, and values development is mentioned. This indicates an interest in societal values and the content of education within an international context.
2024-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The focus is on the funding of science and innovation, which falls under the scope of education and research policy. Other social issues will not be addressed in the talk.
2024-05-30
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
Lack of data
2024-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
A strong focus on the quality of early childhood education, values education, and the transition to Estonian-language education, supporting high qualification and language requirements for teachers. It emphasizes the role of early childhood education in creating a foundation for more equitable development for children from diverse family backgrounds, and its connection to gender equality.
2024-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The primary social focus centers on the quality of education and teacher competency, stressing the necessity of guaranteeing the best possible teacher for every student. There is strong support for rewarding high-performing teachers via a differentiation fund, while simultaneously criticizing the presence of hundreds of unqualified educators.
2024-04-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
Security is treated as a crucial social value, linked specifically to the concerns regarding the implementation of nuclear energy. The speaker emphasizes the need to balance social benefits (a good quality of life, energy) and the assurance of security.
2024-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The primary social issue concerns the role and funding of the humanities within the Estonian research landscape, and the necessity of ensuring the sustainable development of these disciplines. This is more broadly connected to questions of education and research policy.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
When it comes to social issues, education is paramount, particularly the provision of quality education in rural areas and ensuring teachers receive a dignified salary. Another critical subject is language policy, stressing the necessity of valuing Estonian as the official state language and guaranteeing that young people acquire it during the transition to Estonian-language schooling. The issue of crisis communication and preventing misinformation is also significant.
2024-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The main social issue is the accessibility of healthcare and the shortage of medical staff, which directly impacts the well-being of society. The lack of psychiatrists is particularly strongly emphasized, highlighting the critical importance of mental health services. The focus is on guaranteeing public services that meet the expectations of the population.
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 primary social issue is the quality and equality of education, highlighting the challenges faced by boys in schooling and the high rate of dropping out. The solution to this problem is seen in improving the qualifications and increasing the number of mathematics teachers in both primary and secondary schools.
2024-02-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The political consequences of removing Soviet occupation monuments are examined, along with the associated security risks related to Russia's reaction to Estonia's policy on historical memory.
2024-02-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.
The primary social issues are the quality of education and student financial stability, noting that over 70% of students are employed due to an insufficient support system. Student mobility (Erasmus) is considered highly essential for broadening horizons and establishing cultural and language contacts. The text also addresses the issue of increasing the birth rate via student loans, but reports this neutrally as a commission discussion.
2024-01-23
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The main social focus is on educational science and improving teacher satisfaction, referencing the strike situation and PISA studies. The problem of insufficient academic succession and the high average age of academic staff are also highlighted. Finally, the need for national regulation of research ethics is emphasized.
2024-01-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The primary social issue revolves around the quality of education and values education, aimed at preparing children for their professional, civic, and personal lives (including paying taxes and contributing to population growth). Emphasis is placed on establishing community centers that integrate schools, kindergartens, nursing homes, and cultural institutions, thereby offering both formal and informal education.