Agenda Profile: Rain Epler
Interpellation regarding the state's plan to end compensation to farmers for damages caused by geese (No. 582)
2024-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political focus centers on the state’s responsibility to compensate for damages caused by wild animals (geese, wolves) when the state imposes restrictions. The speaker takes a strong position that if there is no money in the state budget for compensation, then restrictions cannot be implemented. This stance is primarily aimed at ensuring the fair treatment of affected entrepreneurs and property owners, while criticizing the state’s cavalier attitude toward bearing these costs.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding the policy of compensating for wildlife damage and implementing deterrence measures (e.g., allowing or prohibiting culling), noting the historical fluctuation of this approach. They highlight specific examples of damage (wolves attacking sheep flocks, geese on grain fields) and link these issues to the state budget's lack of funds. The expertise focuses on the connection between environmental restrictions and economic accountability.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is analytical and interrogative, directed at the minister within the context of a formal parliamentary interpellation. The speaker employs a logical appeal, highlighting a societal paradox: restrictions are desired, yet there is an unwillingness to bear the associated costs. The language used is formal and centers on political concepts such as "burden" and "compensation."
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is directed against the actions of the government or ministry, which imposes restrictions but is unable to guarantee compensation, citing a lack of funds. The opposition is both political and procedural, emphasizing the unfair shifting of the burden onto individual entrepreneurs. The speaker criticizes society’s broader desire to impose limitations without the willingness to bear the associated costs.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is on rural areas and agricultural businesses affected by damage caused by wildlife (sheep, grain). This discussion directly addresses the interests of property owners who are suffering due to nationally imposed restrictions.
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Economic Views
The economic perspective stresses the state's duty to cover the costs resulting from imposed restrictions, thus safeguarding the financial interests of businesses. The speaker objects to shifting this burden onto individual property owners, especially when the state itself claims that the national budget lacks funds.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the oversight of the financing and implementation of existing environmental and compensation schemes. The speaker is initiating an inquiry to clarify the ministry's plan regarding the cessation of compensation to farmers for damages caused by geese.
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