By Plenary Sessions: Urve Tiidus
Total Sessions: 87
Fully Profiled: 87
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates a strong grasp of global economic indicators, citing the market capitalization of the technology firm Nvidia (3.8 trillion euros) as an example. This expertise covers topics related to the European Union budget, technological competitiveness, and strategic funding.
2025-10-14
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the regulation of postal services and international conventions of the Postal Union, and is capable of conveying detailed technical discussions. Specific terminology is utilized, such as postal secrecy, customs reform, and electronic traceability, with explanations provided regarding changes to security mechanisms and weight restrictions. This expertise is based on information supplied to the commission by ministry representatives and advisors.
2025-10-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speakers demonstrate expertise in the technology and startup sectors, referencing specific figures and European rankings. Special emphasis is placed on the dominant role of financial and payment services (FinTech) and the development of e-residency. Detailed questions are posed regarding projected growth sectors.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in international maritime law and the status of organizations (non-governmental vs. intergovernmental). Technical terms such as "aids to navigation" are used, and the process of acquiring voting rights is explained. He/She clearly distinguishes between the jurisdictional scopes governing navigation marks in maritime waters and those in inland waters (Lake Peipus).
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates awareness of the state budget details by precisely referencing the sum of 48 million euros and its link to the motor vehicle tax and road maintenance. The expertise focuses on the technical content of the budget and the earmarked use of funds in infrastructure financing.
2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding agricultural inputs, specifically naming fertilizers, animal feed, and technology as critical areas of dependency. They use the technical term "production inputs" and emphasize the need for "real-life examples," which indicates knowledge in the field of agrieconomics and supply chains.
2025-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of macroeconomics and global finance, using specific statistical data (235% of global GDP, 251 trillion dollars). The source of this knowledge is cited as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) blog, which emphasizes a data-driven approach.
2025-09-16
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in data security, cybercrime, and the global impact of technology. The technical phrase "data is the new oil" is employed, and the speaker refers to the increasingly complex and costly nature of protecting data. This expertise centers on the intersection of constitutional principles and technological reality.
2025-09-11
15th Riigikogu, 6th plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates interest in financial services supervision and risk management, using the term "risk-based supervision" and mentioning the impact of technology. They are seeking a deep, historical comparison regarding the evolution of risks, which suggests a desire to understand the technical background and development of the subject matter.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of communication infrastructure regulations, including cable installation technologies (milling, communication conduit) and requirements for mast placement. Specific terminology is utilized, and reference is made to European Union regulations and Nordic practices. In subsequent remarks, the speaker connects the conduit diameter to market and consumer density, drawing upon the principles of physics and market economy.
2025-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of financial regulation and the credit union sector, referencing specific documents such as the consultation round table matrix and the positions of the Chancellor of Justice. He/She uses technical questions and statistical forecasts (two to three versus about ten) regarding the expected decrease in the number of unions to emphasize the complexity of the topic.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The domain is related to the legislative process and education, focusing specifically on the teachers' perspective. Data is lacking regarding the use of statistics, technical terminology, or deep specialized knowledge.
2025-06-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in financial regulation and lending processes, utilizing terms such as "borrower," "debtor," and "solvency." Particular emphasis is placed on the necessity of comparing registered debts against income, indicating a detailed grasp of how credit bureaus operate.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the legislative process, particularly concerning the work of the Economic Affairs Committee and the deadlines for handling draft legislation. Precise procedural terms are used, such as "second reading," "deadline for submitting amendments," and "final vote."
2025-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of specific data within the justice system, citing the number of candidates for the judicial examination (13) and the corresponding failure rate. This expertise includes assessing the standard of legal education and discussing the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the future of the legal field.
2025-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of strategic economic planning and productivity development, using terms such as "long-term investments" and "productivity development." They are interested in the role education (universities, vocational schools) plays in supporting these economic sectors.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the legislative process, explaining the handling of draft legislation, voting results, and referencing Article 103 of the Constitution. The substantive expertise lies in the regulations of the Traffic Act and the powers of local governments (e.g., Article 190), presenting technical and legal counterarguments to quota requirements (administrative burden, equal treatment). References are made to statistics concerning violations and accidents that were submitted to the commission.
2025-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of water management infrastructure and the necessity of its financing, differentiating Estonia's situation from the global risk. Specific terms such as "wastewater service" and "water reform" are utilized, emphasizing the critical role of investments in rural areas.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding aviation regulations and fuel safety, detailing the safety protocols for biofuel blending, outlining the percentage targets (2% initially, rising to 70% by 2050), and discussing the overall impact on commercial air transport. Technical terms like "sustainable aviation fuel" are employed, and reference is made to the European Commission's impact assessment. This expertise is further evident in the clear distinction drawn between the three types of sustainable fuels: biofuels, synthetic fuels, and recycled carbon-based fuels.
2025-05-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of complex financial instruments, such as derivatives and repo transactions, while also providing a substantive definition for them (a loan secured by shares or securities). Furthermore, the speaker is familiar with money laundering as a serious form of covert criminal activity and the international standards for its prevention.
2025-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the field of educational technology, employing specific terminology such as "artificial intelligence" and "ChatGPT." Their expertise is evident in the ability to connect technological innovation with issues spanning both financial planning and the development of student creativity.
2025-05-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of applying artificial intelligence within the legal system, highlighting a specific example of the automated adjudication of traffic fines based on speed camera data. Technical terms such as "artificial intelligence" and "robotically" are used, indicating expertise in digital law topics.
2025-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in cybercrime and security matters, utilizing specific statistical data (e.g., 16 million euros in losses, $10.5 trillion in global damage). He/She emphasizes the threat of cybercrime to businesses, governments, and private individuals and is familiar with the process of transposing EU law.
2025-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in technology and labor market projections, citing data and specific figures from the World Economic Forum (92 million jobs, 40% of positions). Specific terminology, such as "artificial intelligence" and "smart robots," is employed to underscore the gravity of the subject matter. The primary focus is the impact of artificial intelligence on public service.
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates awareness of the fundamental principles of market economy and competition law, using terms such as "free competition" and "the most important pillar of the market economy." This expertise is evident in the capacity to question the draft bill's compliance with these principles and to demand the simplification of the legally complex content for the layperson.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of comparative legislation, referring to materials from the analytical department of the Latvian Saeima concerning the practices of European countries. The expertise focuses on the legal and technical details regarding the competence and formalization of end-of-life declarations of will (notary, presence of witnesses).
2025-04-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and its associated challenges, citing historical figures such as Bill Gates and John McCarthy. This expertise has been applied to the cultural sector, focusing on establishing a balance between technology and culture and leveraging technological opportunities.
2025-04-15
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of both the positive and negative aspects of information technology development, highlighting accessibility, the reduction of bureaucracy, decreased privacy, and the rise of cybercrime. A statistical data point is used concerning the doubling of cyber incidents over two years, which indicates specific familiarity with the subject matter.
2025-04-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in legislative procedures and the practical application of knowledge, stressing the importance of practical experience in guaranteeing the quality of that knowledge. A general maxim is employed, connecting theory and practice within parliamentary work.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker shows interest in and awareness of advanced technological trends, specifically mentioning artificial intelligence and the potential for creating a "virtual twin." Their expertise is demonstrated by their ability to connect these future trends with ongoing legislation, highlighting the urgency of their impact.
2025-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker expresses interest in governance structures, mathematical logic, and the technical implementation of gender equality quotas. Precise terminology, such as "odd number," is employed, and the "purely mathematical" nature of the issue is emphasized.
2025-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker showed interest in border management and migration statistics, requesting precise data on people's subsequent movements after crossing the Russian-Estonian border. They stressed the need for detailed and accurate statistics, referring specifically to the data presented by the rapporteur.
2025-03-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of research and development funding, utilizing precise statistical data (such as the 1.08% private sector and 0.76% public sector contribution) and the technical term "GDP." They are also well-informed about the growth of private sector input and national development strategies.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates awareness of the complexity of science policy and innovation, particularly concerning international cooperation and the balance between scientific disciplines. The demand for statistical data (the number of hunting permits) is important, indicating a desire to rely on facts and quantitative insight. There is also an awareness of the presenter’s role as an ethics scholar.
2025-02-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session.
The speaker expresses interest in the broad social impact of sports, drawing a distinction between elite competition and the objective of improving public health. They demonstrate an understanding of the crucial role social structures (families, schools) play in achieving these health objectives. They are focused on finding strategic solutions, specifically requesting concrete, three-tiered steps.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates technical proficiency in the field of radiation law and radiation safety, distinguishing between ionizing and ultraviolet radiation and even citing a 9th-grade physics textbook. He/She relies heavily on the explanations provided by representatives of the Ministry of Climate, presenting detailed data on the number of radiation activity permits (for example, 400 dental X-ray units) and the cost of the Paldiski waste repository. The speaker is knowledgeable in conveying both the legislation and the technical details.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
There is demonstrated interest in the legal sector and court proceedings (specifically the pace and efficiency of trials). A technical approach is favored, requesting concrete assessments regarding the potential reduction in the length of these procedures. The focus is squarely on procedural and administrative efficiency.
2025-02-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The expertise is evident in the linking of foreign policy topics and the concept of efficiency. The speaker uses references to the opinions of economic experts to emphasize the importance of efficiency also in the political context.
2025-01-29
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the field of environmental and energy management legislation, specifically mentioning the Industrial Emissions Act and the conditions for supporting electricity generation from waste. He/She is also familiar with the role of the Chancellor of Justice in reviewing the constitutionality of laws. The expertise focuses on legislative procedures and the compliance of specific regulations with the constitution.
2025-01-28
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates interest in both internal security (the misuse of residence permits) and environmental issues (wolf hunting). The expertise manifests itself in the demand to clarify political objectives (zero versus minimum) and to present quantitative data—referring to "mathematical figures"—to justify complex topics.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker expresses interest in the financial aspects of social insurance and labor policy, requiring specific monetary calculations regarding the impact of changes to sickness benefits. Expertise is highlighted in the context of budget figures and average wage percentages.
2024-12-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker acknowledges their limited expertise in the field of pharmaceutical manufacturing and development. However, they demonstrate knowledge of the strict regulatory requirements for bringing pharmaceuticals to market, such as large-scale testing and multiple rounds of clinical trials. Their expertise is evident in their ability to pose a critical question regarding risk management in exceptional circumstances.
2024-12-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the European Financial Stability Mechanism (ESM) and the relevant historical political context. Furthermore, they possess detailed knowledge of the draft amendments to the State Budget Act, citing specific accounting items, such as labor and financial costs. They are capable of analyzing complex legislative bills that include seven primary points of clarification.
2024-12-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the fields of cybercrime, crime prevention, and legislative policy. He/She uses specific terminology such as "global crime type" and "fundamentals of legislative policy," requiring a statistical comparison within the context of the European Union. Separately, the need for specialized and practical training aimed at seniors is emphasized.
2024-12-12
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of market surveillance, import risks (referencing the removal of 20 items daily), and the principles of liability in trade with third countries. Special emphasis is placed on the growing popularity of e-commerce and the associated regulation of consumer rights, with a request for specific notification channels.
2024-12-10
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the Waste Act and the legislative process, focusing on the theoretical and practical applicability of the law. He/She stresses the need to resolve complex legal edge cases, such as the status of a vehicle under the Waste Act and questions of liability.
2024-12-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.
The expertise is reflected in the interest shown towards the system for children's appeals and its effectiveness. The emphasis is on the practical operation of the system and providing solutions for children.
2024-12-03
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Expertise is evident in the fields of labor law, data protection, and regulatory liability, particularly concerning the handling of job applicants' data. The speaker aims to summarize previous discussions in order to clarify the existence and scope of the regulations.
2024-11-21
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the facts surrounding global climate warming, referencing the contribution of a major Asian power and population growth forecasts. Furthermore, they are familiar with the specific nature of Estonia as a maritime state, the flood risks of the Baltic Sea, and the goals aimed at reducing European Union bureaucracy. They use data and facts to frame questions regarding future expectations for climate and demography.
2024-11-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the assessment of the financial implications of draft legislation (expenditures and financial commitments) and the structures for science funding (the Academy of Sciences, associated bodies). They are capable of connecting legislative amendments with the actual need for financing and talent support.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates awareness of the dynamics and reference points of the aid provided to Ukraine by both Estonia and the European Union member states, referencing the Prime Minister’s earlier presentation. This expertise is manifested in the ability to present the Prime Minister with a concrete, forward-looking political question concerning the forecasts for aid policy.
2024-11-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding support schemes for sports organizations and mechanisms for reducing administrative burden. Specific terms such as "development plan" and "administrative burden" are used, and specific measurement results are requested.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
Expertise is demonstrated through the correlation of legislation and its implementation, highlighting the practical necessity and objective of legislative amendments.
2024-10-22
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates awareness of legislative history and the Center Party's previous terms in government. This expertise is evident in the ability to pose a specific question regarding the year a similar bill was submitted, which indicates a grasp of the details.
2024-10-10
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge at the intersection of social protection and labor law, addressing the obligation to report situations involving children and the employment restrictions applicable to convicted individuals. He/She focuses on issues of accountability and control mechanisms related to the draft legislation. Furthermore, he/she understands the impact of the public availability of criminal record data on the employer's decision-making process.
2024-10-09
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding the population crisis and the work of previous Riigikogu special committees. Furthermore, they demonstrate cultural awareness by quoting and correctly attributing a well-known saying to Hillary Clinton and West African culture, which suggests a broader intellectual background.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates a strong grasp of the organic food support scheme for educational institutions, knowing both the 50% target and the existence of the allocated support funds. Furthermore, they specifically reference the graph appended to the minister's report, which highlights regional disparities, thus proving a detailed immersion in the data.
2024-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise both in the specifics of environmental legislation, citing concrete figures for scrapped vehicles (224,000 and 300,000), and regarding academic standards. Particular emphasis is placed on the issues of international recognition and comparability within the context of new educational formats (micro-degrees).
2024-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the Chancellor of Justice's field of work, particularly concerning the drafting of international reports and the assessment of the rule of law situation in European Union member states. Specific terminology ("rule of law situation report") is used, and a summary and a reasoned assessment are requested.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in defense policy and international commitments, utilizing data (a table) and technical terminology (such as the share of defense expenditure in GDP, and the 2% threshold). The primary focus is on the budgetary contributions of NATO member states and their comparison.
2024-06-13
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session
The speaker shows interest in financial and economic topics, addressing the heads of the Bank of Estonia and the Financial Supervision Authority directly. Particular emphasis is placed on knowledge of cryptocurrency market developments and statistics regarding consumer complaints. The questions are specific, referencing the latest economic forecast and the growth in complaints.
2024-06-12
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise on the topics of judicial administration and the recruitment of judges, citing specific figures regarding the number of participants in the judicial examination and the low success rate. He/She addresses the issue of the judicial pipeline as a critical key matter requiring further analysis.
2024-06-06
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of environmental and planning law, addressing in detail the provisions governing the construction prohibition zone and the problems associated with the list of exceptions. Technical terminology is employed, and specific procedural types and ministerial positions are referenced. This expertise is substantiated by the real-life example of the Hellenurme watermill sewage pipe case.
2024-06-04
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the fields of risk management and administrative law, specifically addressing risk analyses for national and local governments. They use technical terms like "risk analyses" and directly refer to the requirements of a European directive, emphasizing the need to assess the accompanying financial investments.
2024-05-30
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
Knowledge is demonstrated in the field of macroeconomics (lending, economic situation) and infrastructure policy (road construction). An historical parallel is used (John Fitzgerald Kennedy) regarding the connection between wealth and infrastructure, which points to an attempt to provide the topic with a broader philosophical framework.
2024-05-16
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the education and technology sectors, highlighting the specific challenges in training engineers within Estonian universities. They propose concrete, if unconventional, solutions, such as establishing a scholarship fund specifically for studying abroad (e.g., at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology). Furthermore, the text stresses the necessity of starting to guide young people toward technical fields as early as the first grade.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the legislative process, specifically referencing the comprehensive clearance table accompanying the draft bill. The expertise focuses on procedural correctness and the thoroughness of the documentation.
2024-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in education laws and language policy, referencing international practice (compulsory education from a certain age) and pedagogical principles (children as good language learners, "one person – one language"). The knowledge of Estonian grammatical exceptions is particularly detailed, citing, for instance, the declensional exception of the word "seaduseelnõu" (draft law/bill).
2024-05-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of banking and financial fraud, highlighting specific examples related to account closure practices. A comparative international context (Finland) is utilized, and questions are raised regarding the general conduct of European Union banks, which indicates knowledge of cross-border financial regulation.
2024-05-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in election and e-voting statistics, providing precise data on participation percentages and the number of elections held since 2005. The focus is on the legal protection of elections, specifically addressing an experienced attorney-at-law.
2024-05-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in public health and food regulation, referencing the history of health promotion in Estonia since the mid-1990s. Specific terminology, such as "sugar substitutes," is employed, and a distinction is drawn between natural and synthetic sweeteners, indicating a profound understanding of the subject matter.
2024-04-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the economic and technical aspects of energy production, specifically inquiring about the guarantee of low costs for nuclear energy and the high water consumption, details that were absent from the report. The speaker also highlighted an understanding of market competition between nuclear and renewable energy facilities. Furthermore, the focus is on the issue of ensuring nuclear security and the associated educational requirements.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The politician demonstrates knowledge of contemporary international urban planning trends ("15-minute cities") and is familiar with Estonia's national development documents ("Construction Roadmap until 2040"). The expertise is focused on the practical feasibility of these concepts and determining the concrete figures involved.
2024-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the structure and issues within primary healthcare, employing specific terminology such as "the first gatekeeper." They also point to systemic deficiencies, including funding shortages and the lack of new, younger general practitioners entering the field. Furthermore, the preventive role of the family doctor is specifically highlighted, particularly in identifying health risks and recommending smoking cessation.
2024-03-07
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates deep expertise in the energy sector, addressing both renewable energy policy and the technical aspects and timelines of electricity grid development (e.g., the 2035 perspective). Furthermore, they show interest in the work and influence of international energy organizations (the World Energy Council), specifically seeking concrete examples of their results.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the procedural details of the Riigikogu and the work of the Constitutional Committee, including the presentation of draft legislation schedules, voting results, and participants. They are proficient in the subject matter concerning amendments to the Local Government Council Election Act and are able to reference the positions of the Ministry of Justice and specific points within the coalition agreement.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The expert assessment is clearly focused on reforms in the education sector, where the speaker identifies and refers to a specific number (six) of crucial reforms. This indicates knowledge of the ongoing political discussion and the structure of the reforms.
2024-02-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the regulatory environment of the food industry and cooperation at the European level, referencing the European Food Federation meeting in Brussels. A specific economic and administrative term, "administrative burden," is used. The focus is on the industry's expectations of the government.
2024-02-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates a deep understanding of legislation concerning foreign nationals and European Union directives, particularly regarding the Blue Card regulation and its historical evolution (the 2009 and 2021 directives). They clarify technical details, such as defining the concept of 'higher professional qualification' more precisely and calculating the equivalence of professional work experience (e.g., five years) with a university degree, specifically drawing attention to specialists in the ICT sector.
2024-02-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in foreign policy and international security, using terms like "rules-based international order" and "UN security reform." They are able to quote and analyze the views of other experts (the chairman of the foreign affairs committee) regarding the changing world order.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates thorough knowledge of legislative processes, referencing specific documents and terms such as ex-post evaluation, constitutionality analysis, and regulatory burden. They are well-versed in the requirements concerning the quality of explanatory memoranda and the justification needed for new regulations, relying on assessments from the Ministry of Justice and legal experts (Jõks, Ginter). Although the speaker notes that they are not a lawyer by profession, their treatment of the subject is detailed and authoritative.
2024-01-23
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the global nature of research and development (R&D) and the testing protocols within the medical field. Specific terminology is employed, such as "clinical trials," "cancer risk," and "genetic damage." Furthermore, the complexity of conducting medical tests is acknowledged, with the speaker referring to it as "extremely difficult, almost impossible."
2024-01-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of education, focusing on teacher demographics ("the share of mature-aged teachers") and the reform of the school network. Particular emphasis is placed on the role of local governments in the process of change and the necessity of ensuring sustained development.
2024-01-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the field of environmental technology and water quality, utilizing specific terminology (nitrogen, phosphorus, reuse/recovery, water bodies discharged into the receiving environment). This expertise is confirmed by the presentation of precise quantitative data regarding pollutant quantities (2,190 tons of nitrogen and 58 tons of phosphorus).
2024-01-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The expert analysis addresses the verification of birth and the associated legal and practical complexities. The speaker requests statistical data on similar cases and emphasizes the importance of risk analysis, citing specific media coverage ("Pealtnägija") as the impetus for the draft bill.
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The expert analysis focuses on the topic of European financial mechanisms (ESM) and risk analysis. The speaker refers to specific data ("from today's table") and previous proceedings in the Riigikogu, demonstrating knowledge of policy implementation and the assessment of long-term impact.
2024-01-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Demonstrates specific knowledge in the fields of planning law and land management, utilizing technical terms such as "exemption from detailed planning." The focus is on requesting quantitative data (estimated figures, the volume of pending cases), which indicates a desire to understand the actual scope of the problem.