Agenda Profile: Madis Timpson
Draft law (534 SE) on Estonia’s accession to the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child concerning procedures for complaints
2024-12-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.
Political Position
The political position focuses on the issue of ratifying the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child. The speaker firmly rejects the accusation that the government is anti-child, thereby taking a defensive stance for the government. The focus is on the details of policy implementation and the associated costs for the state.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the Estonian legal framework, emphasizing the role of the Chancellor of Justice as the children's ombudsman. Specific data is used (five appeals last year) to assess the activity of the existing system.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and respectful, addressing the Minister directly. The speaker first employs a brief emotional comment (regarding the children's excellence), but quickly transitions to specific policy and financial issues.
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Activity Patterns
He/She spoke at the Riigikogu sitting during the first reading of the bill, posing information-gathering questions to the minister. Records of other appearances are unavailable.
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Opposition Stance
The speaker strongly pushes back against the accusation that the government is anti-child, firmly rejecting the claim. The criticism is aimed more at political labeling than at specific policy.
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Collaboration Style
The cooperation style is respectful and information-seeking, involving direct appeals to the minister for clarification. There is no data available regarding inter-party cooperation.
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Regional Focus
The focus is at the national level (the Estonian legal system, the role of the Chancellor of Justice) and the international level (ratification). There is no regional or local focus.
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Economic Views
Economic views are characterized by caution regarding new commitments, specifically inquiring about the hidden costs associated with ratification for the Estonian state. This points to a concern for fiscal discipline.
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Social Issues
The primary social issue is children's rights and the complaints procedure. The speaker expresses a positive attitude towards Estonian children, considering them capable and intelligent.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the draft Act concerning accession to the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child (Bill 534 SE). The speaker's role is the critical examination of the bill, focusing on its impact and costs, and ascertaining the position of the Chancellor of Justice.
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