By Agendas: Aleksandr Tšaplõgin

Total Agendas: 126

Fully Profiled: 126

2025-10-16
Debate on the nationally important issue "Why is food expensive?", initiated by the Estonian Centre Party faction.

XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting

There is no direct confrontation with specific political groups or individuals. The indirect criticism is aimed at the state's inaction regarding the compensation and regulation of high food prices, pointing to the need for state intervention.
2025-10-09
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value-Added Tax Act (661 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The principal adversary is the rapporteur (and their faction), who is being criticized for political hypocrisy and spreading lies. The criticism is intense and personal, focusing on their failure to support previous legislative bills.
2025-10-08
2025 Report by the Minister of Social Affairs on the Implementation of the National Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The speaker is clearly critical of the actions taken by the Minister of Social Affairs and the government, challenging their capacity to guarantee the accessibility of healthcare services. The criticism is aimed at political effectiveness and the handling of funding, rather than at individuals.
2025-10-07
First Reading of the 2026 State Budget Bill (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The opposition is aimed at the government representative (the minister) and is policy-based, criticizing the draft state budget (737 SE) for its failure to offer solutions for alleviating poverty.
2025-09-10
Information session

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing

The main standoff is directed against the prime minister and the government, criticizing their conduct (calling a colleague "stupid") and the political calls made by their advisors (the Moscow Patriarchate). The criticism is intense, focusing both on personal behavior and procedural correctness, and demands a public apology.
2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The main criticism is directed at the government and the prime minister, who are accused of reaching into the public’s pockets with new taxes and supporting unethical content using taxpayer money. The criticism is both policy-based (tax policy) and procedural (the inaction of the session chair when a colleague was insulted). The attack against the Russian-language media is particularly intense, calling into question both its objectivity and the personal values of the editors.
2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Planning Act and other laws (accelerating the adoption of renewable energy) (541 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main opponent is the government, which is promoting the green agenda and intends to phase out oil shale. Criticism has been intense, labeling the scheme a fraud and questioning the selection of entrepreneurs who are being given the opportunity to get rich with state support. The opposition is absolute, as the Center Party faction refuses to take part in this fraud.
2025-06-18
The Future of Energy

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The main opponents are the minister responsible for the government’s energy policy and the current electricity market system (Nord Pool). The criticism is sharp, focusing on the policy’s inefficiency (weather dependence) and the market’s unethical nature (speculation and Elering’s profits). The speaker is considering radical opposition, questioning whether it is time for Estonia to leave the electricity exchange.
2025-06-11
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 UA) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The main opponents are the government and the Social Democrats, who are accused of restricting the activities of the Orthodox Church and engaging in "labeling." The criticism is intense, focusing on political bias and the violation of the principles of the rule of law. Separately, Interior Minister Igor Taro's earlier statements regarding the nuns of the Pühtitsa Convent are being criticized.
2025-06-11
Draft law amending the simplified taxation act for entrepreneurs and the income tax act, and repealing the security tax act – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Strong opposition is directed at the government and specifically named ministers (Michal and Ligi), who are being criticized for their lack of understanding of economic laws. The criticism is intense and politically motivated, claiming that the government is repeating the catastrophic mistakes of 2009, which led to the deepest recession. Compromise is ruled out, as they are demanding a change in government.
2025-06-09
Inquiry Regarding the Spread of Poverty in Estonia (No. 757)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main opponents are the current government, which is accused of state gigantism and unfair tax policies, and the wealthiest 5% of the population who receive tax breaks and benefit from major projects. The criticism is policy- and priority-based, accusing the government of the "reckless burning" (or "insane squandering") of state funds. The intensity of the attacks is high, culminating in a call for a new government.
2025-06-04
Trust crisis

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The main opponent is the government and the prime minister, who are intensely criticized on the grounds of both policy (tax hikes, deteriorating security) and ethics (cheating in elections). The criticism is aimed at the government's lack of leadership accountability and the low level of political culture. Resignation is demanded, which rules out any possibility of compromise.
2025-06-03
The Minister of Public Administration's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session

The speaker is in opposition to the actions taken by the government or the minister, criticizing the management and risk analysis of the Rail Baltic project. The criticism targets the uncertainty surrounding the policies and procedures, especially concerning the assurance of economic viability and military security.
2025-06-02
First reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The criticism targets the actions of the minister and the government, who presented the supplementary budget draft without including any measures for cutting administrative expenses. The opposition is rooted in policy, focusing specifically on the inefficiency of the state apparatus and excessive administrative costs.
2025-05-13
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Organizing a referendum on the question of electricity production from oil shale" (581 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The main confrontation is aimed at the rapporteur, who is criticized for public distrust and the neglect of consumers' economic well-being. The criticism is intense and calls into question the opponent's capacity for empathy, even though it focuses primarily on political and procedural issues.
2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Unemployment Insurance Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (519 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary conflict is with the government, which faces criticism for cutting social spending and for overall budgetary inefficiency. The criticism is rooted in both policy and fiscal concerns, highlighting the government's attempt to save a mere 2 million euros by cutting social welfare, while simultaneously wasting funds elsewhere. A particularly sharp point of contention is the allocation of 3 billion euros in subsidies to organizations whose list has not been made public, raising serious concerns about potential corruption.
2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Planning Act and other laws (accelerating the adoption of renewable energy) (541 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Criticism is aimed at the initiators of the draft bill and the comprehensive green energy policy, which mandates a complete transition by 2030. The opposition is both political and procedural, focusing on financial uncertainty and technical unreliability. Compromise is out of the question, as the speaker cannot support a document that imposes undefined financial obligations on fellow citizens.
2025-05-07
Food safety

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The standoff is directed against the government and the responsible minister, sharply criticizing the lack of policy and inefficiency in supporting agriculture. The criticism is policy- and results-based, accusing the government of losing control over food production and leaving local producers without support.
2025-04-21
First reading of the draft resolution "Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the security of the Riigikogu e-election process" (576 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The opposition is aimed at supporters of the current format of e-elections, and indirectly targets the regimes of Russia and Venezuela, which are utilized as negative reference points. The critique is both procedural and values-based, highlighting an "obvious contradiction" with the standards of Estonian democracy.
2025-04-14
Inquiry regarding the energy sector (no. 724)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The main criticism is aimed at the Reform Party, which is being blamed for the failed market transition in 2013 and for breaking promises. There is also sharp criticism leveled against Nord Pool speculators, who are raking in excessive profits at the expense of consumers. What is considered the most cynical is the fact that the state itself (through Elering) is profiting from the rising cost of electricity—an action that constitutes a policy- and procedure-based attack.
2025-04-09
Who leads Estonia’s finances

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The main targets of opposition are the Minister of Finance and the Minister of Economic Affairs, Erkki Keldo, who is being criticized for contradictory positions regarding the existence of the market economy. The criticism is aimed both at political decisions (subsidies) and at the ministers' competence and accountability in managing state finances. The opposition is intense and is based on the ministers' own statements.
2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main opponents are the government, especially the Social Democratic Party (the "pink Social Democratic Party") and former Minister of the Interior Lauri Läänemets. The criticism is intense and personal, accusing Läänemets of aggressive atheism and acting according to Lenin's example. Opponents are branded as followers of Bolsheviks and red commissars, ruling out any possibility of compromise.
2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The opposing side is criticizing their "colleagues," who they accuse of serving political and financial interests while amending the constitution, specifically with the aim of stripping a particular party of electoral support. The criticism is intense and addresses both procedural violations and the opponents' motives, accusing them of dividing society and undermining national security.
2025-03-24
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (568 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.

The primary targets are the government, which is accused of endless lying and driving the economy into decline, and Brussels, which imposed political CO2 taxes. The criticism is intense, focusing both on specific political decisions and outright dishonesty ("they tried to mislead us"). Also facing sharp criticism are the business interests of green energy producers, who stand accused of enriching themselves at the expense of consumers.
2025-03-19
Market economy in Estonia

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.

The primary opponents are the government and its coalition partner, Eesti 200, who face criticism regarding both economic policy (unequal competition, subsidies) and ethical issues (corruption, aiding affiliated companies). The criticism is intense and casts doubt on the integrity and economic rationale of the government's actions.
2025-03-17
Inquiry regarding the financing of Russian-language Delfi and ETV+

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The main opponents are the government and the prime minister, who are being criticized for their policy regarding the funding of Russian-language media. The criticism is intense, focusing on political bias, the disregard for values, and the wasting of taxpayer money. The speaker calls into question the independence of the publications receiving funding.
2025-03-12
Government foreign policy

The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

The main criticism is aimed at the government's foreign policy leadership, specifically the Minister and Prime Minister Kaja Kallas. The criticism is both political and diplomatic, accusing Kallas of undiplomatic conduct toward the Trump administration, which has damaged relations with a key ally. The intensity of the criticism is high, intended to expose inconsistencies in security policy.
2025-03-10
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu “Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the circumstances related to the termination of Nordica’s activities” (543 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The primary criticism targets the government or responsible decision-makers who continued providing long-term support to the unprofitable airline. The criticism is fierce, including allegations of both poor political decisions and possible personal interests and corruption.
2025-02-19
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting

The main opponent is the minister and the Social Democratic Party (SDE), who are pejoratively called the "pink party." The criticism is intense, accusing the opponents of closing churches and questioning their knowledge of religious matters and their personal faith.
2025-02-18
Draft resolution "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government Regarding the Imposition of a Temporary Solidarity Tax on the Banking Sector" (535 OE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The main opponents are representatives of the ruling coalition, who are sharply criticized for protecting the rich and taxing the poor. Criticism is also aimed at the Bank of Estonia, the Financial Supervision Authority, and the Ministry of Finance for their silence and inaction regarding the unfair profits generated by the banking sector. The opposition is intense, accusing the government of prioritizing Swedish bankers over Estonian citizens.
2025-01-29
The Chancellor of Justice's proposal to align the Electricity Market Act with the Constitution.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The opposition is directed against the state's current energy policy and regulations, which distort competition through the subsidization of renewable energy and the taxation of oil shale. The criticism is policy-based, accusing the system of unfairness and forcing consumers to subsidize producers.
2025-01-22
Draft law amending the Value Added Tax Act (539 SE) - First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.

The main confrontation is directed against the government and the ministers, whose competence in assessing the impact of tax policy is being called into question. Critics claim that the officials have no basis to believe they are more competent than their counterparts in other European countries. The criticism is policy-based, focusing on the government’s assertions that lowering the tax will not help reduce prices.
2025-01-15
Draft law amending the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Health Insurance Act (504 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Direct opponents are not named, but the current sick pay benefits system is sharply criticized. It is deemed harmful and dangerous because it forces people to go to work while ill. The criticism is policy-driven and focuses on the system’s irrationality, which ultimately leads to the development of serious chronic diseases.
2024-12-18
Estonian and Georgian relations

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The primary opposition is directed against the foreign policy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the government, specifically regarding the sanctions imposed on Georgia. The criticism is policy-based, centering on intervention in a sovereign state and the legitimacy of the government’s actions.
2024-12-11
Third reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The main opponent is the government and the Ministry of Finance, which are being criticized for the draft budget and the underlying forecasts. The criticism is twofold: policy-based (tax increases) and technical (the use of questionable forecasts), thereby calling the ministry's credibility into question. The speaker directly corrects the presenter, demonstrating intense opposition.
2024-12-11
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE) - Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The primary targets are the government and the ministers, who are being criticized for incompetent tax hikes and allowing the economic recession to continue. The criticism is policy-driven and intense, accusing the government of harming poorer citizens and funding pointless projects. No willingness to compromise has been expressed; instead, radical changes are being demanded.
2024-12-11
Economic Growth and Eesti Energia

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth session, press briefing.

The primary opponents are the government and its members (Kaja Kallas, Jürgen Ligi), who are being criticized for causing the economic recession and for shifting the blame abroad (to Putin). The criticism is intense and highly accusatory, focusing on political failures and the ironically detrimental nature of the government's actions.
2024-12-10
Draft law amending the Act on the Status of a Member of the Riigikogu (528 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The primary conflict is with the governing coalition, who are facing criticism for their plan to reject a substantive bill introduced by the speaker's group. The criticism is procedural and centers on the coalition's unreasonable motives.
2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law on the security tax (512 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The primary opponent is the government, which is being criticized for its decision to take money away from the poor instead of opting for alternative funding sources. The criticism is policy-driven and intense, labeling the government's chosen course as harmful and unjust.
2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main opponent is the government, which is facing intense criticism for deepening the economic downturn and lying about the necessary budgetary needs. The criticism is both political and value-based, accusing the government of spending hundreds of millions on useless projects and robbing the people.
2024-12-03
Continuation of the second reading of the draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The opposition is directed at the state’s growing control and a bill that grants child protection officials overly broad powers. The criticism is intense and values-driven, warning against state interference that could destroy normal families.
2024-11-21
Draft law amending the Unemployment Insurance Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (519 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main opponent is the government, which is being criticized for unfair and socially detrimental policies whose sole purpose is saving money. The criticism is policy-based and intense, focusing on the fact that the reform is being carried out "at the expense of the poorest." Compromise is out of the question, as the speaker's faction proposes rejecting the bill immediately.
2024-11-21
Draft law amending the State Duty Act and the Act on Narcotic and Psychotropic Substances and Their Precursors (502 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main opponent is the Government, which is being criticized for its policy (the raising of state fees) and its negative social impact. The criticism is policy-based and intense, manifesting in a proposal to halt the reading of the draft bill, which rules out compromise.
2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (527 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main confrontation is directed at the bill's rapporteur (Mr. Seeder) and the bill's supporters. The criticism is intense, focusing on the incompetence regarding the political (security) and legal (democracy, collective punishment) foundations of the proposal. He asks directly whether the rapporteur considers himself more qualified than the Chancellor of Justice and the former head of KAPO.
2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main opponents are the supporters of the draft law, who are being criticized for implementing the principle of collective punishment and using undemocratic methods. The criticism is intense and centers on the ethical and security rationale of the policy. Data regarding a willingness to compromise is lacking, but the position remains strongly oppositional.
2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Social Welfare Act and the Value Added Tax Act (mental health services) – third reading (500 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The opposition is aimed at the bill proposed by the government, criticizing its substance and the absence of viable solutions. The criticism is intense and policy-driven, arguing that the document fails to resolve a serious issue or provide realistic support for small local governments.
2024-11-20
Energetics

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.

The opposition's stance is directed against the government's and the European Union's policy of phasing out fossil fuels, criticizing the resulting economic impact and the decline in competitiveness. It also criticizes the national tax policy, which drives up the cost of energy sources. The criticism is based on both political and economic grounds.
2024-11-20
The churning of pensioners.

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.

The main opponent is the government and a specific minister, who is being criticized for the policy regarding the taxation of pensions. The criticism is policy-driven and intense, manifesting in a direct challenge to their understanding, and there is no mention of the possibility of compromise.
2024-11-06
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law repealing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (488 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The primary opposition is aimed at the government and the proponents of the proposed car tax, who are being criticized for the mismanagement of public funds and for implementing unfair tax policies. The criticism is intense and policy-based, accusing the government of financing wasteful projects and stifling economic growth.
2024-11-06
The situation in the country

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing

The main opposition is aimed at the organizers of the Riigikogu procedures (the Speaker or advisors), who are suspected of personal bias and compiling an unfair agenda. The criticism is both procedural and personal, calling into question the motives of the decision-makers ("I don't know who compiles the queue for the information hour").
2024-11-05
Overview of the Government of the Republic’s Activities in the Implementation of European Union Policy

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The main criticism is directed at the government and its policies, which are excessively subservient to Brussels' orders. The opposition is political and focuses on the government's inability to protect national economic interests in the energy sector. The intensity of the criticism is high, pointing to the destruction of national assets.
2024-10-17
Draft law amending the Social Welfare Act (pension support) - first reading (508 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main opponent is the government, which is sharply criticized for its policies (taking money away from pensioners) and its budget management (wasting billions on pointless projects). The intensity of the criticism is high, and compromise is ruled out, as the Centre Faction proposes rejecting the bill in the first reading.
2024-10-17
Draft law amending the Social Welfare Act and the Value Added Tax Act (mental health services) – first reading (500 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The primary adversary is the Government, which is being criticized for political complacency and disregard for local municipalities. The criticism is policy-driven, focusing on procedural and substantive errors related to the imposition of unfunded mandates. The resistance is intense, demanding the complete rejection of the draft bill rather than a compromise.
2024-10-16
Draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main opponent is the government and the minister, who are criticized for the strategic shortcomings of the budget and ideological inconsistency. Criticism is aimed at the policy (the content of the budget) and ideological consistency, referencing the government being labeled as "free-market fans" who nonetheless support large subsidies.
2024-10-16
Draft Security Tax Act (512 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The opposition is aimed at a specific tax law bill (512 SE) and the resulting tax hike. The criticism is policy-driven, focusing on the economic repercussions, and is being presented to the minister in the form of a question.
2024-10-16
Minister of Finance's Statements

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The main opponent is the Minister of Finance and the government, who are criticized both for the rhetorical labeling of tax policy and for a lack of social sensitivity. The criticism is intense and includes direct attacks against the illogicality and dishonesty of the minister's statements. No willingness to compromise is apparent; the focus is on accountability.
2024-10-16
Electrical supply

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The criticism is directed at the energy policy of the government or the responsible minister, focusing on the policy's inefficiency, high costs, and unrealistic goals. The opposition is clearly policy-based, not personal.
2024-10-15
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The opposition is directed against the government's excise policy, which is represented by the minister. The criticism is policy-based, focusing on the detrimental economic impact of the proposed legislative changes on citizens and businesses.
2024-10-15
First reading of the draft law amending the Income Tax Act and the Defence Service Act, and the draft law amending the Income Tax Act (509 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The primary criticism is aimed at the government, which is accused of systematically increasing inequality. The criticism is intense and focuses on the ethical and distributional injustice of the policy, questioning why the commission failed to discuss this issue.
2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act and other laws (507 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The primary adversary is the government, which is being severely criticized for its political decisions regarding state financing. The criticism is policy-driven and accusatory, highlighting the government's apparent desire to take money specifically from the poor while simultaneously protecting the wealthy.
2024-10-09
Management Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The criticism is aimed at the drafters of the draft state budget who have produced a document that is insufficiently clear. The criticism is both procedural and policy-based, focusing on the lack of transparency.
2024-10-09
Agricultural policy and the future of Tartu Agro

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The primary opposition is aimed at the government and the prime minister, who are being criticized for their failure to solve economic problems and protect domestic food production. The criticism is policy-driven, demanding concrete actions from the government.
2024-10-08
Draft law amending the Criminal Code (452 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker senses strong opposition to the draft bill, predicting its rejection, but refrains from naming or criticizing the opposing factions. The analysis of this opposition is focused more on understanding political processes.
2024-09-25
Draft resolution "Appointment of an auditor to audit the activities of the National Audit Office for 2024–2025" (495 OE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The criticism is directed against the proposal to name a specific auditor. The opposition is a procedural and credibility issue, as the firm's short operating history is being called into question. The attacks are intensely skeptical, focusing on factual data.
2024-09-25
Rail Baltic

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

Criticism is aimed at the project leaders or the government, who have failed to provide data regarding the project's viability and final cost. The opposition is intense and centers on financial opacity and the inefficient use of taxpayer funds.
2024-09-25
The situation in the country.

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The main opponent is the government, which is being criticized for its inability to halt the decline in the standard of living. The criticism is policy-based, particularly concerning plans to raise taxes, which are widely viewed as only making the situation worse.
2024-09-25
About the Estonian economy

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The main opponent is the government and the Prime Minister, whose proposed economic decisions are facing criticism. The criticism is policy-driven, focusing on the anticipated negative consequences of the changes to the tax system (e.g., higher inflation and increased unemployment).
2024-09-19
First reading of the Draft Act amending the Basic Schools and Upper Secondary Schools Act and the Vocational Educational Institutions Act (404 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The opposition is directed against the bill's rapporteur, who is being heavily criticized over the policy's feasibility, with demands for a personal explanation of exactly how the proposal would work in practice. The criticism is both substantive and intense, casting serious doubt on the proposal's viability.
2024-09-19
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Family Benefits Act (388 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Opponents are sharply criticized for their political choices and lack of empathy, suggesting that those who vote against the proposal have no idea what it means to raise children in poverty. The criticism targets the government’s assertion that money has nothing to do with having children—a claim that is deemed false.
2024-09-18
Economy

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The primary adversary is the government, which is addressed directly through the person of the Prime Minister. The criticism is policy-driven, focusing on the negative impact of tax hikes (labor taxes, VAT, corporate income tax). The intensity of the attack is high, calling the country's economic future into question.
2024-09-11
Government economic policy

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

The main opponent is the government, headed by the prime minister and the Reform Party, who are being sharply criticized for the failure of their economic policy. The criticism is policy-based (tax hikes and spending cuts) and results-based (a prolonged recession and inflation). The intensity of the attack is high, suggesting the dangerous nature of the government's actions.
2024-09-11
Salaries in the Ministry of the Interior Sector

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

The primary opposition is aimed at the Social Democratic Party (SDE) and the Tallinn city authorities they control (Jevgeni Ossinovski, Madle Lippus). The criticism is intense and highly personalized, centering on procedural and ethical infractions, and includes accusations of a conflict of interest.
2024-09-10
First Reading of the Draft Act (412 SE) on Amendments to the Riigikogu Election Act (Obtaining a Compensatory Mandate Based on the Number of Votes Cast for the Candidate)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The opposition is directed against the current electoral system, which is considered flawed and unfair. Specific criticism is leveled at deputies who received their mandate solely due to a high position on the party list and later switched parties, thereby losing the trust of the voters. The criticism is both procedural (the law is flawed) and personal/ethical (distrust, retaining the mandate after switching parties).
2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 UA)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The primary opposition is the Reform Party and the current government, who stand accused of robbing poorer citizens and causing the economic downturn. The criticism is policy-driven, focusing specifically on the unfairness of the tax structure. The intensity of the attacks is high, labeling the government's actions as unjust and outright insane.
2024-07-22
Granting Authorization to Prime Ministerial Candidate Kristen Michal to Form the Government

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.

The primary criticism targets the Reform Party-led government and their proposed tax policy. The criticism is intense, centering on the policy's failures (the economic recession) and the detrimental impact of the new taxes. The competence of the opposing side is being questioned, specifically whether they even grasp the economy-stifling effect of raising taxes.
2024-07-15
Reconsideration of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA) left unpromulgated by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The main opposition is directed at the supporters of the car tax, who are being criticized for their choice of priorities. The criticism is policy- and value-based, questioning why a tax that "robs ordinary people" is being prioritized over the special bank tax proposed by the Centre Party. The opposition is intense and uncompromising, as it is claimed that "no changes will save it."
2024-06-14
Second Reading of the Draft State Supplementary Budget Act for 2024 (456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, additional plenary session

The primary adversary is the "Government," which faces fierce criticism regarding both its policy decisions (such as withdrawing support from families) and its financial incompetence (specifically, money that has gone unspent). The opposition is intense and uncompromising, given that the speaker refuses to back the supplementary budget.
2024-06-12
The Actions of the Government and the Prime Minister

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing

The primary point of contention is directed at the Prime Minister's actions and internal government communication. The criticism is procedural, questioning the Prime Minister's right to attend an important international meeting without prior consultation with the government, citing procedural irregularity.
2024-06-11
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement "On the Crisis of Democracy in Georgia" (449 AE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The criticism is directed at the proponents of the draft resolution and the commission, who are discussing the situation in Georgia without first addressing the clear issue of legitimacy. The criticism is both procedural and political, focusing on the impermissibility of interference in the internal affairs of a sovereign state.
2024-06-10
First Reading of the Draft Act on the 2024 Supplementary Budget (456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The confrontation is directed against the actions of the government (the minister) and the committee handling the draft legislation. The criticism is policy-based, calling into question the budget's failure to address economic growth targets and the adequacy of the procedural analysis. The attacks are intense because the fundamental principles underlying the budget's preparation are being challenged.
2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The opposition is focused on the government's tax policy, particularly the introduction of the car tax, which is widely seen as punitive towards the poor. The criticism is policy-driven, accusing the government and the commission of favoring unfair taxes (the car tax) over socially fairer alternatives (the bank tax). The politician also broadly criticizes the increase in VAT, excise duties, and state fees.
2024-06-05
The Actions of the Government and the Prime Minister

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The primary criticism targets the actions of the Prime Minister (Kaja Kallas) and the government's transparency when assuming international commitments. The criticism is procedural, focusing on whether the Prime Minister fulfilled her duty to inform the government, and it has been presented in the form of questions.
2024-06-05
Ida-Viru County specialist doctors and hospitals' overtime coefficients

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

Insufficient data
2024-05-29
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (407 OE) "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic regarding the Increase of Support for Youth Extracurricular Activities."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The criticism is directed against the financial feasibility of the proposal, demanding clarification regarding the sources of funding for the costs. The objection is procedural and fiscal, not personal.
2024-05-29
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Lowering the Value-Added Tax on Domestic Fruits and Vegetables to 5 Percent" (406 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main criticism is aimed at the coalition, which has refused to support the Centre Faction's earlier fiscal policy proposals (bank tax, progressive income tax). The criticism is policy-based, expressing regret over the lack of support for good ideas.
2024-05-29
First reading of the Riigikogu Draft Resolution "Supporting the Introduction of Nuclear Energy in Estonia" (431 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

There is not enough data.
2024-05-29
First reading of the Draft Act Amending the Child Protection Act and Other Acts (427 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The opposition is directed against the bill introduced by the government and the political course that accompanies it. The criticism focuses on the political ramifications, especially the state's excessive interference in family life and the criteria used for child placement.
2024-05-29
Government Investments and Defense Spending

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing

The opposition is aimed directly at the prime minister and the government, accusing them of incompetence in handling the budget deficit. The criticism is intense, stemming from policy failures and the manipulation of figures, particularly concerning the true impact of defense spending on tax hikes.
2024-05-28
Second Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The confrontation is aimed at the governing coalition and its spokesperson, who are accused of breaking promises and robbing the poor. The criticism is intense, encompassing both political critiques (specifically, the distribution of taxes) and moral judgment. No possibility of compromise is mentioned; instead, the focus is placed squarely on the opposing side's unethical conduct.
2024-05-27
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Social Protection on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The main confrontation is with the government and the coalition, who are accused of breaking a promise made in the coalition agreement concerning the taxation of pensions. The criticism is intense, focusing on both political injustice and ethical choices (the robbing of the poorer).
2024-05-15
Government Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The main confrontation is directed at the government and the prime minister, who are being criticized for lacking a plan to address the teacher shortage. The criticism focuses on policy outcomes and procedural failures (the government's inability to preempt the crisis), rather than being personal.
2024-05-15
Bureaucracy

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The main opponent is the prime minister and the government, whose claim regarding the public sector's slimness is being attacked directly and intensely. The criticism is policy- and performance-based, focusing on the public sector's inefficiency and excessive size compared to other countries.
2024-05-09
Debate on the matter of significant national importance: "E-elections – a threat to democracy."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary conflict is with the government, which is being criticized both for ignoring the issue and for its intention to expand the scope of e-voting (by allowing people to vote via mobile phone). The criticism targets the government's political decisions and its failure to resolve fundamental problems concerning the system's reliability and transparency.
2024-05-08
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic Regarding the Imposition of a Temporary Solidarity Tax on the Banking Sector" (367 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The primary adversaries are the government and the Reform Party, who are accused of taxing the poor and protecting the rich. The criticism targets both policy (unbalanced taxation) and ethical motivations (fear of sponsors). The intensity of the attacks is high, suggesting dishonest political motives.
2024-05-08
State and Church

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The main opponents are members of the government: the Prime Minister (for supporting the mayor), the Interior Minister (for pressuring churches), and the Foreign Minister (for ignoring the security risk). The criticism is intense and accusatory, focusing on political discord and the disregard for security threats.
2024-05-08
The Economic Situation

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The main criticism is aimed at the government (the Prime Minister and the Ministry of Finance) regarding the signing of a 400 million euro loan agreement. The criticism is policy- and procedure-based, focusing on the lack of transparency in spending and the absence of the expected impact.
2024-05-06
A written motion submitted by 22 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Education and Research, Kristina Kallas

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The opposition is directed at the political decisions made by the Minister of Education and Research, especially concerning the changes to teachers' qualification requirements. The criticism is policy- and outcome-based, demanding clarification regarding the impact of the forthcoming changes on teachers' jobs.
2024-05-02
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement (420 AE) "On Declaring the Moscow Patriarchate an Institution Supporting the Military Aggression of the Russian Federation"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The confrontation is directed against the bill's rapporteur and its supporters, who are being criticized for their lack of clarity and contradictory claims regarding the draft legislation's objectives. The criticism targets procedural uncertainty and political ambiguity, demanding a clear answer about where the truth lies.
2024-05-02
Continuation of the first reading of the Bill on the Tax on Sweetened Beverages (418 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The opposition is directed at the minister and the government's policy concerning the implementation of the sugary drinks tax. The criticism is political, stressing that the government's approach is punitive, not supportive.
2024-04-30
First reading of the Bill amending the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

The confrontation is directed at the government and the minister, who are sharply criticized for an unjust tax policy that takes money from the most vulnerable groups. The criticism is political and carries an ethical undertone, accusing the government of increasing the impoverishment of the populace and refusing to tax bank profits.
2024-04-30
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the State Fees Act and Related Amendments to Other Acts (417 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

The primary adversary is the government and the minister, who are being criticized for their policy of raising state levies. The criticism is intense and substantive, accusing the government of economically harming citizens and disregarding the issue of inflation. The opposition is absolute and uncompromising.
2024-04-30
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Penal Code and the Amendment of Other Related Acts (Increasing the Fine Unit) (Bill 415 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

The opposition is aimed at the government's (or minister's) inaction or inability to address the inequality inherent in the fine system. The criticism is policy-driven, focusing specifically on how the current system fails to ensure that penalties have a meaningful impact on wealthy individuals. While there is no information regarding a willingness to compromise, a clear alternative proposal has been put forward.
2024-04-17
Second Reading of the Draft Act (344 SE) on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and Related Amendment of Other Acts

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The opposition is directed at the bill's rapporteur and seemingly also the majority of the committee, who have failed to provide satisfactory answers regarding the security of e-voting. The criticism is both substantive and procedural, focusing on the burden of proof and accountability.
2024-04-17
Security

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing

The main opponents are Tallinn Mayor Jevgeni Ossinovski, the head of the government, and the coalition partners (the Reform Party, Isamaa), who are being criticized for creating a dangerous situation. The criticism is intense, personal, and ethical, focusing on family business ties with Russia and the accompanying security threat.
2024-04-17
Frightening the population

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing

The main targets of criticism are the government and officials, who are accused of constantly talking about the war. The criticism is directed at the consequences of the government's actions (financial damage) and is intense because it implies a lack of accountability.
2024-04-10
Government decisions

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The main target is the Prime Minister, who is being required to clarify the government's position on the issue of voting rights for Russian citizens. The criticism is directed against the expected outcome of the political measure, questioning its overall rationale.
2024-04-10
The Prime Minister's Policy

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The main opponent is the Prime Minister and the government he leads, who are being criticized for the economic decline and failed measures. The criticism is policy-based, focusing on raising taxes and cutting spending, and its intensity is high, pointing to the catastrophic consequences of the policy.
2024-04-03
Pension Taxation

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The opposition is aimed at the Prime Minister and the government, who stand accused of breaking pre-election promises concerning the taxation of pensions. The criticism is intense and centers on the policy's injustice, calling into question the government's moral compass regarding the elderly. The speaker contrasts the government's actions with the solution proposed by the Centre Party (taxing banks' excess profits).
2024-04-02
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Abandon the Imposition of the Car Tax and Withdraw the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill from the Riigikogu Proceedings" (374 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The speaker opposes the introduction of the car tax and criticizes the opposition purely on policy grounds. The criticism centers on the absence of alternative solutions and the illogical justification for the taxes, drawing a comparison between the car tax and the idea of a bank tax. The attacks are aimed at the political substance, not at the individuals themselves.
2024-03-20
Government Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.

The main opponent is the government, which is being criticized for tax hikes that are harming the economy. The criticism is based on both policy and results, casting doubt on the government's grasp of the economic situation and its ability to collect taxes effectively.
2024-03-20
Car Tax

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.

The opposition is aimed at the minister responsible for the car tax bill and the government. The criticism is strictly policy-driven, focusing on the absence of social exemptions and the question of the bill’s constitutionality.
2024-03-19
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Health on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker directly criticizes the minister's political approach, calling into question the automatic association of new taxes (the sugar tax) with improving children's health. The criticism is policy-based, offering alternative fiscal policy solutions.
2024-03-13
The Present and Future Challenges Facing the Domestic Food Industry

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The main confrontation is directed at the Prime Minister and the government, who are sharply criticized for failing to resolve the economic recession. The criticism is performance-based and demands concrete evidence of action, calling into question the government's capability.
2024-03-06
Spreading misinformation

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The main opponents are Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, the Reform Party, and Isamaa, who stand accused of unprofitable privatization and the dissemination of misinformation. The criticism is intense, personal, and centers on the Prime Minister's constant deceit and incompetence, linking these issues to a direct threat to the state.
2024-03-06
Government Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The main opponent is the government and the prime minister, whose proposed car tax is being sharply criticized as unfair and socially irresponsible. The criticism is policy-based, but intense, involving a direct challenge to the opposing side's ethical understanding of justice.
2024-03-04
Interpellation Regarding the Temporary Taxation of Banks' Excess Profits (No. 595)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The opposition's stance is aimed directly against the tax policy of the prime minister and the government, criticizing it on the grounds of social injustice. The criticism is policy-based, calling into question the fundamental principles of taxation (poor versus rich).
2024-02-14
First Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The confrontation is aimed at the government and the minister, criticizing their political logic and priorities. The criticism is policy- and value-based, accusing the government of harming the populace, especially the poorer segments, in favor of banking interests. The intensity of the opposition is high, manifesting in a direct questioning of their loyalty.
2024-02-14
Salaries of police officers and rescue workers

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The main criticism is aimed at the actions of the minister and the ministries responsible for budget allocation. The criticism is intense and centers on political injustice, contrasting the rewarding of bureaucrats with the low wages of frontline workers. The opponent's conduct is being described as rewarding poor performance.
2024-02-07
Tax Policy

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The main opponent is the government and the prime minister, who are being sharply criticized for their tax policy and for ignoring poverty. The criticism is policy-based, but it is escalating into an accusation that the government serves the interests of a narrow circle (5% of the population, the oligarchs), rather than the interests of the entire Estonian nation. There is no apparent willingness to compromise.
2024-02-07
Nordica Special Audit

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The main adversary is clearly "the current government," which is sharply criticized for its detrimental impact on the economic environment and for creating uncertainty. The criticism is aimed at the government's actions and effectiveness, not at the personal level.
2024-01-24
Doctor Appointment Problems

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The main opponent is the government and the prime minister, from whom answers and an action plan for resolving the healthcare crisis are demanded. The criticism is aimed at the government’s inability to solve the problem of doctor’s appointment queues and is therefore policy- and results-based.
2024-01-24
Teachers

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The main opposition is directed against the government and its ministries (including PRIA), criticizing their decision to pay generous bonuses to civil servants at a time when there is a shortage of funds for teachers' salary increases. The criticism is intense and focuses on the unfairness of the budget policy and the government's failure to improve the public's standard of living.
2024-01-17
Rail Baltica

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The primary opposition is aimed at the government's policy supporting the continuation of the Rail Baltic project, despite its financial unprofitability. The criticism is political and fiscal in nature, demanding explanations from the Prime Minister regarding the project's necessity.
2024-01-17
Economic competitiveness

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The primary adversary is the government and the prime minister, whose political understanding of the consequences resulting from the tax hike is being directly called into question. The criticism is policy-driven and intense, often manifesting as a rhetorical question.
2024-01-10
Electricity prices

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The primary targets of the opposition are the Prime Minister and the Minister of Regional Affairs, whose assertions regarding the stabilization of energy prices and public welfare are deemed false. The criticism focuses on the government's inaction and the ambiguity surrounding the role of the Competition Authority in the context of high prices. The resistance is intense and fact-based.
2024-01-08
Inquiry Regarding the Threat to the Independence of Press Publications (No. 345)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The main confrontation is directed at the minister and the government, whose responses are considered insufficient and untrustworthy. The criticism is aimed at the government's policy regarding the funding of private media and the potential influence that accompanies it. The intensity of the opposition is high, as the minister's explanations are not directly believed.