By Plenary Sessions: Aleksandr Tšaplõgin
Total Sessions: 89
Fully Profiled: 89
2025-10-16
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The primary social focus is directed toward poverty and social inequality, stemming from high prices and low incomes. Targeted social measures, such as free food vouchers or cards, are supported to assist those in need, referring to this assistance as a human obligation.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The primary social issue is access to healthcare, highlighting concerns over lengthy medical waiting lists, some of which stretch to six months or even longer. This is framed as a critical problem requiring an immediate financial solution.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The primary social issue is poverty and the widespread financial insecurity among the population. It is stressed that thousands of people are forced to take out loans just to cover their daily utility bills, which points to significant deficiencies in the social safety net.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing
The social topics include the issue of closing organizations subordinate to the Moscow Patriarchate, which points to a strong focus on national security and the control of foreign influence channeled through religious institutions. Another social aspect is the safeguarding of the parliament's internal culture and ethical conduct.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
Social issues are being scrutinized through a moralistic lens, specifically questioning the values of state-funded Russian-language media (Delfi, Postimees). The main points of criticism are directed at the publication of articles containing pornographic content and the personal lifestyles of the editors (homosexuality, appearing with an escort/companion). The way the issue is framed points to a strong conservative value framework that challenges the state's financial support for such values.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The social issue being addressed is the impoverishment of the population and the resulting decline in quality of life, which stems directly from expensive energy costs and dishonest schemes. The objective is to ensure that citizens are not forced to sit in the dark just to save money.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
There is not enough data.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Socially, there is a strong focus on protecting religious freedom, particularly concerning the Russian Orthodox Church and its tens of thousands of members. The speaker opposes the government’s attempts to restrict the church’s canonical ties, emphasizing the principle of the rule of law: that punishment can only be applied for an act that has actually been committed. He criticizes the government’s actions as "labeling" and "muzzling society."
2025-06-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary social issues are poverty and the inadequate level of social assistance, emphasizing the need to ensure a dignified standard of living for everyone. Specific criticism is directed at the 200-euro subsistence benefit, which is deemed shameful, as well as the 250 million euro shortfall in healthcare funding. There is support for a significant increase in social expenditures.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
There is not enough data.
2025-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session
Lack of data
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
Lack of data
2025-05-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The social focus is directed toward the issue of public trust and the support of direct democracy (referenda). Concern for consumers' financial well-being due to energy prices is also highlighted, using the phrase "our people."
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
When addressing social issues, the focus is on increasing social spending, given that Estonia allocates the least amount of funds to social needs compared to other European countries, thereby condemning those in need to poverty. There is particular opposition to cutting unemployment benefits for caregivers of children and students, with critics equating this measure to serving a criminal sentence.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The social problems mentioned include young people leaving rural areas, which is framed as a direct consequence of failed economic and agricultural policies. This issue is tied to questions of regional policy and economic viability.
2025-04-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The social topic being addressed is the trustworthiness of the democratic process and the guarantee of voluntary participation in voting, which relates directly to the principles of civil liberties and the right to vote (suffrage). It is stressed that the procedure for e-voting differs fundamentally from voting at a polling station.
2025-04-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Not enough data.
2025-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
Insufficient data.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker strongly defends civil liberties and non-discrimination, opposing the collective punishment of 'grey passport' holders through disenfranchisement. A strong moral and historical framework is employed in defending the Orthodox Church against state interference, accusing opponents of anti-Christian activities.
2025-03-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
There is not enough data.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.
There is too little data.
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker voiced strong opposition to the content featured in state-funded media—specifically coverage of sex toys, swinger clubs, and pornography—citing moral and value-based concerns. This underscores a conservative position regarding public morality and media standards, raising the question of whether these are the values the state ought to be endorsing.
2025-03-12
The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.
There is not enough data.
2025-03-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus of social issues is heavily centered on protecting religious freedom and the Orthodox Church, standing in opposition to state interference. A moral and religious framework is employed, which includes asking the minister a direct question about his personal belief in God.
2025-02-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The main social issue is economic well-being and poverty, highlighting that high prices are forcing tens of thousands of people to cut back on food. The social framework is tied to economic justice, specifically protecting pensioners and children from the government's tax policy, which strips them of their very last pennies.
2025-01-29
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Insufficient data.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
The primary social concern is the availability and affordability of food, which, due to rapid price increases, has become a luxury item for many. This topic is being addressed with the aim of fostering social solidarity and improving the economic situation of the population.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary social issue is public health and employee well-being, emphasizing the humane necessity of preventing the pressure to go to work while ill. The objective is to protect both the sick employee and those around them.
2024-12-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing
Social issues related to police activity during demonstrations and the violent behavior of protesters (firecrackers, Molotov cocktails) are addressed. The principles of the rule of law and the state's reaction to mass riots are emphasized, drawing parallels between contrasting situations.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Regarding social issues, the direct negative impact of tax increases on poorer citizens is addressed. This highlights the social regressivity of the economic policy, but other traditional social issues are not covered in the speech.
2024-12-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth session, press briefing.
No data available
2024-12-10
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
Concerning social issues, emphasis is placed on the decline in living standards and the injustice that results from taxing low-income individuals and pensioners. The speaker advocates for the protection of economically vulnerable groups, labeling any further tax hikes as detrimental and unfair.
2024-12-03
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker focuses on social issues related to child protection, family autonomy, and the traditional family structure. Strong opposition is voiced against placing children with same-sex foster parents, and state interference in "normal" families is criticized.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
In the social sector, attention is focused on the accessibility of mental health care and the inadequacy of social benefits (unemployment insurance, subsistence allowance), stressing that entire categories of citizens, such as students, are left without support. The rights of Russian citizens and non-citizens residing in Estonia are vigorously defended, opposing the revocation of voting rights based on the principle of collective punishment, which is contrary to democracy and the rule of law.
2024-11-20
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.
The only social issue discussed is the taxation of pensions, which is treated primarily as a matter of the state's debt obligation and fairness. Other social issues (e.g., education, immigration) are not addressed.
2024-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The main social issue revolves around economic justice and inequality, with the car tax being viewed as robbing the poor while not being offensive to the rich. Furthermore, the necessity of owning a car is emphasized due to the decreasing availability of public transportation.
2024-11-06
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing
Insufficient data.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
There is insufficient data.
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Within the social sector, the primary issues facing the state are highlighted as the need to eradicate poverty and boost the birth rate. There is particularly strong concern regarding the welfare of pensioners, with criticism directed at the government for cutting benefits and allowances for residents of care homes. The worsening of mental health, linked to rising taxes and prices, is also being brought to the forefront.
2024-10-16
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing
The focus is placed on social inequality and the rising cost of living, highlighting the difficult plight of pensioners and minimum wage earners. It utilizes the minister's personal anecdotes about saving money to emphasize the social divide between the government and low-wage workers.
2024-10-15
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
Among social issues, emphasis is placed on the risk of people's living standards declining, which is directly linked to economic policy decisions (excise taxes). Social problems are mainly addressed through the prism of economic inequality and tax policy.
2024-10-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The social topic under discussion is the social equity of healthcare financing and the protection of poorer individuals from financial burdens. This is closely tied to questions of economic redistribution, underscoring the fact that the majority of patients are not wealthy.
2024-10-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
Among the social issues being addressed is the decline in the standard of living, which is directly linked to rising prices and the general economic situation.
2024-10-08
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
No data available
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
Insufficient data
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
Social issues have been addressed within the context of economic well-being, emphasizing concerns regarding the decline in people's standard of living and the reduction of purchasing power. It is specifically highlighted that a large segment of the population is forced to take out loans just to cover daily expenses, which indicates a deterioration of the social situation.
2024-09-19
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The primary social issues are the deep demographic crisis and child poverty, both of which are being addressed as national priorities. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of guaranteeing adequate financial support for children, and criticism is leveled at the insufficient funding for education, particularly concerning the budget allocated for school meals.
2024-09-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
There is not enough data.
2024-09-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.
The social issue under discussion is the inequality and ethics surrounding education funding. Particular attention is drawn to the Tallinn City government’s decision to allocate funds to a private school while simultaneously leaving the public Kalamaja school, which is operating under difficult circumstances, without financing. This situation is linked to a conflict of interest among politicians.
2024-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
No data available
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The social focus is directed towards economic justice and poverty, emphasizing that due to government policies, people are struggling even to pay their utility bills. They support the principle that the rich should help the state, and the state should help the poor, in order to restore normal life.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
Among social issues, the impact of tax increases on lower-income individuals is addressed. This topic is presented in the context of criticism of economic policy, emphasizing the regressive effect of taxes on consumption.
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The social focus is centered on economic inequality and social justice, stressing that the proposed car tax will disproportionately affect the poorest residents. Furthermore, the freedom of movement for the Estonian population, particularly those living in rural areas, is being defended as a crucial social consideration.
2024-06-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, additional plenary session
In the social sphere, the speaker focuses on supporting families, criticizing the government for withdrawing benefits. The issue of community safety and the accessibility of essential services was also raised, specifically regarding the closure of the Kopli rescue station.
2024-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing
No data available
2024-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
No data
2024-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
Insufficient data.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
There is not enough data.
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
In the social sector, concern is being expressed over the potential change in the child protection model, fearing the easy removal of children from their families and their placement with same-sex couples, following the example of the Scandinavian model. This points to a conservative anxiety regarding the traditional family model and child protection policy.
2024-05-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing
No data available
2024-05-28
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
Regarding social issues, the focus is on the financial security of the elderly and social justice. Specifically, there is opposition to taxing the average pension, as this reduces the income of seniors and impacts the poorer segments of society.
2024-05-27
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The primary social focus is the economic security and protection of the elderly, strongly opposing the taxation of pensions, which reduces seniors' income by 130 euros annually.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing
The primary social issue is the education crisis and the teacher shortage, the worsening of which is linked to the enforcement of new language requirements. This is presented as a pressing problem that requires immediate government intervention.
2024-05-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Among the social issues discussed are the foundations of democracy and citizens' trust in state institutions. It is emphasized that unreliable elections create a situation where almost half of our fellow citizens do not fully trust our democratic institutions.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.
Among the social issues addressed is the taxation of pensions, which is linked to the theme of economic justice and the protection of the poor. This is framed as an issue of economic inequality.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
It focuses on church and state relations, strongly emphasizing the separation of the state from the church. It criticizes the Ministry of the Interior's interference in the canonical relations between Orthodox congregations and the Moscow Patriarchate, deeming it meddling in church affairs. Another significant social issue is security and its connection to Russian business ties.
2024-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The primary social issue revolves around education and teacher professionalism. Emphasis is placed on concerns regarding the removal of the requirement for pedagogical education and its impact on the quality of education and the social situation of teachers.
2024-05-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Among the social topics addressed are public health, examined through tax policy (soft drinks vs. fruits and vegetables), and the impact of political statements on Estonian believers. The speaker demands clarity on whether the political statement is aimed at influencing believers or not, emphasizing the protection of social groups against ambiguous political action.
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
The primary social issue is economic inequality and rising poverty, especially among pensioners and low-income individuals. It is stressed that a quarter of the population is already living in poverty, and the government is criticized for exacerbating this situation.
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
Insufficient data
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing
No data available.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
The topic being addressed is the revocation of voting rights for Russian citizens, which is linked to issues of loyalty and security. The speaker is critical, questioning whether such a measure will actually increase the loyalty of these individuals toward the Estonian state.
2024-04-03
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The primary social issue is the economic well-being and poverty among the elderly, illustrated by the example of a single pensioner who cannot afford utilities and food. Consequently, the social focus is aimed at protecting the incomes of senior citizens.
2024-04-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
Not enough data.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.
In social matters, emphasis is placed on the necessity of protecting vulnerable groups, specifically by demanding exemptions in the proposed car tax bill for people with disabilities, large families, and low-income individuals. This reflects a concern regarding social justice and the adherence to constitutional principles within tax policy.
2024-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The primary social issue addressed is children’s health, which is considered important enough to necessitate state intervention through both tax policy and direct funding. The focus is on prevention and encouraging healthy choices.
2024-03-13
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
Insufficient data
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing
Among the social issues highlighted are social justice and growing inequality, specifically contrasting the situation of rural residents and bankers within the context of taxation. Furthermore, the increase in the number of poor people is noted, a fact which contradicts the prime minister's claims regarding improvements in the standard of living.
2024-03-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
Among the social issues addressed are economic inequality and social justice in the context of taxation. The speaker defends the interests of lower-income individuals, pitting them against banks and the wealthy.
2024-02-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The primary social issue is economic inequality, emphasizing the need to protect the poorer population from the negative impact of the car tax. Social questions are addressed purely within the framework of economic and welfare policy.
2024-02-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The social issue under discussion is public order and security, highlighting the problem of undercompensation for rescuers and police officers. The focus is on social justice and the welfare of essential service personnel who are dedicated to saving human lives.
2024-02-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The main social issue is poverty, which affects a quarter of Estonia's population, along with extreme income and wealth inequality. The speaker is demanding a clear and concrete action plan from the government to combat poverty.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The speaker heavily focuses on social issues, highlighting the necessity of raising teachers' salaries and expressing concern over the long waiting times in healthcare. Particular emphasis is placed on the difficult situation faced by the elderly within the healthcare system. Public health is framed as a matter of national security, which lends the topic heightened significance.
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
No data available
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The social topic addressed is the population's ability to cope and social well-being, which is directly linked to the affordability of heating bills. Emphasis is placed on the socio-economic inequality that stems from high living costs.
2024-01-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
Insufficient data.