By Plenary Sessions: Aleksandr Tšaplõgin
Total Sessions: 3
Fully Profiled: 3
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.