By Plenary Sessions: Toomas Uibo
Total Sessions: 42
Fully Profiled: 42
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates a strong command of public finance and fiscal policy, detailing the deficit rate (4.5%) and the deceleration in the pace of national debt accumulation. The expertise is aimed at clarifying strategies for achieving economic growth and a responsible fiscal balance. Technical terms such as "tax burden," "deficit," and "public debt" are employed within the context of long-term planning.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of macroeconomic and fiscal policy topics, using specific terms such as budget deficit, national debt, and economic stimulus. The focus is on the complex mechanisms and political choices involved in balancing the state budget.
2025-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, plenary session.
High expertise is evident in the areas of macroeconomics, financial stability, and banking sector regulation. The speaker refers to specific economic phenomena (inflation, structural problems) and relies on data and expertise provided by the Bank of Estonia. Particularly detailed knowledge is demonstrated regarding home loan refinancing procedures (notary fees, collateral valuation reports), where there is support for increasing flexibility.
2025-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the field of financial regulation and cooperative activity. A clear distinction is drawn between entering the banking market and lending activities aimed strictly at members, using specific terminology (e.g., credit unions, public offering, inter-member lending).
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The scope of the expertise is limited to the organization of parliamentary work and technical procedures, such as agenda management, regulation of working time, and the use of the voting device. There are no references to data or substantive political knowledge concerning economic or social matters.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding the technical function of speed cameras (measuring speed, identifying license plates) and their expanded use (identifying occupants in the vehicle). Furthermore, they are familiar with the tax policy measures agreed upon in the coalition agreement concerning vehicle tax relief for families with children.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of legislative procedure by requesting the suspension of the bill, and of cultural policy, emphasizing the importance of the Song Festival as a touchstone of Estonian identity. Awareness of the mechanisms of artistic control used by previous regimes is also evident, with this historical comparison being used as an argument.
2025-05-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
No data available
2025-04-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates awareness of the failure of a specific national project (the film studio complex) and the contractual obligations tied to it. They utilize financial data, referencing an approximate compensation amount (around 1.2 million euros), highlighting the consequences of the state's breach of contract. The assessment is focused on a critical evaluation of the state's contract management and the resulting financial liabilities.
2025-04-16
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
Demonstrates deep expertise in the field of energy and climate policy, utilizing technical terminology (carbon neutrality, peak emissions) and international data. Highlights China's ambitious climate targets and the scale of solar panel installations, while simultaneously questioning the accuracy of the opposing party's data. Shows an understanding of the energy market and the government's awareness regarding the intermittency of renewable energy.
2025-04-15
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
One speaker demonstrates awareness of the social consequences of cyberbullying and the protection of vulnerable groups. The second speaker exhibits extensive and detailed knowledge regarding the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in the economy, the legal system, the personalization of public services, and aviation. Technical terms such as "resource-smart manufacturing," "unmanned aviation," and references to the analysis of case law are utilized.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in public finance, referencing the 2023 budget holes and the need for revenue-expenditure balance, drawing a comparison using a corporate example. Additionally, they are interested in technological solutions for identity documents and mobile identification, asking about their implementation both abroad and within the European Union.
2025-03-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the internal procedures of the Riigikogu (such as nominating a candidate for chairman) and the assessment of leadership capability. The expertise is limited to topics concerning parliamentary personnel and management, without the use of data or technical terminology.
2025-03-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
They demonstrate specific knowledge in the energy sector, utilizing terminology such as "storage," "market-based," "market failure," and "technology neutrality." They differentiate evidence-based arguments from real-world concerns (noise), which indicates a strong grasp of the details and authority when addressing the subject.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the practical details of compensating for predator damage, particularly concerning the requirement to locate the carcass. They are well-versed in the subject, having met with livestock owners who have suffered losses. Furthermore, they possess knowledge regarding the ambiguous points in the legal regulation of supervision and hunting, and demand precise details from the explanatory memorandum.
2025-02-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in assessing the economic potential of sports and culture, providing examples (the Swedish music industry) and stressing the necessity of measuring these sectors as a percentage of GDP. Furthermore, they are well-informed about recent failures in public-private sector cooperation, referencing the Estonian film campus idea and the statements made by the Deputy Secretary General of the Ministry of Climate.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the history of security services and recruitment within the religious hierarchy, citing Toomas Mattson's 1996 article. They are familiar with the Soviet security services' recruitment methods within the Orthodox Church, which included both bishops and laypersons. Furthermore, they are knowledgeable about recent international political developments, referencing Hungary's recent blocking of sanctions against Patriarch Kirill.
2025-02-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of international relations and geopolitical risks, focusing on the impact of United States foreign policy on European security. The expertise is evident in the analysis of strategic scenarios (such as the possible loss of US support) and in raising the question of Europe's capacity for independent action.
2025-01-28
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise on the topics of economic policy and skilled labor migration, citing OSKA analyses and specific quota components (0.2% of the permanent population). They are familiar with the concerns facing the IT sector and emphasize the necessity of boosting productivity and investing in research and development (R&D). Detailed proposals are put forward concerning the allocation of the quota across selected sectors, such as the metal and electronics industries.
2024-12-10
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding the regulation of the parliament’s internal work procedures and operational culture, particularly concerning participation in committee work. The necessity of considering the work of a Member of the Riigikogu in the context of international crises was also highlighted.
2024-11-21
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of global climate policy and energy investments. Specific terms such as "emissions" and "trajectory" are used, and reference is made to concrete data, for example, China's $900 billion investment in clean energy.
2024-10-22
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of financial regulations and economic statistics, particularly concerning auditing thresholds and the impact of inflation. He uses technical terms (net sales, turnover, assets) and presents specific data, such as the increases in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the Eurozone (27.2%) and Estonia (57%). He also shows knowledge of methodology, criticizing the inclusion of companies with zero turnover when calculating the percentage of audit obligation coverage (5.5%).
2024-09-26
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates authority in the fields of economics and public finance, employing specific terminology such as structural problems, the zero-based budgeting process, and the reduction of administrative burden. Concrete figures and volumes are cited (e.g., 160 million euros for major investments, 100 million for the defense industry fund), and the necessity of smarter work is highlighted. Furthermore, expertise is shown concerning bureaucratic hurdles (the planning process) and the required reforms within the social sector.
2024-06-12
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates deep expertise in the energy sector, referencing the standards of the International Atomic Energy Agency and extensive analyses (1,114 pages) within the context of the nuclear energy report. He uses technical terminology and explains the broader applications of nuclear energy (nuclear medicine, green hydrogen, water treatment plants). Furthermore, he is familiar with the specifics of taxation, emphasizing the taxation of emissions and mass in the vehicle tax.
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in energy policy and energy security, utilizing terms such as "energy mix" and "regulator," and referencing the nuclear energy working group report. Particular emphasis is placed on the speaker's personal, long-standing familiarity with aviation, which is used as a parallel when explaining the safety level of a nuclear power plant. They stress that sufficient information must be gathered before making decisions.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
No data available.
2024-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in leading education policy and systemic reforms by detailing the changes that have been initiated. This professional knowledge encompasses support measures for rural primary schools, modifications to exam procedures, and the development of a career and salary model for teachers. It is stressed that the transition to Estonian-language education is a lengthy, multi-year process requiring meticulous preparation.
2024-04-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker expresses interest in the security and logistics of critical infrastructure, addressing specific topics such as securing a nuclear power plant and offshore wind farms. They are requesting an evidence-based comparison and calculation regarding the costs and ease of implementing security measures, which suggests a detailed approach to security matters.
2024-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the financing and salary levels in the cultural sector, pointing out specific gross salaries (approximately 1900 euros for top actors). The focus is on valuing the key figures in the "high category" of cultural life and recognizing resource limitations.
2024-04-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates deep expertise in veterinary medicine and innovation, citing the global market size (over $120 billion) and Estonia’s historical role in this field. Technical terminology and specific examples are employed, such as the application of artificial intelligence, nanotechnology in cancer treatment, and 3D-printed implants. This expertise also covers systemic bottlenecks within the education system concerning the training and retention of specialists.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the field of competition and procedural law, precisely referencing sections of the Constitution (Sections 15, 24) and the process of transposing the European Union directive. Technical language is employed (infringement proceedings, administrative court, full judicial review), and emphasis is placed on the necessity of involving legal experts, courts, and the Chancellor of Justice to address the deficiencies of the draft legislation.
2024-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The analysis focuses on economic policy and the business environment. The speaker is familiar with the general sentiment among entrepreneurs and knows that they have been critical of government economic policies for years. He/She focuses on the reception of the government’s new economic plan in business circles.
2024-04-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2024-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the specific logistical and economic constraints of the air ambulance service, including issues like pilot flight hours and the overall cost of the service. They are also familiar with the Health Board's planned audit or study regarding helicopter air ambulance flights.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the fields of aviation, the organization of medical flights, and public procurement. Technical terms and references to international standards are used (EASA, icing conditions, specialized medical helicopter), and specific data regarding response times and deficiencies in helicopter equipment are highlighted. The expertise is also based on knowledge of the market for service providers in Scandinavia and Central Europe.
2024-02-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
No data is available. The politician does not demonstrate deep knowledge of the subject matter or use technical language, but instead asks the presenter a question regarding the meaning and implications of accepting the submission.
2024-02-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates authority in the fields of economic policy, the business environment, labor, and energy, by conveying the positions of the Minister of Economic Affairs. Particular emphasis is placed on the sensible implementation of technology- and science-intensive entrepreneurship and the green transition. Specific terminology is employed, such as improving competitiveness and the flexibility of the migration quota.
2024-02-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in transport policy, environmental aspects, and international taxation. Specific statistical data is utilized regarding the size (925,000 vehicles) and age (over 17 years) of the Estonian vehicle fleet, comparing these figures to the situation in 1991. Furthermore, the speaker emphasizes a detailed understanding of both the need for special treatment of people with disabilities and the issues surrounding end-of-life vehicles.
2024-02-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates awareness of the European Union's foreign policy developments and geopolitical risks. Their expertise lies in the ability to track and cite specific statements (the Hungarian Prime Minister's buffer zone idea) and to evaluate their impact on European unity.
2024-02-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in criminal procedure and the obligation to present evidence, stressing that the evidence must be submitted to the police. He/She warns the opposing party about the legal risks associated with concealing evidence, pointing out the possibility of facing charges themselves.
2024-01-23
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of fiscal policy and taxation, addressing the impact of tax-exempt daily allowances, inflation, and the state budget. Economic comparisons, such as Eurozone inflation (20%) and the Big Mac Index, are used to support the arguments and illustrate the convergence of international prices. Furthermore, they are familiar with the committee's working procedures and the stances of the Ministry of Finance.
2024-01-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding the scope of the register of cultural monuments and Soviet-era monuments, referencing over 26,000 memorials, many of which are Soviet-era monuments. The discussion of the topic is detailed, emphasizing that the problem is broader than just a single object (the Bronze Soldier).