CRITICISM OF THE LEGAL SYSTEM ⟩ Eerik Kergandberg and Raul Narits: If politicians could be reined in, we could perhaps refine the existing mountain of legislation into something more humane
Former Supreme Court judge Eerik Kergandberg and legal scholar Raul Narits discuss the challenges of the Estonian legal system and the potential for reforming its extensive body of legislation.
The state wants to legalize the restraint of dangerous patients in three ways
The Estonian government is planning to introduce a legislative amendment that would allow for the restraint of dangerous patients outside hospital psychiatric departments in three different methods.
A more flexible law encourages young people to try working earlier
The Estonian government has approved changes to the employment contract law that simplify the rules regarding youth employment, aimed at providing better opportunities for young people to gain work experience and establish work habits.
Veiki Laan: if a wheelchair does not fit into the law, then the problem is the law itself
Veiki Laan advocates for more reasonable measures in law, emphasizing the need for inclusivity and representation of people with disabilities in political discourse.
How much does it cost to microchip a pet? And why is it necessary?
Estonia is set to mandate microchipping and registration of dogs, cats, and ferrets nationwide starting June 2027, as part of a proposed amendment to the Veterinary Act.
Kristina Kallas: Estonia does not support 'chat control'
Estonian Minister of Education Kristina Kallas announced that Estonia does not support the mandatory surveillance of private internet conversations, known as 'chat control', in the EU discussions.
Editorial: A Masterclass in Fine-tuning
Estonian government is again engaged in fine-tuning a new legislative proposal, which has sparked complex discussions that may be better off left aside.
Microchipping of dogs, cats, and ferrets expands nationwide
The Estonian government has mandated the microchipping of dogs, cats, and ferrets across the country, establishing a national pet registry to enhance animal welfare and reduce stray animal costs.
The error that slipped into the gambling tax law was corrected after the third reading
The Estonian Parliament successfully amended the gambling tax law, correcting a previously identified error during its third reading.
The control of church law moves to the Supreme Court's General Assembly
The Estonian Parliament passed an amendment to the church and congregation law, but the president has refused to proclaim it, prompting further discussions on its constitutionality.