The Estonian government is currently revisiting a legislative proposal and engaging in what is described as 'fine-tuning' discussions. This approach is seen as somewhat familiar, reminiscent of the government's actions in 2016 under former Prime Minister Taavi Rõivas, where significant reforms were avoided in favor of incremental adaptations of existing policies. The current discourse among government coalition members indicates a reluctance to address broader reforms, instead becoming mired in detailed debates that appear to lack clarity and direction.

The ongoing discussions focus on how to manage a health crisis that has emerged in Saaremaa, with notable disagreement over whether the response should be directed by the national health agency based in Tallinn or if it should be managed regionally by a hypothetical administrative office in Pärnu. This symbolizes a larger issue within the Estonian governance structure— a tendency to return to previously abolished administrative divisions, such as regional governments, instead of evolving the system to face modern challenges effectively.

Critics argue that the current approach may only result in superficial changes that do not adequately address the pressing issues at hand, such as the public health crisis and associated legislative implications. They suggest that it may be wiser for the government to discard the proposal altogether rather than continue to engage in endless fine-tuning that produces minimal results or clarity on crucial matters affecting citizens and the nation’s governance strategy.