Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper, PC, M.P.
Profession: Attorney-at-Law; President's Counsel
Speeches 186 #21 of 225·#8 in party
Attendance 3/8 days present (of recorded)
Top topic Parliamentary Procedure 87 speeches
Last spoke 10 June 2026 in Adjournment
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Speech history
186 speeches- 18 February 2026 AI summary Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper questioned the Government’s reliance on the improved Transparency International CPI ranking, noting that Sri Lanka had ranked higher in earlier years and that a score of 35 remained inadequate. He said corruption must be addressed collectively by Parliament and linked many everyday corrupt practices to economic pressures, while stating the Opposition would support effective anti-corruption measures. He cautioned against self-congratulation and urged the Government to conclude the Select Committee process and hold Provincial Council elections within three months to allow public judgment. Adjournment: State Free from Corruption, Bribery and Fraud Corruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 17 February 2026 AI summary Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper briefly acknowledged or confirmed understanding, without raising a substantive issue, proposal, or question in the debate. Select Committee on Electoral Laws - Motion with Amendment Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 17 February 2026 AI summary M. Nizam Kariapper, PC queried whether the Motion before the House would not be seconded in its present form. The intervention appears to seek procedural clarification on the status of the Motion. Select Committee on Electoral Laws - Motion with Amendment Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 17 February 2026 AI summary M. Nizam Kariapper stated, by way of clarification, that where two committees are examining related matters, they may proceed differently and could reach contradictory positions. Select Committee on Electoral Laws - Motion with Amendment Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 17 February 2026 AI summary M. Nizam Kariapper raised a procedural objection under Standing Orders 92(2), 101 and 102, noting that the Provincial Councils Elections issue included in the Motion was already before an existing Select Committee. He argued that an oral statement deleting those words was insufficient and that the proposer should withdraw the Motion and reintroduce it in amended form to ensure procedural validity. Select Committee on Electoral Laws - Motion with Amendment Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 17 February 2026 AI summary Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper, PC, raised a point of order concerning the acceptance of a Motion. He requested that he also be heard on the matter. Select Committee on Electoral Laws - Motion with Amendment Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 17 February 2026 AI summary Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper opposed the Bill abolishing parliamentary pensions without an alternative mechanism, arguing that legally granted rights should not be arbitrarily removed and that needy former MPs should be supported through an independently managed contributory welfare fund funded by Members. He said he had prepared amendments and would bring a Private Member’s Bill to establish such a fund, citing New Zealand and local mutual-aid models as examples. He also criticised the Government for selectively implementing manifesto pledges and said he had submitted a Private Member’s Bill to repeal the Prevention of Terrorism Act and address terrorism offences under general law. Parliamentary Pensions (Repeal) Bill - Second Reading Debate Parliamentary ProcedureJustice & Human RightsPublic Finance Read →
- 17 February 2026 AI summary Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper stated that he had proposed allocating Rs. 2.5 million from the MPs’ quota to convert the abandoned first floor of the Narpittimunai market into a community hall, as the area lacks such a facility. He said the proposal had been submitted to the District Coordinating Committee, but inaction by the Kalmunai Divisional Secretariat had prevented approval and amounted to a breach of his parliamentary privilege. He requested that approval be granted for the project. Privilege Matters and Points of Order InfrastructureParliamentary Procedure Read →
- 3 February 2026 AI summary M. Nizam Kariapper referred to Parliament’s power to legislate in response to judicial interpretations, citing a past example involving revocation of parental gifts to children. He requested Members’ support for the Nurachcholai Housing Project (Special Provisions) Bill he had submitted, and concluded after noting he had strayed beyond the immediate debate topic. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Land & Housing Read →
- 3 February 2026 AI summary Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper said the Deputy Secretary-General’s approach to CIABOC should be treated as a matter for investigation and justice. He informed Parliament that he had submitted his first Private Member’s Bill, the Nurachcholai Housing Project (Special Provisions) Bill, intended to enable the Housing Minister to allocate long-stalled Saudi-funded tsunami houses in the Eastern Province to those actually affected, notwithstanding prior court outcomes. He said the project had been blocked for about 14 years following litigation over beneficiary allocation, and argued that Parliament has the legislative authority to resolve the issue. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Ethnic Reconciliation & DevolutionLand & HousingJustice & Human Rights Read →
- 23 January 2026 AI summary Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper raised concerns about the Bill’s provisions on the election and removal of university Deans, arguing that removal powers should include a clear statutory procedure, due process, and preferably a requirement that the Council act on the Board’s recommendation. He referred to the 2015 report on university governance and autonomy, noting that its recommendations had not yet been operationalized. He also argued that education reform must address systemic pressure from examinations and tuition by aligning pathways with labour-market needs, recognizing students’ abilities, and ensuring dignity and social value across all occupations. Debate: Universities (Amendment) Bill - Second and Third Reading EducationCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 22 January 2026 AI summary M. Nizam Kariapper raised a point of order regarding unfilled vacancies in the Constitutional Council and noted that the Speaker was expected to deliver a ruling on the matter. He referred to the Chair’s earlier indication that the ruling would be given at the first available opportunity under Standing Order No. 92(2)(c), and acknowledged that Article 41F of the Constitution provides for continuity of the Council. Procedural: Point of Order - Constitutional Council Ruling Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 January 2026 AI summary Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper raised a Point of Order concerning the appointment of three civil society members to the Constitutional Council under Article 41A(1)(e)(iii) of the Constitution. He argued that, as the previous members’ terms expired that day, the Speaker had a constitutional duty to announce nominations agreed by the Prime Minister and Leader of the Opposition, and requested an explanation and a ruling or statement from the Speaker as soon as possible, preferably the next morning. Adjournment Debate - "8960" Cyclone Relief Measures and Constitutional Point of Order Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 January 2026 AI summary Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper raised a point of order objecting to the final sentence of the Speaker’s ruling, arguing that it violated a basic Standing Order. He stated that the principle of separation of powers does not prevent Parliament from establishing criteria for judicial officers. Speaker's Ruling on Motion Inclusion in Order Book Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 January 2026 AI summary Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper, PC raised a point of Order during the sitting. No substantive argument, proposal, or issue is included in the provided excerpt. Speaker's Ruling on Motion Inclusion in Order Book Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 8 January 2026 AI summary Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper supported the Motion on establishing day-care and after-school support, arguing that changing family and economic conditions have left many children unsupervised before and after school. He proposed service-based centres attached to schools or run at community level through local authorities, provincial councils and education institutions, with pilot projects in low-income and dense housing areas using monitoring systems and possible international support, rather than relying primarily on a rigid legal mandate. He also raised an urgent matter regarding Hajj arrangements, noting approaching nusukmasar.com deadlines, the non-appointment or non-departure of group leaders, and issues at the Sri Lankan Consulate General in Jeddah, and requested Government action through the Department of Muslim Religious and Cultural Affairs. Adjournment Motion: Child Safety in Urban Housing Complexes Women & ChildrenReligion & CultureCost of Living Read →
- 7 January 2026 AI summary Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper questioned why only two police officers have been detained in relation to the Easter attacks since the Government took office, despite the CID identifying four Army intelligence officers allegedly connected to the matter. He asked whether there was a specific reason detention orders had not been obtained and the officers had not been arrested. Oral Question: Detention Orders (Q.1638/2025) Law & OrderJustice & Human RightsSecurity & Defence Read →
- 7 January 2026 AI summary Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper, PC, stated that the second Supplementary Question would be asked by the Hon. Leader of the Opposition. Oral Questions: Prime Minister Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 7 January 2026 AI summary Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper raised a supplementary question regarding a school module that asks students to share personal details such as height and weight and to interact through the defunct platform eBuddy.com. He asked whether the Prime Minister would remove the full content encouraging such online interaction, rather than only the specific page in question. Oral Questions: Prime Minister Education Read →
- 7 January 2026 AI summary Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper asked the Prime Minister whether the Government accepts that children’s personal information, beyond basic identification and emergency contacts, should be treated as private and confidential under international child protection and data privacy standards. He further inquired whether the Grade Six English language module was prepared by qualified experts in child psychology and pedagogy, and whether any issue had arisen with the module due to failure to follow such standards. Oral Questions: Prime Minister EducationJustice & Human Rights Read →