Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa, M.P.
Minister of Health and Mass Media and Chief Government Whip
Profession: Medical Practitioner
Speeches 729 #3 of 225·#2 in party
Attendance 4/8 days present (of recorded)
Top topic Parliamentary Procedure 403 speeches
Last spoke 10 June 2026 in Adjournment
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Speech history
729 speeches- 23 September 2025 AI summary The Member asks that the relevant complaint be formally submitted and states that it will be inquired into. Oral Question Q.8/2025: Mullaitivu District General Hospital Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 23 September 2025 AI summary Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated that the Mullaitivu District General Hospital would be prioritized for construction of the required ward complex. He noted that Cabinet approval had been obtained to allocate an additional Rs. 45 billion over two years to complete 17 stalled construction projects, which would have cost Rs. 29 billion if finished on time. He said the project would use Government of Sri Lanka funds and seek special support from the Government of India, while acknowledging that the process would take time. Oral Question Q.8/2025: Mullaitivu District General Hospital Public FinanceInfrastructureHealthcare Read →
- 23 September 2025 AI summary Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated that the male and female wards at the Mullaitivu District General Hospital are currently operating in temporary buildings and that a multi-storey ward complex is planned with Indian assistance. He said project approvals have been obtained, soil investigations were completed in June 2024, and the intergovernmental MoU will be signed after completing requirements including Foreign Ministry and Attorney General concurrence and Cabinet approval. He added that procurement and construction will proceed thereafter, noting a similar Indian-assisted MoU for the Mannar District General Hospital Accident and Emergency Unit has already been signed. Oral Question Q.8/2025: Mullaitivu District General Hospital InfrastructureHealthcare Read →
- 23 September 2025 AI summary The Minister acknowledged that although buildings and equipment are available at the relevant health centre, inadequate staffing has limited operations. He said specialist doctors arriving in Sri Lanka will be assigned there, complementary staff are being trained, and remaining vacancies under the 2017 approved cadre are expected to be filled through those currently in training. He added that deployment imbalances have largely been addressed and that special attention will be given to staffing needs at Kilinochchi District General Hospital, including matters discussed at Jaffna Teaching Hospital. Oral Question Q.2/2025: Divisional Hospitals in Jaffna and Kilinochchi Districts Healthcare Read →
- 23 September 2025 AI summary The Minister replied to questions on staffing and facilities in divisional hospitals in Jaffna and Kilinochchi, stating that there are 30 such hospitals in total and tabling detailed cadre information. He outlined ongoing recruitment and deployment measures for doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, pharmacists, health service assistants, minor staff and drivers, with priority allocations to the North and East where required. Regarding Velanai Divisional Hospital, he confirmed its Type B status from 31 January 2020, provided approved and actual cadre figures, and stated that cadre regularization and facility improvements, including laboratory capacity, will be undertaken by the Northern Provincial Council. Oral Question Q.2/2025: Divisional Hospitals in Jaffna and Kilinochchi Districts Healthcare Read →
- 12 September 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa moved condolence motions for five former Members of Parliament, beginning with Hon. Indradasa Hettiarachchi and Hon. M.H. Cegu Isadean. He recalled Hettiarachchi’s service as MP for Horana, Kalutara District Minister, Deputy Minister, and Minister, highlighting contributions to education, industry, religious and community initiatives, and requested that Parliament’s sympathies be conveyed to his family. He also outlined Cegu Isadean’s career as a teacher, attorney-at-law, provincial opposition leader, founding Chairman of the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress, MP and ministerial office-holder, noting his service to the Muslim community, his district and the country. Votes of Condolence: Late Former Members of Parliament (P. Dayaratna, Gamini Lokuge, Indradasa Hettiarachchi, M. H. Cegu Isadean, W. B. Ranatunga) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 12 September 2025 AI summary The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa informed Parliament that the response to Hon. Ravi Karunanayake’s Question raised under Standing Order 27(2) would be provided at the next sitting on Tuesday. Questions by Private Notice: Issues in Education and Higher Education Sectors (Standing Order 27(2)) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 12 September 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa criticized the Leader of the Opposition for allegedly misunderstanding the Standing Orders relating to raising “a matter of urgent national importance.” He urged the Opposition Leader to understand the procedural requirements before posing such questions in Parliament. Questions by Private Notice: Issues in Education and Higher Education Sectors (Standing Order 27(2)) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 12 September 2025 AI summary Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa briefly introduces the next topic concerning teacher trainees, indicating a shift in the debate or questioning to issues affecting that group. No specific proposal, demand, or policy position is stated in the provided excerpt. Questions by Private Notice: Issues in Education and Higher Education Sectors (Standing Order 27(2)) Education Read →
- 12 September 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa objected to the manner in which questions on education were being raised, saying they did not produce useful work for either those asking or answering. He proposed that education issues be taken up in a dedicated debate, even for six hours if necessary, while respecting Standing Orders and parliamentary traditions. He requested the Leader of the Opposition to reconsider the approach to such questioning so Parliament could function more effectively. Questions by Private Notice: Issues in Education and Higher Education Sectors (Standing Order 27(2)) Parliamentary ProcedureEducation Read →
- 12 September 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa raised a procedural objection regarding the use of Standing Order 27(2), arguing that the question submitted covered too many broad issues across education and higher education rather than a specific matter of public importance. He stated that such questions should identify and analyse a defined issue and allow the relevant Minister adequate time to respond. He urged the Leader of the Opposition to frame future 27(2) questions more narrowly, citing past practice by then Opposition MP Anura Kumara Dissanayake as an example. Questions by Private Notice: Issues in Education and Higher Education Sectors (Standing Order 27(2)) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 12 September 2025 AI summary Time was sought to provide an answer to the question raised. The member stated that a response would be given in due course. Questions by Private Notice: Issues in Education and Higher Education Sectors (Standing Order 27(2)) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 12 September 2025 AI summary On behalf of the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Lands and Irrigation, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa requested two weeks to provide an answer to a parliamentary question. The question was ordered to stand down. Oral Questions: Stood Down (Q.7/2025, Q.8/2025, Q.9/2025) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 12 September 2025 AI summary On behalf of the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Lands and Irrigation, Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa requested two weeks’ time to provide an answer to the question. The question was ordered to stand down. Oral Questions: Stood Down (Q.7/2025, Q.8/2025, Q.9/2025) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 12 September 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa tabled regulations made under the Imports and Exports (Control) Act and published in Extraordinary Gazette No. 2449/60 of 15 August 2025, on behalf of the Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education. He moved that the regulations be referred to the Committee on Public Finance, and the motion was agreed to. Tabling of Papers: Auditor-General's Report and Government Regulations Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 September 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa moved that Hon. Aravinda Senarath take the Chair. The House agreed to the motion, after which the Speaker left the Chair and Hon. Aravinda Senarath assumed it. Adjournment Debate: Tourism Promotion and Finance Company Interest Charges Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 September 2025 AI summary Moved that Parliament be adjourned. The motion was put to the House for consideration. Adjournment Debate: Tourism Promotion and Finance Company Interest Charges Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 September 2025 AI summary A division was requested following the relevant proceedings. After the Division Bell was rung, the House proceeded in accordance with parliamentary voting procedure. Division Vote on UAE Agreement Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 September 2025 AI summary The Minister presented the 2024 Performance Report of the Department of Muslim Religious and Cultural Affairs on behalf of the Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs. He moved that the report be referred to the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Education, Labour and Human Resources Development, and the motion was agreed to. Papers Tabled and Committee Reports Religion & CultureParliamentary Procedure Read →
- 22 August 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa proposed that Hon. (Prof.) Sena Nanayakkara take the Chair. The House agreed to the motion, after which the Speaker left the Chair and Hon. Nanayakkara assumed the Chair. Adjournment Motion: Human Rights Issues Faced by the Tamil Community in the North, East and Hill Country Parliamentary Procedure Read →