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Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samaraweera, M.P.

Jathika Jana balawegaya (JJB)· Galle

Profession: Medical Practitioner

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Speeches 68 #74 of 225·#33 in party
Attendance 7/8 days present (of recorded)
Top topic Parliamentary Procedure 26 speeches
Last spoke 5 May 2026 in Debate

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68 speeches
  • 11 September 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samaraweera stated that the new Bill addresses conflicts of interest in imposing and recovering surcharges by allowing the Cabinet Secretary to issue a surcharge certificate where the Chief Accounting Officer is implicated. He said the Independent Surcharge Review Committee would then proceed, strengthening accountability and social justice, and urged the House to support swift action against misuse of public funds. National Audit (Amendment) Bill Second Reading and Supplementary Estimates Debate Public FinanceCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
  • 11 September 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samaraweera supported the National Audit (Amendment) Bill, arguing that it restores and strengthens the Auditor-General’s powers after limitations under the National Audit Act No. 19 of 2018. He said the amendment would allow audit findings on misuse, corruption, waste and abuse of public funds to trigger legal and surcharge processes, including referrals to an Independent Surcharge Review Committee and, where necessary, action through appropriate authorities. He also outlined streamlined appeal procedures and safeguards where a Chief Accounting Officer is implicated, while criticizing the Opposition for misrepresenting the Bill and delaying the debate. National Audit (Amendment) Bill Second Reading and Supplementary Estimates Debate Public FinanceJustice & Human RightsCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
  • 11 September 2025 AI summary A petition from Mr. W.G. Sunil Jayaratne of “Devmini,” Ilukkatiya, was presented by Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samaraweera. The petition was ordered to be referred to the Committee on Public Petitions. Opening and Speaker's Certificate Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 21 August 2025 AI summary A petition was presented on behalf of Mrs. K.P. Mallika Pathirana of No. 95/1, Pottewela, Hakmana. No details of the petition’s subject matter were provided in the statement. Petitions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 7 August 2025 AI summary Asked the Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government whether the Government is aware of graduates serving in PL 1, PL 2 and PL 3 salary scales under Public Administration Circular 06/2006, and requested their numbers. He further sought details on plans to place such underemployed graduates in suitable posts, the methodology for doing so, solutions for those over 40 years of age, and whether promotions based on qualifications without examinations exist or will be introduced. Oral Question: Graduate Officers in Government Service (Q.11/2025) Public FinanceEmployment Read →
  • 7 August 2025 AI summary Dr. Nishantha Samaraweera raised concerns that Senior Registrars briefly posted to provide specialist services often leave soon after for overseas training, causing service disruptions. He asked the Government to increase selections for specialist training through an agreed approach with the PGIM and relevant Colleges, and to create legal and procedural pathways for Sri Lankan doctors overseas who wish to return. Oral Question: Specialist Doctors' Services in Sri Lanka (Q.10/2025) EmploymentHealthcare Read →
  • 7 August 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samaraweera highlighted a 35 per cent staffing gap in the health sector, with 1,139 vacancies against an approved cadre of 3,181, noting that shortages are severe in some specialties. He asked what measures the Government is taking to ensure services are properly established and to maintain equitable, quality healthcare for all citizens. Oral Question: Specialist Doctors' Services in Sri Lanka (Q.10/2025) Healthcare Read →
  • 7 August 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samaraweera asked the Minister of Health and Mass Media to provide detailed data on specialist medical services in Sri Lanka, including the number of specialties, specialists in each category, hospital vacancies, and losses from retirement, resignation, overseas leave, death, or vacating posts from 2020 to 2024. He also sought information on specialist training and selection numbers, age profiles of specialists, the number of hospitals requiring specialist services, reasons for insufficient output from postgraduate training institutions and colleges, and whether corrective measures will be taken. Oral Question: Specialist Doctors' Services in Sri Lanka (Q.10/2025) Healthcare Read →
  • 7 August 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samaraweera presented a petition to Parliament on behalf of Mr. G. Lionel and seven others of No. 136A, Liyanwala, Padukka. Tabling of Reports and Petitions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 25 July 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samaraweera presented a petition on behalf of Mr. M. Karunadasa of Belikale, Alubomulla. The petition was ordered to be referred to the Committee on Public Petitions. Petitions Presented to Parliament Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 24 July 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samaraweera presented the Third Report of the Committee on Public Enterprises for the First Session of the Tenth Parliament. He outlined COPE’s mandate to examine accounts of State corporations and Government-financed institutions with the Auditor-General’s assistance, noting that 457 public enterprises fall under its oversight. He stated that the Report includes COPE’s observations and recommendations following its examination of the Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital Board’s Auditor-General’s Reports and performance for 2022 and 2023. Papers: Annual Reports and Committee Reports Public Finance Read →
  • 30 June 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samaraweera said the Fiscal Strategy Statement is a medium-term framework for 2026–2030, distinct from the Budget, setting fiscal targets on debt reduction, primary balances and expenditure limits. He stated that tabling it annually before the Budget would improve clarity for ministries, enable evidence-based performance assessment, and strengthen parliamentary oversight through mechanisms such as COPE and COPA. He called on Members to engage substantively with the framework and identify any shortcomings for correction. Debate: Motion to Adjourn on Fiscal Strategy Statement 2026 Parliamentary ProcedurePublic Finance Read →
  • 19 June 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samaraweera sought clarification on how COPE findings can be moved into formal legal processes, noting public concern that inquiries do not always lead to legal action. He said COPE often hears from officials and former board members, while alleged wrongdoing may originate with political authorities, citing the dairy cattle matter and the National Gem and Jewellery Authority matter. He proposed that, before COPE reports are tabled, relevant legal authorities review them to identify possible legal steps. Adjournment Debate: Special Audit Report on Advance Payment for Import of 15,000 Dairy Cattle and COPE Report on National Gem and Jewellery Authority Corruption & Governance ReformJustice & Human Rights Read →
  • 19 June 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samaraweera presented the COPE report on the National Gem and Jewellery Authority for 2022 and 2023, along with its 2024 performance review. He noted recommendations on planning deficiencies, human resource issues, amendments to the NGJA Act, and regulatory, licensing, import/export, fee, gold import, and valuation matters in the gem and jewellery sector. He requested Members from both sides to contribute constructively to the debate based on the reports. Adjournment Debate: Special Audit Report on Advance Payment for Import of 15,000 Dairy Cattle and COPE Report on National Gem and Jewellery Authority Public FinanceCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
  • 19 June 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samaraweera moved an Adjournment Motion calling for urgent legal amendments to allow matters identified by COPE to be promptly referred to the Attorney-General for legal action. He cited the Special Audit Report on the failed Step 2 of Phase III of the dairy cattle import project, stating that a USD 11 million advance was paid in 2018 without a performance bond for 15,000 cattle that were never imported, causing an estimated State loss of about Rs. 2.11 billion. He also referred to COPE findings on the National Gem and Jewellery Authority and argued that such audit findings show the need for stronger accountability mechanisms. Adjournment Debate: Special Audit Report on Advance Payment for Import of 15,000 Dairy Cattle and COPE Report on National Gem and Jewellery Authority Public FinanceCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
  • 6 June 2025 AI summary Dr. Nishantha Samaraweera spoke during condolence motions for several late former MPs, focusing on the late Kosala Nuwan Jayawira, who died at age 38 after about five months in Parliament. He recalled Jayawira’s academic promise, political commitment, work in COPE, and reputation for compassion, humility, and dedication to public service. He conveyed condolences to Jayawira’s family, the people of Kegalle, and the nation, and pledged to continue working toward the ideals Jayawira supported. Debate: Votes of Condolence for Four Former MPs Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 4 June 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samaraweera presented, in Sinhala, the Second Report of the Committee on Public Enterprises for the First Session of the Tenth Parliament, noting that English and Tamil versions would follow. He said COPE had examined the 2023 Auditor-General’s Report and related operational, financial and control documents of the National Gem and Jewellery Authority, with attention to its performance, governance, and compliance with Act No. 50 of 1993. He stated that the Committee identified concerns arising from actions beyond the Authority’s statutory powers and emphasized COPE’s role in ensuring accountability, transparency, and protection of public resources in state enterprises. Papers: Annual Reports and Committee Reports Corruption & Governance ReformPublic Finance Read →
  • 23 May 2025 AI summary A petition was presented on behalf of Mr. H.K. Rashinna Thushara of Uluvitike, Galle. Petitions: Citizens' Petitions Presented by MPs Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 8 April 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samaraweera, with the special permission of the House, presented in Sinhala the First Report of the Committee on Public Enterprises for the First Session of the Tenth Parliament. He stated that the English and Tamil versions would be presented as soon as possible. Committee Reports: Justice and Governance Committee Reports Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 21 March 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samaraweera said the Government is responding to public demands under the Finance, Planning and Economic Development Head, while criticizing the Opposition for inconsistent arguments during the debate. Drawing on COPE observations, he emphasized the need to strengthen oversight of around 430 state enterprises and related entities, particularly subsidiaries and sub-subsidiaries linked to institutions such as the National Youth Services Council. He called for reinforcing the Department of Public Enterprises and associated budget and management mechanisms to improve fiscal discipline, accountability, and delivery of Budget objectives. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage (Twenty-sixth Day) and Third Reading Corruption & Governance ReformPublic Finance Read →