Hon. Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe, Attorney at Law, M.P.
Profession: Attorney-at-Law
Speeches 165 #24 of 225·#9 in party
Attendance 8/8 days present (of recorded)
Top topic Parliamentary Procedure 112 speeches
Last spoke 10 June 2026 in Procedural
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Speech history
165 speeches- 20 February 2026 AI summary Hon. Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe, Attorney-at-Law, rose to raise a point of order. No substantive argument, proposal, or policy issue was stated in the provided excerpt. Adjournment Motion: Issues Relating to the Power Sector (Coal Procurement for Norochcholai) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 18 February 2026 AI summary Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe criticised the Government for inconsistency on pledges about politicians’ privileges, citing vehicle registration numbers allegedly linked to senior officials and institutions. He argued that abolishing MPs’ pensions was being used for political showmanship, stating that many MPs could return to their professions while long-serving politicians in difficulty could be considered for pensions. He accused the Government of failing to uphold its stated principles after one year in office while continuing to enjoy official vehicles, residences, and other comforts. Debate: Special Commodity Levy Act, Customs Ordinance Resolution, and Motor Traffic Act Orders (Continuation) Corruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 18 February 2026 AI summary Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe responded to an apparent accusation of jealousy, stating that he and others had travelled to the United States and India in their youth, including for vacations decades earlier. He contrasted this with Members of Parliament receiving limited privileges only now, implying there was no basis for such jealousy. Debate: Special Commodity Levy Act, Customs Ordinance Resolution, and Motor Traffic Act Orders (Continuation) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 18 February 2026 AI summary Hon. Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe criticized the Government for failing to reduce VAT or essential goods prices while, according to him, increasing official privileges and foreign travel. He cited reports on rising food insecurity, weak cyclone reconstruction funding, and Sri Lanka’s position in corruption perception rankings to argue that economic hardship and governance concerns persist. He contrasted current growth figures with those under the previous administration, claiming growth is driven mainly by vehicle imports and taxation rather than investment, and accused the JVP-led Government of reversing earlier positions on strikes, India, and the United States. Debate: Special Commodity Levy Act, Customs Ordinance Resolution, and Motor Traffic Act Orders (Continuation) Public FinanceCorruption & Governance ReformCost of Living Read →
- 18 February 2026 AI summary Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe requested that the Deputy Chairperson restore one minute of speaking time that he said had been lost. Debate: Special Commodity Levy Act, Customs Ordinance Resolution, and Motor Traffic Act Orders (Continuation) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 18 February 2026 AI summary Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe objected to an interjection by the Deputy Minister, stating that his allotted speaking time should not be interrupted. He indicated that the Deputy Minister could respond using time allocated to the Government side. Debate: Special Commodity Levy Act, Customs Ordinance Resolution, and Motor Traffic Act Orders (Continuation) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 18 February 2026 AI summary Hon. Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe argued that the Government had not reduced taxes and was operating within the economic framework established under former President Ranil Wickremesinghe. Citing the Central Bank Governor, he said current revenue collection and policy direction reflected that programme, while the Government was taking credit for its results and distancing itself from shortcomings. Debate: Special Commodity Levy Act, Customs Ordinance Resolution, and Motor Traffic Act Orders (Continuation) Public Finance Read →
- 18 February 2026 AI summary Hon. Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe sought the permission of the Chair to obtain two minutes of speaking time from Hon. Gayantha Karunathilleka. Debate: Special Commodity Levy Act, Customs Ordinance Resolution, and Motor Traffic Act Orders (Continuation) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 18 February 2026 AI summary Hon. Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe stated briefly that “the left hand does not work.” No further policy point, proposal, question, or legislative context was provided in the speech. Debate: Special Commodity Levy Act and Related Orders (Main Business) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 18 February 2026 AI summary Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe made a brief remark referring to the Deputy Speaker’s unchanged physical size. No policy issue, legislative matter, proposal, or procedural question was raised. Debate: Special Commodity Levy Act and Related Orders (Main Business) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 18 February 2026 AI summary The Member raised a Point of Order citing Standing Order 92(2)(a), which permits a member to question whether proper procedures have been or are being followed in parliamentary proceedings. The intervention appears procedural in nature, seeking to invoke the Standing Orders on the conduct of the House. Debate: Special Commodity Levy Act and Related Orders (Main Business) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 3 February 2026 AI summary Hon. Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe criticized the Government’s economic management and alleged that state institutions, including the CID, Bribery Commission and judiciary, were being used selectively against the Opposition. He called for inquiries into allegations concerning the Speaker’s office, including treatment of a parliamentary receptionist, vehicle and fuel allowance use, media equipment, meals, appointments and official residences. He also raised concerns over alleged corruption in Norochcholai coal procurement and claimed proposed education reforms contained numerous errors, urging proper application of the law and accountability. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Parliamentary ProcedureCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 3 February 2026 AI summary Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe raised a procedural objection, arguing that Ministers should not speak at will during the proceedings. He said only the relevant subject Minister should respond to the matter under discussion and asked the Chair not to permit an improper Point of Order. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 3 February 2026 AI summary Hon. Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe, Attorney-at-Law, raised a Point of Order. No substantive argument or proposal was recorded in the provided excerpt. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 3 February 2026 AI summary Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe stated that several Members had already clarified the legal position on the matter. He informed the House that he had complained to the Speaker about a question raised at Reception to the Speaker’s Secretary and the Public Health Inspector. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 23 January 2026 AI summary Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe indicated that he was raising a question. No substantive details, policy issue, or proposal are provided in the excerpt. Standing Order 27(2) Questions: Attorney-General Independence, Gold Jewellery Return Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 22 January 2026 AI summary Hon. Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe criticized the Government’s reversal of Grade 6 curriculum reforms, alleging inadequate consultation, poor module preparation, and a loss of over Rs. 800 million on printed books to be withdrawn. He questioned the suitability of certain content for schoolchildren, called for accountability from the Education Minister, and argued that budget reductions in education undermine reform implementation. He also listed several policy reversals by the Government, contending that decisions are being changed in response to public or social media pressure rather than through consistent governance. Adjournment Debate: Comprehensive Educational Transformation Process Public FinanceEducationCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 21 January 2026 AI summary Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe objected to being dismissed or interrupted and indicated his intention to continue by reading from material. The intervention appears procedural and does not set out a substantive policy argument or proposal. Procedural matters - Supplementary questions and Standing Orders dispute Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 21 January 2026 AI summary Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe sought the Speaker’s permission to provide an explanation. No substantive policy point, proposal, or question was presented in the excerpt. Procedural matters - Supplementary questions and Standing Orders dispute Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 21 January 2026 AI summary Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe requested the opportunity to clarify or explain a matter before the House. No substantive policy position, proposal, or question was set out in the excerpt provided. Procedural matters - Supplementary questions and Standing Orders dispute Parliamentary Procedure Read →