Hon. (Mrs.) Thushari Jayasingha, Attorney at Law, M.P.
Profession: Attorney-at-Law and Notary Public.
Speeches 27 #144 of 225·#84 in party
Attendance 8/8 days present (of recorded)
Top topic Parliamentary Procedure 11 speeches
Last spoke 7 April 2026 in Petitions
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Speech history
27 speeches- 7 April 2026 AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) Thushari Jayasingha presented two petitions to Parliament from Mr. R.M.P.R. Rathnayaka of Unawatuna, Buttala, and Mr. S.B. Rathnayaka of Asgiriya, Kandy. Petitions: Citizens' Petitions Presentation Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 19 March 2026 AI summary A petition from Mr. U.S.K. Kulasingha of Katugastota was presented. It was ordered to be referred to the Committee on Public Petitions. Papers and Petitions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 18 February 2026 AI summary Hon. Thushari Jayasingha moved an Adjournment Motion calling for stronger collective action by political leadership, public officials and the public to advance the Government’s anti-corruption programme under Policy 4.3 of the “A Prosperous Country - A Beautiful Life” manifesto. She cited Sri Lanka’s reported 14-place improvement in the 2026 Transparency International Corruption Perceptions Index as evidence of progress, while arguing that ending corruption is essential for development and accountable governance. Referencing past attacks and killings of public officials linked to investigations and audits, she said the Government would not support wrongdoing or obstruction of investigations and would safeguard the public mandate given to it. Adjournment: State Free from Corruption, Bribery and Fraud Corruption & Governance ReformJustice & Human Rights Read →
- 18 February 2026 AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) Thushari Jayasingha asked what steps have been taken to update laws relating to chemical regulation, as a second supplementary question. Oral Question: Amendment of Laws Pertaining to Explosives (1745/2025) Justice & Human Rights Read →
- 18 February 2026 AI summary Asked what measures have been taken to regulate chemicals, beyond those already discussed, that could affect national security. Oral Question: Amendment of Laws Pertaining to Explosives (1745/2025) Security & Defence Read →
- 18 February 2026 AI summary The Hon. Thushari Jayasingha asked the Minister of Defence for details on the regulation of explosives used for commercial purposes, including planned legal amendments, storage and issuance procedures, responsible officers, district-level assistant officers, and the status of the Controller of Explosives post. She also sought information on commercial explosives licences, active licensees, the licensing process, regulatory oversight, private storage facilities, security measures, and limits on quantities issued to licensees. Oral Question: Amendment of Laws Pertaining to Explosives (1745/2025) Law & OrderSecurity & Defence Read →
- 6 February 2026 AI summary Hon. Thushari Jayasingha supported the extension of Emergency Regulations in the context of relief and recovery after the “Ditva” cyclone, arguing that the Government is providing compensation, resettlement land, housing assistance and development projects in affected areas of Kandy District. She rejected Opposition criticism on environmental and disaster issues, saying some harmful quarrying, tank construction and land acquisition decisions predated the current Government and contributed to later damage. She cited specific recovery measures including the “Rebuilding Sri Lanka” programme, housing support in Kundasale, and the Mahaiyawa tunnel road project costing Rs. 699.6 million. Debate: Extension of Emergency Regulations (Cyclone Ditwah) EnvironmentLaw & OrderSecurity & Defence Read →
- 6 February 2026 AI summary Hon. Thushari Jayasingha begins addressing the Chair, but the provided excerpt contains no substantive remarks beyond the opening salutation. Therefore, no specific argument, proposal, question, or policy position can be identified from the supplied text. Debate: Extension of Emergency Regulations (Cyclone Ditwah) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 January 2026 AI summary Hon. Thushari Jayasingha supported the Order under the Shops and Office Employees Act enabling women’s night work, linking it to ILO obligations, tourism growth, and women’s labour force participation. She emphasized that the regulations followed tripartite consultation and include safeguards such as written consent, Labour Commissioner authorization after 10.00 p.m., limits on night duties, overtime pay, welfare committees, meals, rest facilities, and transport-related protections. She also briefly addressed allegations about changes to the Dharmachakra in textbooks, stating that religious leaders had been consulted and the approved symbol was included. Debate: Shop and Office Employees (Regulation of Employment and Remuneration) Regulation Amendment Law & OrderEmploymentWomen & Children Read →
- 18 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) Thushari Jayasingha emphasized the wide public role of the Police and public security institutions, arguing that Budget allocations should reflect their daily service in crime prevention, traffic regulation, public safety, immigration control and drug prevention. She said the Government is prioritizing drug demand reduction, rehabilitation, youth and school-based prevention programmes, and upgraded forensic facilities, while targeting importers, traffickers and manufacturers rather than only arresting users. She also cited action on illicit assets and ongoing investigations or court proceedings in major cases including Wasim Thajudeen, Upali Tennakoon, Keith Noyahr, Prageeth Eknaligoda and Lasantha Wickrematunge. She rejected claims of political protection in drug cases and warned against ethnic or religious divisiveness, particularly in diverse districts such as Kandy. Committee Stage Debate: Appropriation Bill 2026 - Defence and Public Security Expenditure Heads Security & DefenceJustice & Human RightsLaw & Order Read →
- 17 November 2025 AI summary Hon. Thushari Jayasingha supported the Rs. 58.5 billion allocation to the Ministry of Justice and National Integration, stating that it should be used to strengthen court infrastructure, staffing, and mechanisms to reduce case delays. She emphasized the need for adequate facilities for preliminary inquiries and greater support for quasi-judicial bodies such as mediation boards to resolve disputes and reduce court workloads. She also referred to digitalization and improved resources for court records, while asserting the independence of the judiciary and urging implementation of the allocation to uplift the justice sector. Debate - Appropriation Bill 2026 Committee Stage Continuation (Foreign Affairs, Justice and National Integration) Justice & Human RightsPublic Finance Read →
- 17 November 2025 AI summary On behalf of the Chairman of the Sectoral Oversight Committee on State Administration, Justice and Civil Security, the Member presented committee reports on a series of annual performance reports, annual reports, and financial statements relating to defence, civil security, disaster management, meteorology, and related institutions. The documents covered multiple years, including reports from the armed forces, Coast Guard, Civil Security Department, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, Defence Services Command and Staff College, Disaster Management Centre, Ranaviru Seva Authority, and Lanka Limited on border protection and security. The reports were ordered to lie upon the Table. Papers - Annual Reports and Committee Reports Tabled Security & DefenceParliamentary Procedure Read →
- 11 November 2025 AI summary Hon. Thushari Jayasingha stated that temporary driving permits issued at the airport apply only to certain vehicle categories and account for a small share of arrivals, while three-wheeler authorizations are handled by the Automobile Association of Ceylon under Sri Lanka’s obligations under the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic. She argued that companies renting three-wheelers to tourists require the relevant certificate before releasing vehicles, and that Sri Lankan law applies to foreigners who commit traffic or other offences. She maintained that temporary or converted permits support enforcement and constitute an appropriate regulatory framework. Adjournment: Termination of Driving Licences for Foreign Tourists (Three-wheelers) Law & OrderForeign Affairs Read →
- 23 September 2025 AI summary Hon. Thushari Jayasingha supported the Bill as necessary to legalize and strengthen regulation of construction in flood-prone and disaster-risk areas, particularly by enabling mapping of landslide and other hazard zones so the public and authorities can identify risks before building. She cited landslide incidents and risk data from hill-country areas, including the fatal Buwelikada incident in Kandy, to argue that enforceable restrictions are needed. She also raised unauthorized constructions in Nawalapitiya, including on railway reserves, which she said have blocked historic storm-water drainage and now require costly technical guidance before a planned bus shelter can proceed. Responding to Opposition concerns, she defended provisions allowing police involvement when officials enter premises, saying enforcement and official protection are necessary for the law to be effective. Second Reading Debate: National Building Research Institute Bill InfrastructureEnvironmentLand & Housing Read →
- 10 September 2025 AI summary On behalf of the Chair of the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Governance, Justice and Civil Protection, Hon. (Mrs.) Thushari Jayasingha presented the Committee’s Report on the Presidents’ Entitlements (Repeal) Bill. The report was ordered to lie upon the Table. Tabling of Committee Report and Petitions (Second Round) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 10 September 2025 AI summary On behalf of the Chair of the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Governance, Justice and Civil Protection, the Member presented the Committee’s report on the Presidents’ Entitlements (Repeal) Bill. The report was ordered to lie upon the Table. Committee Report: Presidents' Entitlements (Repeal) Bill Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 22 August 2025 AI summary Asked the Minister of Defence whether the Government is aware that many retired Tri-Forces and Police personnel work in private security services, and whether they receive fair wages, adequate facilities, training, and recognition. She also requested information on whether a regulatory mechanism exists for private security services, or what steps are being taken to establish one if it does not. Oral Questions (Second Round and Standing Order 27(2) Questions) EmploymentLaw & Order Read →
- 21 August 2025 AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) Thushari Jayasingha presented two petitions to Parliament on behalf of Mrs. B.G. Seelawathi of Gampola and Mrs. K.G. Bisomanike of Nawalapitiya. Petitions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 25 July 2025 AI summary Hon. Thushari Jayasingha expressed condolences on the deaths of several former Members of Parliament, focusing particularly on former Kandy District MP Lucky Jayawardana. She recalled her personal acquaintance with him and outlined his political career, including service in the Uda Nuwara Pradeshiya Sabha, Central Provincial Council, Parliament, and ministerial roles related to transport, lands, urban planning, water supply and higher education. She conveyed condolences to his family and noted his long public service in the Kandy District. Condolence Debate: Late Hon. Members (R. Sampanthan, A. Pilapitiya, W. B. Ekanayake, Lucky Jayawardana, Malani Fonseka) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 June 2025 AI summary Hon. Thushari Jayasingha argued that District and Divisional Coordinating Committees are important forums for addressing public grievances while MPs work in their electorates outside parliamentary sitting days. She said decisions taken after examining issues often lack effective implementation, and supported the Motion as a means to create a follow-up and accountability mechanism for district development decisions. She emphasized that such a mechanism should secure results through proper procedures and respect for officials, rather than through intimidation or political pressure. Adjournment Motion: District Coordinating Committees - Effectiveness, Accountability and Legal Clarity of Decisions Corruption & Governance ReformParliamentary Procedure Read →