Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney at Law, M.P.
Profession: Attorney-at-Law
Speeches 748 #2 of 225·#1 in party
Attendance 6/8 days present (of recorded)
Top topic Parliamentary Procedure 548 speeches
Last spoke 9 June 2026 in Oral question
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Speech history
748 speeches- 9 June 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara noted that six months had passed, indicating the passage of time in relation to a matter before the House. No further substantive argument, proposal, or question was made in the provided excerpt. Oral Questions 8-27(2): Standing Order questions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 June 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara raised a matter under Standing Order 92(2) regarding alleged harassment of an officer in the Parliament IT Department and noted that six months had passed since Hon. Sujatha Alahapperuma submitted a report with no apparent action. He questioned the appointment of another lower-level committee despite an earlier committee headed by a Supreme Court Judge, and requested the Speaker to take a decision on disciplinary action or ensure appropriate committee leadership. Oral Questions 8-27(2): Standing Order questions Justice & Human RightsParliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 June 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara rose on a point of order. No substantive argument, proposal, or policy issue was recorded in the provided excerpt. Oral Questions 8-27(2): Standing Order questions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 June 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara raised concerns over rising gold-loan indebtedness, noting Rs. 3,514.5 million in gold loans over 15 months and an average household burden of about Rs. 168,000, much of it through rural banks. He warned that the relevant authorization had lapsed in 2024, potentially creating legal issues, and questioned the impact on farmers who pawned gold to fund cultivation amid an upcoming harvest, reported rice imports of 157,000 metric tons, and the stated rice price band. Oral Questions 1-10 AgriculturePublic FinanceCost of Living Read →
- 22 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara paid tribute to Hon. Prof. Tissa Vitarana, highlighting his contributions as a scientist, virologist, former Minister, and left political leader, including work on dengue control, COVID-19 proposals, the Vidatha programme, nanotechnology, and efforts toward devolution through the All-Party Conference. He recalled Prof. Vitarana’s principled opposition to the impeachment of Chief Justice Shirani Bandaranayake as an example of integrity. Jayasekara then raised concerns over a reported draft Bill to extend the retirement ages of superior court judges, arguing it could affect judicial independence, promotions, and perceptions of influence over the judiciary. He urged the Government not to proceed with such tenure extensions and called for upholding the rule of law. Statements of Condolence: Six Former Members of Parliament Justice & Human RightsReligion & Culture Read →
- 22 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara paid tribute to former MPs and Ministers Janaka Mahendra Adhikari, S.C. Muthukumarana, T. Kanagasabai, Chandradhasa Galappaththi and Prof. Tissa Vitarana during a condolence debate. He recalled their political careers, constituency work and contributions to areas including Anuradhapura, Batticaloa, Digamadulla and national left politics. He particularly noted Muthukumarana’s advocacy on water, fertilizer and agriculture, Kanagasabai’s work for Batticaloa, Galappaththi’s service in Ampara and Prof. Vitarana’s role as an LSSP leader, scholar, scientist and Minister. Statements of Condolence: Six Former Members of Parliament Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara raised a point of order citing Standing Order 91(e) on sub judice matters. He argued that the matter being discussed was not awaiting a court decision and asked the Chair to clarify what court decision was at issue, referring to the Speaker having read out the relevant provision. Procedural: Motions and Privilege Matter Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara rose on a point of order under Standing Order 29. No substantive argument, proposal, or question was recorded in the provided excerpt. Procedural: Motions and Privilege Matter Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara objected to an allegation that reforms had been halted due to the Opposition or the Leader of the Opposition. He stated that the matter had been read out incorrectly and asserted that responsibility lay with the President, not the Opposition. Oral Answers to Questions (Q.1-Q.7) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara objected to the postponement of a question, asking when he would be permitted to raise it again and noting that a further delay of about a month would prevent him from pursuing it until then. The question was ordered to stand down. Oral Answers to Questions (Q.1-Q.7) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara stated that his question regarding Mr. Rohana Wijeweera had been raised for the second time but its answer had again been postponed for several months. He requested the Speaker to allow him a minute to address the delay. Oral Answers to Questions (Q.1-Q.7) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara urged that the concerns being raised be listened to and addressed in the relevant parliamentary process. The excerpt is too brief to identify the specific issue, proposal, or policy context under discussion. Papers Presented: Annual Reports and Ministry Reports Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara briefly interjected to affirm or qualify a preceding point, stating that in some cases the situation does not even reach the level being discussed. No substantive proposal, demand, or policy position was set out in the remark. Papers Presented: Annual Reports and Ministry Reports Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara clarified a procedural point regarding parliamentary Questions, noting that when an answer is not provided, it generally takes about a month for the Question to reappear on the Order Paper. He indicated that the matter being raised concerned this procedural delay rather than a different issue. Papers Presented: Annual Reports and Ministry Reports Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara notes that he has a Question listed under Questions for Oral Answers and states that it is being raised for the second time. He emphasizes the procedural importance of the matter. Papers Presented: Annual Reports and Ministry Reports Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara rose on a point of order, without making a substantive argument or proposal in the provided excerpt. Papers Presented: Annual Reports and Ministry Reports Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara requested that a Member be allowed to raise a point of order. Papers Presented: Annual Reports and Ministry Reports Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 19 May 2026 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara compared economic indicators under Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Ranil Wickremesinghe, citing reductions in inflation, improved reserves and primary balance, and a shift from negative to positive growth. He warned that if the exchange rate again reaches around Rs. 360–370 per US dollar, the country could return to a previous crisis situation, and alleged that efforts were being made to form governments by attracting members from other parties. Debate: Second Reading of Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill and Committee Stage Public FinanceCost of Living Read →
- 19 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara raised concerns over vehicle import allowances, claiming that importing more than 1,000 vehicles valued at about US$20,000 each could cause a revenue loss of around Rs. 3.5 billion. He compared current exchange rates and fuel prices with those under former Presidents Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Ranil Wickremesinghe, arguing that the rupee has depreciated again and citing petrol and diesel prices as part of his critique of current economic management. Debate: Second Reading of Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill and Committee Stage Corruption & Governance ReformPublic Finance Read →
- 19 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara argued that the Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill introduces criminal penalties for tax-related non-compliance for the first time and warned that, with a broadened tax base and lower thresholds, ordinary taxpayers could be affected without receiving any corresponding benefits or priority services. He contrasted current tax enforcement with earlier efforts to recover unpaid taxes and criticized past statements by government figures on tax compliance. He also raised concerns over incomplete RTI responses on fuel procurement, alleged inflated fuel pricing, and the 50 per cent surcharge on vehicle imports, while additionally commenting on the conduct of war hero commemorations and the need to recognize all civilian suffering during past conflicts. Debate: Second Reading of Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill and Committee Stage Cost of LivingLaw & OrderPublic Finance Read →