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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115 sittings · counts only, no scoring.
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AI summary AI-assigned tags, 1–3 per speech. Counts only — not a score.
Speech history
748 speeches- 20 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara criticized the Government’s first Budget as a departure from the JVP’s earlier anti-IMF and anti-neoliberal positions, arguing that it continues policies associated with the previous administration, including tax-based stabilization and market-oriented reforms. He questioned shifts in Government policy on India, the CEB, underutilized lands, free trade zones and investment boards, and alleged that the public had been misled about these changes. He also raised national security concerns following shootings and a killing inside a courthouse, calling for investigations into possible internal complicity and for stronger protection for judges and MPs. He further questioned the reduction of earlier promises to employ 35,000 graduates, including in teaching, IT and state services, to a 30,000-person youth employment scheme. Budget Bill 2025 - Second Reading Debate Public FinanceLaw & OrderCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 19 February 2025 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara raised concerns over a shooting inside Court No. 5 of the Aluthkade Courts Complex, where a person allegedly posing as a lawyer shot “Ganemulle Sanjeeva,” described as linked to the underworld. He questioned court security and the safety of lawyers, citing a reported rise in murders, and urged Parliament to treat the law-and-order situation as a serious matter. Question by Private Notice (Standing Order 27(2)): Data on Poverty, Aswesuma Programme and Law and Order Security & DefenceLaw & OrderJustice & Human Rights Read →
- 19 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara rose on a Point of Order. No substantive argument, proposal, or question was recorded in the provided excerpt. Question by Private Notice (Standing Order 27(2)): Data on Poverty, Aswesuma Programme and Law and Order Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 18 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara questioned whether the Government has entered into any new fuel supply contracts, alleging that fuel continues to be procured from the same suppliers under the same premium arrangements as before. He also challenged claims that new appointees to petroleum-related institutions would serve without benefits, citing reported allowances paid to the current Chairman, Executive Director, and CPSTL Managing Director, and asked the Minister to confirm whether he accepts these details. Oral Question No. 1 (98/2024): Sale of Petroleum by Ceylon Petroleum Corporation Public FinanceCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 18 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara queried whether the relevant Minister was present, stating that the line Minister would be best placed to answer the matter. He indicated that, if the Minister was unavailable, the question would be raised on another day. Oral Question No. 1 (98/2024): Sale of Petroleum by Ceylon Petroleum Corporation Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 18 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara questioned the Government’s earlier statements that fuel taxes, including around Rs. 50 per litre, were unfair and would be reduced. He asked whether those assurances were inaccurate or whether the Government still intends to reduce the taxes, noting that five months had passed without action and requesting a timeframe for any reduction. Oral Question No. 1 (98/2024): Sale of Petroleum by Ceylon Petroleum Corporation Public FinanceCost of Living Read →
- 17 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara denied claims that the Opposition sought to postpone the Local Authorities election, arguing that Clause 3 of the Government’s Local Authorities Elections (Special Provisions) Bill itself permits the Election Commission to call nominations within three months of the Act coming into force. He requested that election scheduling take account of the Budget Debate ending on 21 March, noting practical difficulties for smaller Opposition parties in campaigning while participating in parliamentary proceedings. He also urged the Government and Election Commission to ensure refunds of nomination deposits already paid by parties and independents, citing significant financial burdens and ongoing discussions with the Treasury. Local Authorities Elections (Special Provisions) Bill: Second Reading Public FinanceCorruption & Governance ReformParliamentary Procedure Read →
- 14 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara raised concerns about international discussions on USAID transactions relating to Sri Lanka and referred to a letter from Hon. Namal Rajapaksa requesting a Special Committee. He urged that, since the Prime Minister’s name had also been mentioned, the matter should be addressed formally and asked the Speaker what action would be taken, including whether such a committee would be appointed. Points of Order and Procedural Matters: Supreme Court Determination and Parliamentary Procedures Foreign AffairsParliamentary ProcedureCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 14 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara raised a point of order. No substantive argument, proposal, or policy issue was presented in the excerpt provided. Points of Order and Procedural Matters: Supreme Court Determination and Parliamentary Procedures Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 14 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara rose on a point of order. No substantive argument, proposal, or question was included in the recorded statement. Points of Order and Procedural Matters: Supreme Court Determination and Parliamentary Procedures Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 14 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara stated that there had been an error in the interpretation. The intervention appears to be a procedural clarification rather than a substantive policy statement. Committee Report: Public Finance Committee - Disbursement Bill 2025 Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 14 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara stated that the interpretation in question was incorrect. No further argument, proposal, or contextual detail was provided in the excerpt. Committee Report: Public Finance Committee - Disbursement Bill 2025 Justice & Human Rights Read →
- 7 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara supported the Motion while arguing that claims of selfless service by MPs are hypocritical if salaries are routed through party accounts before members receive payments, and he urged either abolishing pensions or ending such salary arrangements. He defended the need for reasonable parliamentary facilities and dignity for MPs, while opposing excessive privileges and dismissing minor public claims such as meal deductions. He also called for proper investigations into the Lasantha Wickrematunge murder, saying officials now in authority should proceed with cases rather than blame the Attorney-General or use public lists to divert attention. Private Members' Motion 5: Abolishing the Pension Scheme of Members of Parliament Parliamentary ProcedurePublic FinanceJustice & Human Rights Read →
- 7 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara supported the motion, arguing that existing procedures for labour welfare in Sri Lankan missions are not being properly implemented and calling for stronger staffing, fairer promotion opportunities for junior managers, and labour or welfare sections in Japan, Romania, and Cyprus. He also urged urgent government action on SMEs facing bank seizures, CRIB-related restrictions, and lack of restart support following successive crises. He raised concerns about Sri Lankans drawn into the Russia-Ukraine conflict and requested Foreign Ministry intervention, and called for an investigation into reported high levels of hexavalent chromium in water supplies linked to public health risks. Private Members' Motion 4: Appointment of Labour Welfare Officers EmploymentForeign AffairsHealthcare Read →
- 6 February 2025 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara asked the Prime Minister, in her capacity as Education Minister, to clarify the basis on which the Open University of Sri Lanka and General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University are designated as State universities. He sought this clarification in relation to recognition of their qualifications for purposes such as admission to Sri Lanka Law College. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Parliamentary ProcedureEducation Read →
- 6 February 2025 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara urged the Deputy Speaker to conduct proceedings strictly according to the Standing Orders. He objected to the Leader of the House advising or influencing the Chair on procedure. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 6 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara requested one minute of speaking time to pose a question to the Hon. Prime Minister. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 6 February 2025 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara questioned the Prime Minister’s characterization of the Open University as a State university. He sought clarification on the basis for that classification. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Parliamentary ProcedureEducation Read →
- 6 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara requested the Deputy Speaker’s permission to address a question to the Prime Minister concerning universities. He asked that an answer be allowed on the matter. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 6 February 2025 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara objected to the conduct of the proceedings and sought to raise a point of Order. He questioned how Members were being allowed to speak in that manner amid interruptions. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Parliamentary Procedure Read →