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
Activity by sitting
115 sittings · counts only, no scoring.
Topic focus
AI summary AI-assigned tags, 1–3 per speech. Counts only — not a score.
Speech history
748 speeches- 6 February 2025 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara briefly addressed the Deputy Speaker, apparently seeking permission or intervention from the Chair. No substantive policy issue, proposal, or question was raised in the recorded excerpt. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 6 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara objected to interruptions while posing a question to the Prime Minister. He requested that the Prime Minister be allowed to answer. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 6 February 2025 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara objected to remarks made in the Chamber and appealed to the Chair to intervene. Part of his statement was expunged by order of the Chair. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 6 February 2025 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara stated that the Deputy Speaker had permitted him to raise a matter in Parliament. No substantive issue, proposal, or question was presented in the recorded excerpt. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 6 February 2025 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara requested that the response to a question he had already raised be allowed to proceed. The intervention was procedural, seeking recognition for the answer to be given. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 6 February 2025 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara invoked Standing Order 92(2), indicating a procedural point in the debate. No substantive policy argument, proposal, or question is provided in the excerpt. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 6 February 2025 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara raised a point of order under Standing Order 92(2), addressing the Prime Minister’s earlier statement that the Open University of Sri Lanka and the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University are universities. He asked the Prime Minister to clarify the basis on which those institutions are designated as universities. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 6 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law, rose to raise a point of Order. No substantive argument, proposal, or question is included in the provided excerpt. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 6 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara challenged the Minister’s claim on rice availability at maximum retail prices, saying many retail shops were not selling at those prices and citing uneven distribution of red Kakulu rice to co-operatives in Matara that caused queues and market distortions. He also questioned the Ministry’s handling of co-operatives, alleging that after Opposition victories in co-operative elections, Governors were appointing additional members under Section 60(a), and asked whether corrective action would be taken. Oral Question: Price Control of Rice Cost of LivingCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 6 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara challenged the Minister’s response on rice prices, citing Central Bank and market figures showing retail prices above the stated maximum retail prices for Samba, Nadu and Kakulu rice. He argued that the Government’s paddy purchasing prices are below farmers’ costs, with farmers demanding at least Rs. 140 per kilogramme, and questioned the refusal to buy wet paddy. He asked whether the Government would revise the rice MRP in line with actual costs or strictly enforce the existing MRP through the Consumer Affairs Authority, including action against retailers. Oral Question: Price Control of Rice AgricultureCost of Living Read →
- 6 February 2025 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara asked the Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Co-operative Development for current market prices of Nadu and Samba rice and whether the Government would take steps, including price controls, to reduce rice prices. He also sought information on Government-maintained rice reserves, their quantities, and the policy or actions being taken regarding rice imports to ensure consumers receive rice without shortages. Oral Question: Price Control of Rice AgricultureCost of Living Read →
- 5 February 2025 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara rejected allegations based on media reports, asserting that a CID statement made under the current Government found he had not received money from companies linked to Arjun Aloysius. He challenged others to repeat the allegation outside Parliament, indicating he would pursue legal action, and urged that Parliament not be used for such accusations. Adjournment Debate: Monaragala Health Sector Issues Justice & Human Rights Read →
- 5 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara raised concerns about the health sector, citing the absence of a proper national plan for hospital equipment and staffing across different levels of hospitals. He called for a committee and early action on patient safety and well-being regulations, and proposed integrating the Medical Supplies Division, NMRA, SPC and SPMC to improve medicine regulation, referring to a disputed mouthwash tender involving a previously surcharged supplier. He also requested a replacement phaco machine for Kuliyapitiya Hospital due to a cataract surgery backlog, and urged amendments to Ayurveda legislation to protect traditional medical practitioners alongside Ayurveda and Unani systems. Adjournment Debate: Monaragala Health Sector Issues HealthcareJustice & Human RightsReligion & Culture Read →
- 5 February 2025 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara alleged that Rs. 187 million had been stolen in relation to rice under the Government, stating that he had first raised the matter in Parliament and that further revelations would follow. He challenged the Government to provide answers on rice-related issues and requested additional speaking time due to interruptions. Adjournment Debate: Monaragala Health Sector Issues Corruption & Governance ReformCost of Living Read →
- 5 February 2025 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara criticized the Government’s handling of rice procurement and distribution, alleging that unresolved tender issues had prevented rice from reaching the public. He urged the relevant Ministry to manage the matter properly and ensure rice is provided to people in need. Adjournment Debate: Monaragala Health Sector Issues Cost of LivingCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 5 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara referred to the Government’s inability to provide rice and mentioned that there had been four rice tenders. Part of his remarks was expunged on the order of the Chair. Adjournment Debate: Monaragala Health Sector Issues Cost of Living Read →
- 5 February 2025 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara acknowledged receiving Rs. 500,000 from the President’s Fund and challenged others to prove that an MP is prohibited from receiving such funds. He directed his remarks to the Minister of Health and objected to interruptions during his statement. Adjournment Debate: Monaragala Health Sector Issues Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 5 February 2025 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara briefly sought the floor and asked the Minister of Health to sit down so he could proceed. He indicated he was about to raise a “second matter,” but no substantive issue or proposal is contained in the provided excerpt. Adjournment Debate: Monaragala Health Sector Issues Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 5 February 2025 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara challenged claims that Members receiving assistance from the President’s Fund constituted misuse of state funds, asking for proof if such allegations were made. He also questioned the Government’s earlier position on abolishing the President’s Fund and similar funds, noting that it now appeared to say abolition was not possible. Adjournment Debate: Monaragala Health Sector Issues Corruption & Governance ReformPublic Finance Read →
- 5 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara stated that he had received money from the President’s Fund. No further context, explanation, or proposal was provided in the speech. Adjournment Debate: Monaragala Health Sector Issues Corruption & Governance Reform Read →