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.
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AI summary AI-assigned tags, 1–3 per speech. Counts only — not a score.
Speech history
748 speeches- 23 January 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara raised concerns about RM Parks (Private) Limited, including the storage of 23,000 metric tons in allegedly unsuitable locations and the treatment of a female officer who investigated the matter, stating that her duties had been suspended and she had been reassigned to a garage. He also disputed Minister Kumar Jayakody’s statement that he had not met anyone in Russia, claiming the Minister met SUEK company officials at 1.00 p.m. and tabling related information for parliamentary attention. Debate: Universities (Amendment) Bill - Second and Third Reading Justice & Human RightsCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 23 January 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara criticised the Government’s proposed university amendments, arguing that they would politicize appointments of deans and department heads and worsen declining university rankings. He called instead for a comprehensive reform of the Universities Act, including globally comparable posts such as Deputy Vice-Chancellors for research, academic affairs and international affairs. He also raised concerns about judicial independence, questioning the appointment of a High Court Judge as Additional Secretary to the Ministry of Justice while hearing politically sensitive cases, and urged action to protect judicial processes from politicization. Debate: Universities (Amendment) Bill - Second and Third Reading Corruption & Governance ReformJustice & Human RightsEducation Read →
- 23 January 2026 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara argued that the Government’s approach to university appointments contradicts its stated policy of reducing political influence, citing alleged politically linked appointments to vice chancellor positions. Referring to a university governance workshop report, he said the Government had selectively adopted provisions on appointing Heads of Departments through Councils, which he claimed could increase politicization. He criticized changes to eligibility and term limits for Heads of Departments and Deans, arguing they could create shortages of suitably experienced staff and weaken university administration. Debate: Universities (Amendment) Bill - Second and Third Reading EducationCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 22 January 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara said the Opposition had cooperated on education reforms but questioned the legitimacy of the 2024–2025 proposals, claiming earlier 2020–2024 reform documents lacked the Prime Minister’s signature. He alleged Rs. 483 million had been wasted at the National Institute of Education and called for an examination of those involved. He also criticized the President’s remarks in Jaffna in relation to Buddhism and northern issues, and demanded that Hon. Sritharan resign from the Constitutional Council, alleging he had supported Government appointments while representing small Opposition parties and faced conflict-of-interest and corruption-related allegations. Adjournment Debate: Comprehensive Educational Transformation Process Corruption & Governance ReformJustice & Human RightsEducation Read →
- 9 January 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara challenged the Speaker’s Ruling on parliamentary discussion of the Judicial Service Commission, arguing that the JSC is an administrative body funded and scrutinized by Parliament rather than a court, and that precedent and Erskine May had been misapplied. He called for transparent procedures for judicial transfers and promotions, alleging that senior judges had been bypassed in higher court appointments and that affected judges lacked an independent remedy. He also questioned reported instructions by the CIABOC Director-General to Magistrates on bail, raised concerns about proposed appointments of Tamil judges without stated necessity, and urged reforms consistent with international judicial conduct principles and Bar Association concerns. Debate: Shop and Office Employees (Regulation of Employment and Remuneration) Regulation Amendment Corruption & Governance ReformJustice & Human RightsParliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 January 2026 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara sought permission to make a clarification in response to matters being raised in the debate. No substantive policy position or proposal was stated in the brief intervention. Answers to Questions under Standing Order 27(2) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 January 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara questioned the Minister’s earlier statement about cancelling media licences, noting that media institutions carry significant responsibilities and may report critically on the Government. He asked whether the Minister still holds that position and whether the Government intends to cancel licences already issued to media organisations. Oral Question: Department of Government Information (Q.3) Corruption & Governance ReformJustice & Human Rights Read →
- 9 January 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara raised concerns about an officer in a media-related role lacking relevant training, citing a recent statement about the Prime Minister attending a press briefing as evidence of difficulties in the institution. He also urged the Minister to address longstanding issues in the relevant Department, including a cadre of about 300 officers, allowances, and stalled promotions, and to establish a proper mechanism for stable career progression. Oral Question: Department of Government Information (Q.3) Corruption & Governance ReformPublic Finance Read →
- 9 January 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara asked the Minister of Health and Mass Media to provide details on the Department of Government Information, including its establishment date, affiliated institutions, current staff strength, present role, and the name and educational qualifications of its Director General. He also requested reasons if the Minister is unable to provide the information. Oral Question: Department of Government Information (Q.3) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 January 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara raised a point of order under Standing Order 92(2), arguing that the scope of the proceedings must be confined to matters permitted under that rule. He referred to Erskine May’s Parliamentary Practice, specifically the section on the extent of Parliament’s legislative authority, in the context of a discussion on people’s sovereignty raised by Hon. Ajith P. Perera. Speaker's Ruling on Motion Inclusion in Order Book Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 January 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara raised a point of Order under Standing Order 92(2). No substantive issue or request beyond invoking that procedural provision was stated in the excerpt. Speaker's Ruling on Motion Inclusion in Order Book Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 January 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara briefly intervened to ask whether the allotted speaking time was one minute. Speaker's Ruling on Motion Inclusion in Order Book Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 January 2026 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara requests the Speaker to grant him one minute to speak. Speaker's Ruling on Motion Inclusion in Order Book Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 January 2026 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara requested the Speaker to first read a previous ruling delivered by Anura Bandaranaike, noting that he had read and marked it. Speaker's Ruling on Motion Inclusion in Order Book Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 January 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara rose on a point of Order. No substantive argument, proposal, or question was recorded in the provided excerpt. Speaker's Ruling on Motion Inclusion in Order Book Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 January 2026 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara requests permission to present his side or position to the House. No substantive policy issue, proposal, or legislative matter is raised in the statement. Speaker's Ruling on Motion Inclusion in Order Book Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 January 2026 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara began by drawing attention to Article 4 of the Constitution, indicating that his remarks would concern constitutional provisions on the exercise of sovereignty. The available excerpt is incomplete and does not include any specific proposal, demand, or detailed argument beyond this constitutional reference. Speaker's Ruling on Motion Inclusion in Order Book Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 January 2026 AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara requested a few minutes to speak, appealing to fairness in allowing the Opposition time in the debate or proceedings. Speaker's Ruling on Motion Inclusion in Order Book Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 January 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara raised a point of order and requested a few minutes to address the House. No substantive policy issue or legislative matter was stated in the excerpt. Speaker's Ruling on Motion Inclusion in Order Book Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 8 January 2026 AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara raised administrative concerns relating to the Department of Motor Traffic, requesting that vehicle ownership transfers, revenue licence waiver letters, and related services be fully restored to regional offices to reduce delays, corruption allegations, and loss of revenue. He urged urgent resolution of the suspension of permanent number plate issuance, noting that many vehicles are using temporary paper numbers and calling for accountability over a previous contract he said increased costs substantially. He also raised concerns about vacancies and appointments in the English education administration, alleged irregularities in English module preparation, and requested investigations. Additionally, he questioned the involvement of organizations in sexuality and gender education content for minors, citing international standards on parental consent and safeguards. Motor Traffic Act Regulations Debate EducationInfrastructureCorruption & Governance Reform Read →