Hon. Ajith P. Perera, M.P.
Profession: Attorney-at-Law
Speeches 320 #13 of 225·#5 in party
Attendance 8/8 days present (of recorded)
Top topic Parliamentary Procedure 157 speeches
Last spoke 9 June 2026 in Debate
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92 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
320 speeches- 9 January 2026 AI summary Ajith P. Perera rose to raise a point of order. No substantive argument, proposal, or question is included in the provided excerpt. Speaker's Ruling on Motion Inclusion in Order Book Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 8 January 2026 AI summary Ajith P. Perera supported the regulations but raised concerns over the Lakvijaya coal procurement tender, alleging altered tender conditions, substandard coal imports, and losses of about Rs. 100 billion, and said the Parliamentary Energy Subcommittee would investigate responsibility. He also called for transparency and due process in judicial appointments, transfers and promotions, referring to BASL concerns and urging that the Opposition’s proposal for a Special Parliamentary Committee be placed on the Order Book. He marked the 17th anniversary of Lasantha Wickrematunge’s assassination and urged the Government to deliver justice in the case. Motor Traffic Act Regulations Debate Parliamentary ProcedureCorruption & Governance ReformJustice & Human Rights Read →
- 8 January 2026 AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera raised a Point of Order regarding the Special Select Committee appointed to examine the issue of 323 containers, noting that no meeting had been convened despite November and December having passed. He requested that the Minister of Justice, as Chair of the Committee, either proceed with the Committee’s work or clarify otherwise, and provide a schedule of meeting dates so Members could plan accordingly. Standing Order 27(2) Questions and Ministerial Statements Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 6 January 2026 AI summary Ajith P. Perera asked the Minister of Environment to inform Parliament of the arrangements being made to implement Sri Lanka’s Climate Prosperity Plan. He also requested details on the Government’s measures to ensure Sri Lanka’s access to the Carbon Market, and asked for reasons if such information could not be provided. Questions and Papers (Resumption after Adjournment) Public FinanceEnvironment Read →
- 6 January 2026 AI summary Ajith P. Perera asked the Minister of Justice and National Integration about the damaged, unused official residence of the Panadura District Judge on De Silva Road, including plans for restoration and details of a partially constructed abandoned building on the premises and expenditure incurred. He also sought information on measures to provide official residences for judicial officers in Panadura, the extent of related State lands near the Panadura seashore, and steps to utilize those lands effectively. Questions and Papers (Resumption after Adjournment) Public FinanceLand & HousingJustice & Human Rights Read →
- 6 January 2026 AI summary Ajith P. Perera asked the Minister of Justice and National Integration whether Sri Lanka currently has sentencing policies and guidelines for judges in criminal cases and whether the report of the committee appointed to prepare such guidelines will be tabled in Parliament. He also sought information on future steps to formulate sentencing guidelines to support fair sentencing in the criminal justice system, and requested reasons if no such measures are planned. Questions and Papers (Resumption after Adjournment) Justice & Human Rights Read →
- 6 January 2026 AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera argued that the emergency regulations tabled were overbroad and appeared to be copied from earlier crisis periods rather than tailored to the current situation. Citing a Supreme Court judgment on proportionality, he said emergency powers should be limited to actual necessity and noted that previous support for such regulations was based on an immediate crisis. He raised concerns about alleged selective law enforcement and political interference in policing, and called on the Government to narrow and amend the regulations to address only the present need. Debate: Public Security Ordinance Resolution and Delimitation Motion Corruption & Governance ReformJustice & Human RightsLaw & Order Read →
- 6 January 2026 AI summary Ajith P. Perera raised a point of order regarding a motion submitted about six weeks earlier by multiple MPs to appoint a Parliamentary Select Committee on ensuring judicial independence. He stated that the motion had still not been included in the Order Book and described the delay as unfortunate. Procedural: Points of Order on Auditor-General Appointment and Parliamentary Matters Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 5 December 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera expressed condolences over a national disaster and urged the Government to act under the Sri Lanka Disaster Management Act, No. 13 of 2005. He questioned whether the President had formally declared a disaster situation under Section 11, noting that any such declaration must be placed before Parliament for approval, and said no such instrument appeared on the Order Paper despite several sittings. He argued that formal action under the Act is necessary to provide aid, empower officials, protect public officers, and ensure lawful fund management. He also queried the legal basis of recent disaster-related circulars and notices issued by the Ministry of Defence and other authorities. Debate - Appropriation Bill 2026 Committee Stage: Budget Debate on Disaster Response and Government Allocations Parliamentary ProcedureJustice & Human Rights Read →
- 5 December 2025 AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera raised a procedural issue under the Disaster Management Act, No. 13 of 2005, stating that any presidential proclamation declaring a state of disaster must be submitted to Parliament at its first sitting for approval by resolution. He questioned whether such a declaration had been made and, if so, why it had not been tabled before the last sitting day of the session. He urged the Government to ensure the required resolution is presented and approved if a declaration exists. Debate - Appropriation Bill 2026 Committee Stage: Budget Debate on Disaster Response and Government Allocations Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 28 November 2025 AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera raised an urgent matter concerning a bus with about 70 passengers stranded on the Kalawewa bridge on the Anuradhapura–Puttalam road, noting that approval for a helicopter rescue had not yet been granted and calling for immediate Government intervention. He also highlighted severe weather conditions, including a red alert in Kalutara District and heavy rains in Ratnapura, and requested special attention to relief efforts in Kalutara where floodwaters remained stagnant in several DS divisions. Motions at Commencement of Public Business - Emergency Response Coordination Law & OrderInfrastructureSecurity & Defence Read →
- 27 November 2025 AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera stated that the relevant party was unable to answer the question posed. Procedural: Member's Comment Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 27 November 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera raised, for a second time, the lack of response to his question on establishing the Permanent Three-Judge High Court for Anti-Corruption. He criticized the Government for speaking about anti-corruption while, after a year in office, not filing any case in that court, and requested a prompt answer to avoid further delay. Oral Question: Permanent Three-Judge High Court for Anti-Corruption (Q.2/2024 (2)) Corruption & Governance ReformJustice & Human Rights Read →
- 26 November 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera urged the Minister to establish a dedicated special task force or unit to handle the programme, arguing that existing officers have other duties and cannot effectively manage additional appeals and grievances. He said that, with such a mechanism and the Minister’s in-principle agreement, the entire programme could be completed within one to two years. Adjournment Debate: Grant of Freehold Deeds to Occupants of State Lands Corruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 26 November 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera urged the Minister to issue 23,018 deeds using the existing signature, stating that the credit would accrue to the Minister and the President. He expressed hope for a positive response from the Minister. Adjournment Debate: Grant of Freehold Deeds to Occupants of State Lands Land & Housing Read →
- 26 November 2025 AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera moved an adjournment motion urging the Government to implement the “Himikama” freehold deed programme in line with the Cabinet-approved Review Committee Report of 21 July 2025, amend Lands Commissioner General’s Circular No. 2025/02, and appoint a Special Task Force to expedite the process. He argued that long-term occupants of State lands under the Land Development Ordinance face economic and legal constraints because they lack absolute title, including difficulties in subdivision, sale, and mortgaging. He also requested immediate distribution of 23,018 freehold deeds prepared under the previous “Urumaya” programme, while clarifying that the proposal applies only to lawfully occupied and developed permit lands, not protected or essential State lands. Adjournment Debate: Grant of Freehold Deeds to Occupants of State Lands Land & HousingPublic FinanceParliamentary Procedure Read →
- 26 November 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera disputed a claim that Prof. Udugamasooriya had prepared an adopted National Science Policy free of charge, stating that the document referred to was only a manifesto document. He argued that presenting it as a national policy was misleading and suggested it amounted to dishonesty. Debate: Appropriation Bill, 2026 - Committee Stage, Sixteenth Allotted Day Education Read →
- 26 November 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera objected procedurally that his allocated speaking time was being given away. He asked the Presiding Member why this was happening. Debate: Appropriation Bill, 2026 - Committee Stage, Sixteenth Allotted Day Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 26 November 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera challenged the claim that a National Science Policy had been prepared, arguing that the document being cited was instead the Government’s “Prosperous Country - Beautiful Life” presidential election policy statement. He said a formal National Science Policy had not yet been produced, despite being promised in the manifesto, and accused the Government of misleading the public by suggesting otherwise. Debate: Appropriation Bill, 2026 - Committee Stage, Sixteenth Allotted Day Education Read →
- 26 November 2025 AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera stated that Hon. Sunil Watagala had referred to a National Science Policy that had not been presented to Parliament. He implied a concern about the availability or formal tabling of the policy for parliamentary scrutiny. Debate: Appropriation Bill, 2026 - Committee Stage, Sixteenth Allotted Day Parliamentary Procedure Read →