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10th Parliament· 10 debates· 217 speeches· 65 speakers

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  4. 4 Oral question Oral Question No. 3 - 276/2024: Safe Medical Termination of Pregnancy 6 speeches
    • The Hon. Ajith P. Perera SJB

      AI summary Ajith P. Perera asked the Minister of Justice and National Integration what action has been taken to implement the 2012 Law Commission proposals on “Safe Medical Termination of Pregnancy,” as promised in the “A Thriving Nation - A Beautiful Life” Policy Statement. He also sought reasons for any delay in expediting new legislation on the matter, and asked why action had not been taken if no steps had been initiated.

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    • The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law - Minister of Justice and National Integration JJB

      AI summary The Minister said earlier proposals to amend the Penal Code to permit safe medical termination of pregnancy on medical grounds, based on a 2012/2013 Law Commission report, received Cabinet approval in 2017 subject to consultations with religious leaders, but failed after majority opposition. He noted that the Ministry of Justice revisited the issue in 2022, including the need for Health Ministry data and recommendations, but successive reform attempts over nearly 30 years had faced social and religious resistance. He stated that any renewed legislation should follow broad public discourse and that the matter is expected to be referred again to the Law Commission before further action.

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    • The Hon. Ajith P. Perera SJB

      AI summary Ajith P. Perera urged the Government to act on its election policy commitment to legislate for medically confirmed severe fetal abnormalities, noting that similar reforms have long been discussed but not enacted. He argued that, given the Government’s two-thirds mandate and the President’s election on this platform, Parliament should move decisively and in line with international standards rather than prolong consultations. He asked why the Government was “going in circles” despite the 2012 detailed report and public approval of the policy.

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    • The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law JJB

      AI summary The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara responded to Hon. Ajith P. Perera’s question regarding a Bill that is included in the Government’s policy statement. He stated that the Government intends to proceed with it through the required process, not as a delaying tactic, and that implementation cannot be done by a Minister alone. He assured the House that the matter would be expedited, with Parliament kept informed.

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    • The Hon. Ajith P. Perera SJB

      AI summary Ajith P. Perera asked the Minister to state what steps the Ministry has taken to date on the matter under discussion.

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    • The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law JJB

      AI summary Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara stated that the Government is reviewing over 60 Bills and laws, including the matter raised, and has decided to refer it to the Law Commission. He said the administration is establishing the necessary process within its first four and a half months in office and intends to implement proposals in its policy statement over its remaining term.

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