Sitting of Tuesday, 5 August 2025
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Order of business
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- 1 Opening Parliament Opening 1 speeches
- 2 Papers Papers: Reports and Regulations 6 speeches
- 3 Committee report Committee Report: Public Finance Committee Report 1 speeches
- 4 Petitions Petitions 8 speeches
- 5 Procedural Point of Order: Mannar Wind Power Protest 3 speeches
- 6 Oral question Oral Questions: Education, Energy, President's Fund, Western Provincial Council Vehicles, Public Security, Pirivena Education, Hospitals in Matara, Land Settlement, Coastal Patrol, and Marawila Schools 66 speeches
- 7 Oral question Question by Private Notice: Youth Services Council Circular 14 speeches
- 8 Procedural Procedural: Standing Order 31 Matter and Question 27(2) on Transport Committee 7 speeches
- 9 Debate Ministerial Statement: Lanka Sugar Company - Pelwatte and Sevanagala Sugarcane Farmers 3 speeches
- 10 Debate Ministerial Statements: Trade and Commerce Issues in Jaffna District 11 speeches
- 11 Debate Ministerial Statement: Medical Faculty Suspension at Kotelawala Defence University 10 speeches
- 12 Procedural Privilege Matter: Alleged Weapon Possession 15 speeches
- 13 Procedural Procedural: Motions and Standing Order 91(1) Discussion 12 speeches
- 14 Procedural Procedural: Sittings of Parliament Motion 2 speeches
- 15 Procedural Privilege Motion: Suspension of Live Telecast 2 speeches
- 16 Debate Debate: Resolution to Remove Inspector-General of Police T.M.W. Deshabandu Tennakoon 100 speeches
- The Hon. Speaker procedural
- The Hon. Ananda Wijepala - Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs JJB
AI summary Minister Ananda Wijepala supported the motion to remove former IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon under the Removal of Officers (Procedure) Act, stating that a statutory committee found him guilty on 19 of 23 charges after hearing evidence from 38 witnesses. He outlined the composition and process of the committee and argued that its findings justified parliamentary action. The Minister also cited a series of past allegations and proceedings involving Tennakoon, including torture findings by the Supreme Court, alleged failures related to the Easter Sunday attacks, the 2022 Galle Face attacks, and other criminal or disciplinary controversies, to argue that Tennakoon was unfit to hold the office of Inspector-General of Police.
- The Hon. Speaker procedural
- The Hon. Mujibur Rahuman SJB
AI summary Hon. Mujibur Rahuman said his party supports the resolution to remove Deshabandu Tennakoon as IGP, citing its earlier opposition to his appointment and the Supreme Court interim order obtained by party members. He questioned why certain government-aligned MPs had not challenged the appointment earlier and asked why allegations relating to Easter 2019, the Aragalaya cases, and “Operation Yuktiya” were not being fully addressed. He argued that political authorities who directed or enabled Tennakoon should also be held accountable, and called for laws and appointment practices that prevent persons with serious allegations or political loyalties from being elevated to high office. He also raised issues regarding the former Speaker’s claimed doctorate, the release of 309 containers, and the President’s Secretary’s vehicle incident, framing them as tests of the government’s commitment to rule of law.
- The Hon. Mujibur Rahman SJB
AI summary Mujibur Rahman argued that the Government has failed to uphold the rule of law it promised, citing the President’s Secretary and the handling of allegations involving presidential security personnel bringing liquor through the airport as examples where accountability was not pursued. He accused Ministers and MPs of intervening in youth-related matters for party political purposes and said replacing Deshbandu Tennakoon without broader systemic reform would only reproduce similar problems.
- The Hon. Deputy Speaker procedural
- The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law - Minister of Justice and National Integration JJB
AI summary The Minister argued that the removal proceedings concerning Deshbandu Tennakoon were being conducted lawfully under the Constitution and the Removal of Officers (Procedure) Act, No. 5 of 2002. He linked the debate to the Government’s stated commitment to the rule of law, citing public grievances during the 2022 Aragalaya and asserting that the current administration has sought to ensure that Ministers and MPs are not above the law. He rejected Opposition criticisms as baseless and said following legal procedure, rather than using political power summarily, was a strength of the Government.
- The Hon. Mahinda Jayasinghe - Deputy Minister of Labour JJB
AI summary Mahinda Jayasinghe made a brief remark characterizing the opposing group as “the crowd that only howls.” No specific policy, legislative issue, proposal, or demand was raised in the statement.
Employment Full speech → - The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law - Minister of Justice and National Integration JJB
AI summary Minister Harshana Nanayakkara said complaints arising from “Operation Yuktīya” under Deshbandu Tennakoon are being investigated, with relief to be granted where warranted, and defended keeping the report on the 309 containers confidential until investigations are completed. He argued that Deshbandu’s appointment as IGP was procedurally questionable and said the debate should focus on alleged abuses by Deshbandu, while noting that the previous political authority had already been rejected by voters. He outlined charges before the committee, including allegations that Deshbandu gave unlawful verbal orders connected to the Weligama W15 Hotel shooting, and assured honest public officers that the Government would protect those acting in good faith.
- The Hon. Deputy Speaker procedural
- The Hon. Namal Rajapaksa, Attorney-at-Law SLPP
AI summary Hon. Namal Rajapaksa argued that the debate concerned matters pending before court and had proceeded in violation of Standing Order 91(f), urging the Speaker or Deputy Speaker to take responsibility or formally suspend Standing Orders if such a debate was to be allowed. He said investigations and legal action should proceed fairly without political interference, alleging politicisation of the police, public service transfers, recruitment, and prosecutions of former security officials. He stated that he and his party would abstain from voting because the matter was sub judice, while calling on Parliament and the Opposition to ensure due process and adherence to Standing Orders.
- The Hon. Deputy Speaker procedural
- The Hon. Arun Hemachandra - Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment JJB
AI summary The Deputy Minister supported the lawful removal of Deshbandu Tennakoon, arguing that serious allegations and court findings concerning torture, failures during the Galle Face attacks, the Weligama W15 Hotel incident, and arrests under “Operation Yukthiya” justified action within a democratic framework. He tabled statements from police officers alleging suppression of investigations, political interference, and pressure within the chain of command, particularly relating to the 2022 protest events. He said the Government was seeking to end political interference in law enforcement and hold senior officials accountable while maintaining support for the Police as an institution.
- The Hon. Deputy Speaker procedural
- The Hon. Sajith Premadasa - Leader of the Opposition SJB
AI summary Sajith Premadasa stated that the Samagi Jana Balawegaya and Samagi Jana Sandhanaya support the motion to remove Deshbandu Tennakoon as IGP, arguing that they had consistently opposed his appointment as illegal and unconstitutional, including through votes in the Constitutional Council and fundamental rights petitions. He questioned why the JVP/NPP did not oppose the appointment publicly or in court at the time, and criticized the process by which the Speaker used a casting vote after abstentions. He also warned the Government against reducing the powers of the Constitutional Council, saying it would weaken democratic checks and balances.
- The Hon. Deputy Speaker procedural
- The Hon. Sunil Watagala, Attorney-at-Law - Deputy Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs JJB
AI summary The Deputy Minister supported the removal proceedings against IGP Deshbandu Tennakoon under the Removal of Officers (Procedure) Act, No. 5 of 2002, arguing that the holder of the office must meet a high standard given the Police’s role in law and order. He cited Supreme Court guidance in the Express Pearl case on public officers’ duties, discretion and accountability, and referred to findings against officials as examples relevant to police leadership. He rejected objections based on Standing Order 91(1) and sub judice, contrasting the present procedure with the impeachment of Chief Justice Shirani Bandaranayake, and said the NPP had previously pursued legal and public action on related concerns. He also referred to SC (FR) 107/2011, in which Deshbandu Tennakoon was fined Rs. 5 million, as further evidence supporting the case for removal.
- The Hon. Wasantha Samarasinghe JJB
AI summary Wasantha Samarasinghe made a brief reference to “Siddhalepa marketing.” No substantive argument, proposal, question, or policy position was presented in the provided excerpt.
Public Finance Full speech → - The Hon. Sunil Watagala, Attorney-at-Law - Deputy Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs JJB
AI summary Hon. Sunil Watagala criticized remarks by Hon. Namal Rajapaksa in Beruwala, alleging that past incidents such as the violence in Dharga Town and attacks on a Provincial Councillor’s farm reflected the fomenting of racism. He said the NPP would oppose falsehoods and narrow racist politics, asserting that such politics should not be allowed to derail the country.
- The Hon. Deputy Chairperson of Committees procedural
- The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna
AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna rose to raise a point of order. No substantive issue or argument was recorded in the provided excerpt.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Deputy Chairperson of Committees procedural
- The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna
AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised a point of order by citing Standing Order 91(f), asserting Members should not refer in motions or debates to matters under adjudication or awaiting judicial decision. He requested permission to make his point under the Standing Orders, emphasizing his procedural right to do so.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Deputy Chairperson of Committees procedural
- The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna
AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna rose on a point of order. No substantive argument, proposal, or question was presented in the recorded speech.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Deputy Chairperson of Committees procedural
- The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna
AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised a point of order and requested the Deputy Chairperson’s permission to be heard. No substantive policy issue, proposal, or legislative matter was stated in the excerpt.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Deputy Chairperson of Committees procedural
- The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna
AI summary A point of order was raised, and the Chair was asked to determine its admissibility. The intervention focused solely on whether the matter met the procedural requirements to be entertained under parliamentary rules.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Deputy Chairperson of Committees procedural
- The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna
AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna objected to the proceedings, stating that the handling of the matter was improper. He requested that he be asked to clarify his point before any further action or judgment was made.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Deputy Chairperson of Committees procedural
- The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna
AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised a procedural complaint that his microphone is being turned off when he attempts to speak in Parliament.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Deputy Chairperson of Committees procedural
- The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna
AI summary Dr. Ramanathan Archchuna briefly requested 20 seconds to speak, without making any substantive argument or policy proposal.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Deputy Chairperson of Committees procedural
- The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna
AI summary The Member questioned whether the Chair had determined that the debate could proceed without prejudice to a pending court case. He sought a direct yes-or-no ruling from the Deputy Chairperson on that procedural issue.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Deputy Chairperson of Committees procedural
- The Hon. Sivagnanam Shritharan ITAK
AI summary Sivagnanam Shritharan raised a procedural objection, asking the Chair to ensure order in the House before recognizing Members to speak. He complained that he had been waiting since the morning and that speaking opportunities due to the Opposition had been given to the Government side, requesting protection of his full seven-minute allocation.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Deputy Chairperson of Committees procedural
- The Hon. Sivagnanam Shritharan ITAK
AI summary Hon. Sivagnanam Shritharan stated that he would support the motion to remove IGP Deshbandu Tennakoon, linking it to concerns over police brutality, torture, judicial independence and equality before the law. He recounted his own detention and alleged torture in 1998 and criticised abuses under the PTA and by police and security authorities against Tamils. He also raised the Chemmani mass graves and the Krishanthi Kumaraswamy case, submitting related newspaper and letter material, and called for an international inquiry, including facilitating testimony by Somaratna Rajapakshe.
- The Hon. Deputy Chairperson of Committees procedural
- The Hon. Eranga Gunasekara JJB
AI summary Hon. Eranga Gunasekara supported the removal of Deshbandu Tennakoon, describing it as part of the Government’s anti-corruption mandate and saying other issues would be addressed in stages. He defended the restructuring of youth associations and the National Youth Services Council, stating that over 12,700 youth clubs had been formed through a defined grassroots electoral process using secret ballots and that the first National Youth Convention since 1993 had been held. He rejected allegations of politicisation, citing past examples where previous governments allegedly used the NYSC for party and electoral purposes, and said the current programme was intended to expand opportunities for village youth while addressing concerns through discussion.
- The Hon. Deputy Chairperson of Committees procedural
- The Hon. Rohitha Abeygunawardhana NDF
AI summary Hon. Rohitha Abeygunawardhana supported the debate on the motion to remove T.M.W. Deshbandu Tennakoon as IGP, noting that it was based on the 206-page final report of the committee appointed under the Removal of Officers (Procedure) Act, No. 5 of 2002. He described the process as unprecedented in his parliamentary experience and said it sends a message to public officers not to act for political ends. He cautioned against blaming the entire Police or public service for the actions of one officer, while stressing that officials in authority must guide officers properly to avoid future consequences.
- Hon. Rohitha Abeygunawardena NDF
AI summary Hon. Rohitha Abeygunawardena raised concerns about a police “B” Report relating to the arrest of Hon. Jagath Pinnagodage Withana’s son over a vehicle issue, questioning why the report named two Members of Parliament through family connections. He argued that some officials may be using investigations to target Opposition politicians or gain favour with the government, while emphasizing he was not commenting on matters before court. He urged the Minister in charge of Police to protect diligent public and police officers, punish misconduct, and avoid allowing law enforcement matters to be used for political propaganda.
- The Hon. Deputy Chairperson of Committees procedural
- The Hon. (Ms.) Lakmali Hemachandra, Attorney-at-Law JJB
AI summary Hon. Lakmali Hemachandra supported the motion to remove IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon, arguing that the Committee of Inquiry had addressed claims that the matter was sub judice and that the charges against him involved serious misconduct, including alleged abetment, conspiracy, and evasion of court. She cited the Supreme Court’s 14 December 2023 judgment concerning torture allegations against Tennakoon, including the “Siddhalepa” incident, and said the motion was necessary to address impunity in the Police. She criticized both the Rajapaksa-aligned Opposition for attempting to obstruct the debate and the SJB for not fully acknowledging the Government’s role in bringing the removal motion forward.
- The Hon. Deputy Chairperson of Committees procedural
- The Hon. G.G. Ponnambalam ACTC
AI summary G.G. Ponnambalam said the Tamil National People’s Front supports the motion to remove IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon, arguing that he functioned as a political agent and should not remain in office. He said Tennakoon’s case reflects a wider politicization of the State, but argued that successive governments have also used state institutions against Tamils, particularly through the police and military. Referring to the Chemmanni mass grave excavations, he alleged political interference by the Justice Ministry Secretary and intimidation by police presence near the site, and called for accountability through an international criminal investigation, noting Sri Lanka’s non-accession to the Rome Statute.
- The Hon. Deputy Chairperson of Committees procedural
- The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake — Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation and Leader of the House of Parliament
AI summary Minister Bimal Rathnayake said the Government is facilitating court-supervised investigations into mass graves, including Chemmanni, and has asked the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights to consider accrediting a Sri Lankan laboratory for carbon dating. He argued that the present Government is moving away from communal politics and criticized the Rajapaksas, the SJB and others over past violence and the appointment of Deshabandu Tennakoon as IGP. Referring to the motion under the Removal of Officers (Procedure) Act, No. 5 of 2002, he said Parliament had followed the required legal and Standing Order procedures, rejected claims of sub judice, and urged Members to vote against Deshabandu before the Speaker notifies the President if the motion is passed.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Sunil Handunnetti JJB
AI summary Hon. Sunil Handunnetti proposed that Hon. (Prof.) Sena Nanayakkara take the Chair during the committee proceedings. The motion was agreed to, after which the Deputy Chairperson of Committees left the Chair and Hon. (Prof.) Sena Nanayakkara presided.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law SJB
AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara said he supported removing Deshabandu Tennakoon but argued that Parliament must follow proper procedure and consider pending Supreme Court cases and sub judice concerns. He questioned the fairness of related accountability over the Easter attacks, arguing that officials who gave, received, or failed to act on intelligence were being treated inconsistently. He also alleged that new Public Safety Committee arrangements politicize local policing structures, and raised concerns that agreements with India are being withheld from public access despite assurances under the Right to Information framework.
- The Hon. Ananda Wijepala JJB
AI summary Ananda Wijepala rejected claims that Public Safety Committees had been politicized, stating that their secretary is the local Grama Niladhari, the chair is a respected community member, and the convener is the Community Police officer, with no politicians included. He said the cited criticism relied on a selective reading of a circular and argued that facilitation by the Divisional Secretary or Development Committee Chair does not amount to political interference.
- The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law SJB
AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara asked the Minister to clarify who the “Division Officer” referred to in the relevant provision is and who is responsible for appointing that officer.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Ananda Wijepala JJB
AI summary Ananda Wijepala rejected claims of politicization in the appointment of Division Officers, stating that appointments are made by the Police and should be understood in line with the relevant circular. He said the system is community-based and includes required representation for women and youth, each at 25 per cent, and cautioned against misleading public interpretations.
- The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law SJB
AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara objected to the creation of police committees operating under the direction of the Chair of the Development Committee. He argued that such arrangements, including appointments such as “Division Officer,” were unprecedented and improper.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Chandana Sooriyaarachchi JJB
AI summary Hon. Chandana Sooriyaarachchi argued that action against Deshabandu Tennakoon should address not only the individual allegations but also the political culture that enabled misuse of public office. He cited the Removal of Officers (Procedure) Act, No. 5 of 2002, referring to charges of misconduct and gross abuse of office, and linked the matter to broader concerns about politicization of the Police and past abuses under previous administrations. He rejected claims that Public Safety Committees are being politicized, stating that their structure follows the relevant circular, and said the Government would protect honest public servants while taking decisions on alleged wrongdoing.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake NDF
AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake argued that the motion to remove IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon reflects inconsistent and selective standards, claiming that others allegedly connected to the W15 Hotel incident and past bribery or misconduct cases have not been treated equally. He warned police and security officials that political protection changes with governments, and questioned fairness in disciplinary action, military command appointments and extensions, and the imprisonment of a former Navy Commander. He also raised allegations of unequal enforcement over encroachments on the Anuradhapura tank reserves, demanding that government buildings and politically connected individuals be treated the same as poor residents if removals are carried out.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Wasantha Samarasinghe JJB
AI summary Wasantha Samarasinghe responded to a claim made by Chamara Sampath regarding veteran artist Mahinda Pathirage, stating that the remarks were false. He clarified that the house and family-owned land in question belonged to Pathirage, located near Tissa Wewa road, and urged Members to use Parliament to present facts rather than make inaccurate allegations.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake NDF
AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake requested time to respond to Hon. Wasantha Samarasinghe and referred to a recent fire near the Heritage Hotel at Pothanagama junction in Anuradhapura. He urged Samarasinghe to visit the location and proposed that they debate the matter in Parliament the following week.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Muneer Mulaffer — Deputy Minister of National Integration
AI summary The Deputy Minister argued that alleged misconduct by a senior police official undermined public trust and showed the need to prevent State officials from acting improperly under political influence. He linked the issue to events during the Aragalaya, including attacks on protesters and subsequent public violence, and said past political practices had placed officials in damaging positions. He rejected allegations that the Government was continuing practices such as misuse of official vehicles or patronage appointments, and cited action against Presidential Security Division officers as evidence that wrongdoing was now being addressed through proper procedures.
- The Hon. Speaker procedural
- The Hon. Thurairasa Ravikaran ITAK
AI summary Hon. Thurairasa Ravikaran argued that the Government acts swiftly on investigations when there is political pressure, citing the committee report on allegations against former IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon, but has failed to apply similar urgency to alleged violence against Tamils, including massacres, disappearances and wartime atrocities. He questioned when investigations and justice would be delivered for these issues and called for the same transparency and immediacy shown in the IGP case. Referring to remarks by Deputy IGP Gunandavadu Nishantha de Soysa on the Weligama Sergeant Uppul murder inquiry, he argued that alleged perpetrators or their institutions should not investigate themselves and rejected state-led inquiries into alleged abuses by successive governments.
Corruption & Governance ReformJustice & Human RightsEthnic Reconciliation & Devolution Full speech → - Mr. Speaker procedural
- The Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper, PC SJB
AI summary M. Nizam Kariapper objected that his allotted speaking time had been reduced from seven minutes to three minutes, questioning how and why the change was made and whether the time had been taken from the Opposition. He declined to proceed with his speech in protest.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - Mr. Speaker procedural
- The Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper, PC SJB
AI summary M. Nizam Kariapper, PC, objected to a point made in the Chamber and questioned the basis for it, asking from which period or person’s tenure the matter being discussed was taken. The intervention was brief and procedural in nature, seeking clarification or correction rather than presenting a substantive policy argument.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB
AI summary The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake requested that the vote be taken at 4.00 p.m. He noted that when Government and Opposition speakers exceed their allotted speaking time, it reduces the time available for Members scheduled to speak later.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper, PC SJB
AI summary Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper requested that he be allowed five minutes to speak. No substantive policy position, proposal, or question was raised in the excerpt.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB
AI summary Hon. Bimal Rathnayake stated that he did not have authority to take the requested action. He noted that the vote needed to be taken at 4.00 p.m., addressing the Speaker on the timing of proceedings.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - Mr. Speaker procedural
- The Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper, PC SJB
AI summary M. Nizam Kariapper stated that he would conclude his remarks within five minutes.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - Mr. Speaker procedural
- The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB
AI summary Hon. Bimal Rathnayake raised a procedural concern about whether the sitting time was being extended, noting that such a change would affect other scheduled business. He said arrangements had been made, including withdrawing Minister Chandana Abeyratne’s scheduled speech, to enable a vote at 4.00 p.m., and emphasized the need for time management.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper, PC SJB
AI summary Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper, PC objected to an action or decision as being unfair. No further context, proposal, or specific issue was provided in the available speech text.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB
AI summary Bimal Rathnayake acknowledged the Speaker’s authority but raised a procedural concern that extending the allotted time would create difficulties for Members.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper, PC SJB
AI summary Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper, PC, requested that he be given five minutes to speak. No substantive policy issue, proposal, or question was raised in the recorded statement.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - Mr. Speaker procedural
- The Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper, PC SJB
AI summary Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper stated that the resolution to remove IGP T.M.W. Deshabandu Tennakoon was widely supported in Parliament and across the country, with multiple charges found proved against him. He questioned claims that the day was “historic,” arguing that the removal itself was not historic, and indicated that another important matter required emphasis despite limited speaking time.
- Mr. Speaker procedural
- The Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper, PC SJB
AI summary M. Nizam Kariapper objected to a matter before the House, stating that it was “very unfair.” The intervention was brief and did not specify the issue or propose a remedy.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - Mr. Speaker procedural
- The Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper, PC SJB
AI summary Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper, PC, objected to the manner in which his intervention was being handled and said he would not spend time arguing on that point. He raised the issue of how officials exercise vested powers in ways that may affect future criminal liability, referring to an observation by Justice Malalgoda of the Supreme Court and to a judgment connected with the X-Press Pearl case. He indicated that there were three matters to consider when exercising such powers to avoid evading future criminal liability, but the extract ends before those points are stated.
Justice & Human Rights Full speech → - Mr. Speaker procedural
- The Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper, PC SJB
AI summary Hon. M. Nizam Kariapper stated that administrative and law enforcement powers should be exercised transparently, independently, and in the public interest. He argued that such conditions would enable senior officials to perform their duties efficiently.
Corruption & Governance Reform Full speech → - Mr. Speaker procedural
- The Hon. Mahinda Jayasinghe - Deputy Minister of Labour JJB
AI summary The Deputy Minister described the 206-page report and related debate as historic, arguing that it documents the politicization of the Police and the consequences faced by officers who followed unlawful orders. He cited testimony from police and military personnel and said the report clarifies the legality of actions taken, including political influence over OIC appointments in most police stations. He maintained that the Government’s process complied with the Removal of Officers (Procedure) Act, No. 5 of 2002, and rejected opposition attempts to challenge or halt the debate.
- Mr. Speaker procedural
- The Hon. Mahinda Jayasinghe JJB
AI summary Mahinda Jayasinghe argued that if the Opposition opposes unlawful acts, it should not withhold its vote on the matter before the House. He stated that the Government had demonstrated its approach through action rather than words.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - Mr. Speaker procedural
- Mr. Speaker procedural
- Mr. Speaker procedural
- Mr. Speaker procedural
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