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Sitting of Friday, 22 August 2025

10th Parliament· 9 debates· 158 speeches· 54 speakers

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  6. 6 Oral question Oral Questions (Second Round and Standing Order 27(2) Questions) 15 speeches
    • The Hon. Speaker procedural
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    • The Hon. Gayantha Karunathilleka (on behalf of the Hon. W.H.M. Dharmasena) SJB

      AI summary Asked the Minister of Plantation and Community Infrastructure to provide details on State plantation company lands in Monaragala District, including the extent held by each company and any sub-leased lands with the names of sub-lessees. He also requested year-by-year figures from 2015 onward on tax revenue from such sub-leases and information on measures to ensure proper collection of that revenue.

      Land & Housing Full speech →
    • The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB

      AI summary On behalf of the Minister of Plantation and Community Infrastructure, Bimal Rathnayake tabled a written answer on plantation lands in Monaragala District. The answer stated that Kurunegala, Elkaduwa and Puttalam Plantation Companies manage no lands there, while 1,754.02 hectares have been leased by JEDB and SLSPC to Hapugastenne and Namunukula Plantation Companies. It further stated that no portions of those Monaragala lands have been sub-leased, making the remaining sub-questions not applicable.

      Agriculture Full speech →
    • The Hon. Chanaka Madugoda SLPP

      AI summary Hon. Chanaka Madugoda asked the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation about delays in issuing freehold deeds under the “Urumaya” Programme to landowners who had handed over land permits, grants and deeds to the Government. He sought clarification on whether the Government accepts that no action has been taken, what steps have been taken to establish entitlement, whether there is a timeframe for completing the process, and how affected individuals can obtain updates on the status of their documents.

      Land & HousingAgriculture Full speech →
    • The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB

      AI summary On behalf of the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation, Bimal Rathnayake tabled an answer on the “Urumaya” Programme, stating that it began in 2024 and was reviewed by an expert committee appointed under a Cabinet decision of 24 February 2025. The committee’s recommendations were submitted to Cabinet on 11 July 2025 and approved on 21 July 2025, after which the programme will continue as a regular initiative rather than an emergency measure. The answer also noted that about 3,800 prepared free grant deeds are being readied for issue, and further information may be obtained from Divisional Secretaries or the Land Commissioner General.

      Land & Housing Full speech →
    • The Hon. Gayantha Karunathilleka (on behalf of the Hon. Suranga Rathnayaka) SJB

      AI summary Gayantha Karunathilleka, on behalf of Suranga Rathnayaka, asked the Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education to inform Parliament of the outcomes of the President’s recent official visit to Germany. The question sought details on the benefits accrued to Sri Lanka, the total expenditure incurred, and the names of any Heads of State who met the President during the visit, or reasons if the information could not be provided.

      Foreign Affairs Full speech →
    • The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB

      AI summary On behalf of the Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, Bimal Rathnayake tabled a written answer on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s official visit to Germany from 11 to 13 June 2025. The answer stated that the visit sought to strengthen bilateral and EU-related economic ties, promote investment, tourism, vocational training and cooperation in sectors including renewable energy, IT, logistics and hospitality, with meetings held with German political leaders and business bodies. It reported investor interest and possible expansion by German companies in Sri Lanka, and placed the visit expenditure at Rs. 2,533,748.91 with an annexure in the Library.

      EducationForeign AffairsInfrastructure Full speech →
    • The Hon. (Mrs.) Thushari Jayasingha, Attorney-at-Law (on behalf of the (Dr.) (Ms.) Kaushalya Ariyarathne) JJB

      AI summary Asked the Minister of Defence whether the Government is aware that many retired Tri-Forces and Police personnel work in private security services, and whether they receive fair wages, adequate facilities, training, and recognition. She also requested information on whether a regulatory mechanism exists for private security services, or what steps are being taken to establish one if it does not.

      EmploymentLaw & Order Full speech →
    • The Hon. Major General (Rtd.) Aruna Jayasekera - Deputy Minister of Defence JJB

      AI summary On behalf of the Minister of Defence, Major General (Rtd.) Aruna Jayasekera tabled a response stating that wages, training and recognition of private security agency employees are outside the Defence Ministry’s purview, with wages governed by Labour Commissioner regulations. He noted that private security agencies are registered under the Regulation of Private Security Agencies Act, No. 45 of 1999, and that a Defence Ministry-chaired committee with relevant institutions and industry representatives is further studying the sector.

      Security & Defence Full speech →
    • The Hon. Speaker procedural
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    • The Hon. Ravi Karunanayake NDF

      AI summary Hon. Ravi Karunanayake cited reports of high emigration among State university graduates and argued that graduates educated with public funds should either serve Sri Lanka for a minimum period or repay the cost if they leave without fulfilling service obligations. He presented a draft bill on the issue and asked the Prime Minister and Minister of Education to provide data on graduate departures, public education costs, bond breaches, recoveries, and monitoring mechanisms over the past decade. He also called for reforms to make repayment enforceable, including through foreign missions, and for an annual public report on graduate migration, bond compliance and cost recovery.

      EducationPublic Finance Full speech →
    • The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB

      AI summary On behalf of the Prime Minister, Bimal Rathnayake requested two weeks to provide the relevant answers to Parliament.

      Parliamentary Procedure Full speech →
    • The Hon. Speaker procedural
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    • The Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan DTNA

      AI summary Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan raised a Standing Order 27(2) question to the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation on shortages of grazing land affecting livestock farmers in Mannar, Mullaitivu, Vavuniya and Kilinochchi. He said traditional grazing areas remain under military control or otherwise inaccessible, while delays in releasing State lands, water scarcity, inadequate veterinary services and limited pasture facilities have worsened conditions. He asked what steps would be taken to allocate grazing lands, manage pastures, improve veterinary and technical support, release unused State or military-controlled land, and develop pasture and water-source projects.

      AgricultureLand & Housing Full speech →
    • The Hon. (Dr.) Susil Ranasinghe - Deputy Minister of Land and Irrigation JJB

      AI summary In response to a question on grazing land in the Vanni District, the Deputy Minister said District Development Committees are coordinating with the Forest Department and Department of Wildlife Conservation to allocate suitable forest lands to livestock farmers once formally released. He stated that these lands, along with unused or underutilized State lands where needed, would be managed under departmental guidelines, with technical support from animal production and veterinary authorities and plans to rehabilitate or establish water sources.

      AgricultureLand & HousingEnvironment Full speech →