Sitting of Tuesday, 11 November 2025
Source: Hansard PDF (parliament.lk) ↗ ·No. 22786 ·English daily/uncorrected Hansard
Order of business
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- 1 Opening Parliament Opening and Announcements 1 speeches
- 2 Papers Papers: Sri Lanka Standards Council and Institution Reports 2 speeches
- 3 Petitions Petitions: Five Citizens' Petitions Presented 5 speeches
- 4 Procedural Procedural Matters: Chief Opposition Whip, Points of Order 9 speeches
- 5 Oral question Oral Question: Personnel Recruited to Tri-Forces under Direct Entry (Q.1119/2025) 6 speeches
- 6 Oral question Oral Question: Land Plots at Industrial Park in Poonthottam (Q.1315/2025) 7 speeches
- 7 Procedural Procedural Matters: Points of Order and Ministerial Clarifications 10 speeches
- 8 Procedural Procedural Matters: Points of Order and Privilege Issues 23 speeches
- 9 Oral question Oral Question: Affected Persons Due to Construction of Broadlands Hydropower Plant (Q.1404/2025) 8 speeches
- 10 Oral question Oral Question: Sri Lanka Transport Board - Purchasing Spare Parts (Q.1428/2025) 6 speeches
- 11 Oral question Oral Question: Banks and Financial Institutions in Northern and Eastern Provinces (Q.1182/2025) 3 speeches
- 12 Procedural Procedural: Question by Private Notice - Financial Bankruptcy Declaration (SO 27(2)) 13 speeches
- 13 Procedural Ministerial Statements: Debt Sustainability and SVAT Impact 7 speeches
- 14 Debate Debate: Second Reading of 2026 Budget Bill (Day 3, Morning) 13 speeches
- 15 Procedural Procedural: Sitting Suspended for Lunch 1 speeches
- 16 Debate Debate: Second Reading of 2026 Budget Bill (Day 3, Afternoon/Evening) 81 speeches
- Mr. Deputy Speaker procedural
- Hon. Namal Rajapaksa, Attorney-at-Law SLPP
AI summary Hon. Namal Rajapaksa criticised the Budget as overly long and largely undelivered from the previous year, arguing that it imposes regressive taxation on poorer citizens and small businesses while giving relief to wealthier interests. He questioned the Government’s claimed fiscal surplus, asking why it was not being used for farmers, fishers, hospitals, electricity relief, fertilizer, and MSME support, and criticised the lowering of VAT/SSCL registration thresholds and proposed vehicle purchases. He also accused the Government of previously opposing infrastructure projects such as expressways, Marine Drive and Port City, while now adopting similar policies, and called on it to deliver results, protect people, honour promises, and address IMF-related taxation concerns.
- The Hon. Deputy Speaker procedural
- The Hon. (Prof.) Chrishantha Abeysena - Minister of Science and Technology JJB
AI summary Hon. (Prof.) Chrishantha Abeysena moved that Hon. (Prof.) Sena Nanayakkara take the Chair. The motion was agreed to, after which the Deputy Speaker left the Chair and Hon. (Prof.) Nanayakkara assumed the Chair.
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- The Hon. Shanta Padma Kumara Subasingha JJB
AI summary The Hon. Shanta Padma Kumara Subasingha rose on a point of order. No substantive argument, proposal, or question was recorded in the provided excerpt.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. (Ms.) Lakmali Hemachandra, Attorney-at-Law JJB
AI summary Hon. Lakmali Hemachandra informed the House that the Presiding Member, Hon. Shanta Padma Kumara Subasingha, had requested to raise a point of order.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Shanta Padma Kumara Subasingha JJB
AI summary Shanta Padma Kumara Subasingha objected to a statement made by Namal Rajapaksa, alleging that it misled Parliament and the public. He began to raise a point concerning public tax money, indicating an issue related to the use or representation of state funds, but the excerpt does not include the full argument or any specific demand.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Shanta Padma Kumara Subasingha JJB
AI summary Hon. Shanta Padma Kumara Subasingha asserted that another Member was misleading the House. No further substantive policy point, proposal, or procedural request was made in the quoted speech.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. (Ms.) Lakmali Hemachandra, Attorney-at-Law JJB
AI summary Hon. Lakmali Hemachandra defended the Government’s second Budget, arguing that its first year prioritized macroeconomic stability, fiscal discipline, and recovery after the 2022 bankruptcy. She cited increases in exports, remittances, tourism earnings, the primary balance, and a Treasury buffer as evidence of improved management, while rejecting Opposition claims that these were previously planned policies. She argued that past UNP/SLFP-aligned governments failed to deliver necessary development and said measures such as Digital ID and digitization must now be implemented as part of strengthening productive capacity.
Public Finance Full speech → - The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Thilina Samarakoon JJB
AI summary Hon. Thilina Samarakoon supported the 2026 Budget, arguing that macroeconomic indicators had improved, including a stabilized rupee, higher exports, stronger tourism, increased reserves, and revenue gains through tax-base expansion rather than rate increases. He outlined Budget measures on education, student support, estate-sector schools, vocational and renewable energy training, public service pensions, concessional housing loans, and estate worker allowances. He also defended provisions for Government vehicle use and urged attention to vehicle shortages in field-level public offices and to issues such as human-elephant conflict.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Rohitha Abeygunawardhana NDF
AI summary Hon. Rohitha Abeygunawardhana argued during the 2026 Budget debate that the Government’s 2025 Budget implementation was weak, citing claims that less than half of allocations were spent and attributing this to public officials’ fear of making decisions. He said rising living costs and protests by farmers, teachers, graduates, fisherfolk, and three-wheeler drivers indicate public dissatisfaction, and warned that recent cooperative election losses are an early sign of declining government support. He stated the Opposition would support genuine development initiatives such as Colombo congestion relief projects and Port City investment, but questioned whether the Government genuinely intends to hold Provincial Council elections without clear budgetary allocations.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. (Prof.) Chrishantha Abeysena - Minister of Science and Technology JJB
AI summary Minister Chrishantha Abeysena defended the Government’s second Budget, arguing that it had restored fiscal and political stability, rebuilt reserves and cash balances, broadened the tax base, and prioritized macroeconomic discipline before expanding relief. He highlighted allocations for research commercialization, Vidatha resource centres, ICT, industrial zones, and village-level economic development, while stating that public service recruitment would proceed in a phased, needs-based manner. He said public sector salaries had been increased and would rise further through allocations extending to 2027, and rejected claims that vehicle allocations were for luxury use by MPs, stating they were for official duties and service delivery needs.
- The Hon. Chithral Fernando, Attorney-at-Law SJB
AI summary Asked why the Member is not taking their parliamentary salary.
Public Finance Full speech → - The Hon. (Prof.) Chrishantha Abeysena - Minister of Science and Technology JJB
AI summary The Minister rejected allegations of misuse of official vehicles, stating that government vehicles are for official duties and that past administrations misused State vehicles and fuel. He noted that some officials receive both vehicle permits and official vehicles, and referred to the medical sector’s DAT allowance, now Rs. 35,000, as an example of attention to public servants’ concerns. He said the Government’s priority is to strengthen the economy before expanding benefits, rather than distributing cash indiscriminately.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake JJB
AI summary Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake defended the 2026 Budget, rejecting Opposition criticism on under-spending of 2025 allocations and stating that execution was expected to reach 85–90 percent by year-end. He outlined the Budget’s revenue, expenditure and deficit figures, highlighted major allocations to education, health, transport, national security and the public service, and argued that fiscal management and import controls had helped preserve reserves and stability. He said the Budget would strengthen the public service through salary increases, pension changes, recruitment and vehicle allocations for official duties, including for divisional administrations and wildlife response to human–elephant conflict. He also stated that the Government did not intend to revive past practices around duty-free vehicle permits for MPs.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Chithral Fernando, Attorney-at-Law SJB
AI summary Condemning the terrorist attack near Delhi’s Red Fort, Chithral Fernando criticized the Budget Speech as lengthy but inconsistent with fiscal documents. He questioned increased allocations to the Presidency, alleged reductions affecting CIABOC, Provincial Council elections, health spending, and youth agriculture loan programmes, and cited mid-year fiscal and committee figures to argue that claims of SOE efficiency, anti-corruption empowerment, election preparedness, medical supply improvements, and youth support were not supported by actual allocations or implementation. He accepted improved revenue collection but argued that the Government’s broader budget rhetoric should align with reported expenditure and performance data.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Chithral Fernando, Attorney-at-Law SJB
AI summary Chithral Fernando questioned the Government’s record on law reform, noting that several Bills listed in the previous Budget had not been enacted and arguing that new legislative commitments should not be presented as assured. He also criticised the addition of Rs. 20 billion to the “Prajashakthi” programme after the Appropriation Bill, stating that such a large increase exceeded accepted budgetary practice and raised concerns about possible political use at village level.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Chithral Fernando, Attorney-at-Law SJB
AI summary Chithral Fernando questioned the Government’s rationale for a large financial or policy addition, comparing it to measures taken under Basil Rajapaksa’s “Divi Neguma” programme. He requested an explanation from Government economists and urged that international practice be considered before proceeding.
- The Hon. Upul Kithsiri JJB
AI summary Upul Kithsiri defended the Government’s Budget and economic management, rejecting Opposition predictions that the administration would collapse, the rupee would depreciate sharply, or shortages and queues would return. He cited reductions in fuel, electricity, and selected essential goods prices since 2024, and said the exchange rate had remained broadly stable. He also supported the proposed wage increase for estate workers, arguing that their current earnings are insufficient, and said the 2026 Budget is guided by goals including sustainable inclusive growth, export diversification, and debt sustainability.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Wasantha Samarasinghe JJB
AI summary Hon. Wasantha Samarasinghe moved that Hon. Mrs. Sagarika Athauda take the Chair. The House agreed to the motion, after which Hon. (Prof.) Sena Nanayakkara left the Chair and Hon. Mrs. Sagarika Athauda assumed it.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Hansaka Wijemuni - Deputy Minister of Health JJB
AI summary Deputy Minister of Health Hansaka Wijemuni defended the Budget as a reinvestment of recent economic gains, highlighting Rs. 543.1 billion for health-related spending, including Rs. 516.7 billion for the Ministry of Health. He outlined planned reforms to make hospitals more accessible, complete delayed infrastructure, expand digitization, address medicine shortages through Rs. 34 billion in decentralized purchases, and replace or repair ageing medical equipment with new allocations and service contracts. He also said health worker salaries, allowances, overtime arrears, and other entitlements were being improved in stages, framing the measures as part of strengthening essential services and citizens’ access to a dignified life.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. M.S. Abthul Wazeeth SLMC
AI summary Hon. M.S. Abthul Wazeeth commended the President’s anti-narcotics initiative and urged amendments to the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, No. 5 of 2006, to establish a special commission aimed at disrupting drug networks, supporting rehabilitation, and coordinating prevention efforts, alongside action against illicit liquor breweries. He highlighted Kabaddi achievements by schools and clubs in Nintavur and requested a national-level Kabaddi ground for the Nintavur Divisional Secretariat Division. He also raised concerns about Special Task Force promotions, stating that many eligible STF officers had not been promoted to Chief Police Inspector despite vacancies and long service.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. K.D. Lal Kantha - Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation JJB
AI summary Minister K.D. Lal Kantha said the Government had intervened to address marketing and pricing problems arising from increased potato and big onion production, including Sathosa purchases, import duties, and plans to set next season farmgate guaranteed prices of Rs. 150 per kilo for big onions and Rs. 220–240 for potatoes. He argued that consumer prices may need to reflect these farmer support prices, while targeted adjustments would be needed for those unable to afford them. He also linked agricultural problem-solving to strengthening the public service, citing salary increases, proposed recruitment of 75,000 public servants, recent appointments in surveying and GIS, and a Cabinet-approved plan to regularize 9,800 long-term casual workers in ministry institutions.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. K.D. Lal Kantha JJB
AI summary Hon. K.D. Lal Kantha moved that Hon. Chanaka Madugoda take the Chair. The motion was agreed to, after which Hon. (Mrs.) Sagarika Athauda left the Chair and Hon. Chanaka Madugoda assumed it.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. (Prof.) A.H.M.H. Abayarathna - Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government JJB
AI summary The Minister defended the 2026 Budget, arguing that the Government had stabilized the economy through exchange-rate management and improved market performance. He rejected claims that funds were for MPs’ vehicles, stating that allocations were for vehicles and machinery needed by public institutions and local authorities, and outlined public service recruitments to address officer shortages across key services. He also highlighted increased Mahapola and scholarship allowances, provincial allocations for school nutrition, maintenance, operations, and development grants, and said provinces were expected to reach high levels of financial progress by December.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. K. Sujith Sanjaya Perera SJB
AI summary Hon. K. Sujith Sanjaya Perera argued that many 2025 Budget proposals and capital allocations had not been implemented and urged the Government to ensure that the 2026 Budget’s development measures are actually delivered. He rejected claims that the Government inherited an unresolved crisis, citing the previous administration’s restoration of fuel, gas and power supplies and improved reserves, and said the Budget lacks concrete delivery on promises such as VAT relief, education funding, and agricultural revival. He criticized inadequate planning for potato and onion farmers, called for timely import controls and fair pricing, and urged fertilizer and input tax relief to support tea smallholders. He also questioned the practicality of proposed estate wage increases and attendance allowances, asking the Government to negotiate an enforceable framework with plantation companies.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Kanthasamy Prabu JJB
AI summary Hon. Kanthasamy Prabu defended the government’s budgetary and economic management, contrasting it with previous budgets which he said contributed to bankruptcy, corruption and the “queue era.” He said the current administration had improved transparency, controlled expenditure, strengthened revenue institutions, restored foreign confidence, increased tourism and investment, and advanced anti-corruption action. He highlighted Batticaloa District development, stating that most 2025 projects were completed and noting 2026 allocations for the Mundeni Aru irrigation scheme, the Ponnudaisenai–Kiran bridge studies, Valaichchenai harbour upgrades, and measures addressing human–elephant conflict. He also requested the release of the Thandiyadi Heroes’ Resting Place for public remembrance during the Tamil month of Karthigai.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. T.B. Sarath – Deputy Minister of Housing, Construction and Water Supply
AI summary Deputy Minister T.B. Sarath rejected Opposition claims that the Budget introduced new taxes, arguing that higher revenue comes from broader and more effective collection, including reduced tax evasion and leakage at institutions such as Customs. He detailed housing allocations, including Rs. 1 million per house for 7,000 homes, 2,500 estate housing units, urban regeneration and low-income housing in Colombo, and 2,445 houses for conflict-affected families in the North and East at Rs. 1.5 million each. He contrasted these plans with what he described as poor implementation of housing schemes from 2015–2019 and said the Government aims to complete housing for displaced families in the Jaffna peninsula within three to four years. He also defended increased allocations under the President’s Head as funding for programmes such as Clean Sri Lanka, the Digital Economy, and Praja Shakthi.
- The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna
AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised a point of order. No substantive policy argument, proposal, or question was presented in the excerpt.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna
AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna acknowledged the reference to his name and welcomed the proposal to build 2,445 houses, noting that it had been discussed at Committee level. He urged the Fisheries Minister and the District Coordinating Committee Chairman to ensure proper implementation, stating that he had pursued the matter for about a year.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Hesha Withanage Ankumbura Arachchi SJB
AI summary Hon. Hesha Withanage criticized the 2026 Budget, arguing that the Government has departed from earlier JVP/NPP promises on debt, transparency, official privileges, salaries, and anti-corruption. He questioned how debt repayments would be managed after current IMF, World Bank and ADB inflows, and asked what investment or export diversification plans would generate future revenue. He raised allegations and concerns over salt procurement, rice imports, the release of 323 containers, narcotics-related accountability, and the proposed procurement of 1,700 vehicles, calling for transparent action and withdrawal of the vehicle proposal if unnecessary. He also accused the Government of using northern development politically and contrasted its housing claims with projects initiated under Sajith Premadasa, including an Indian-assisted housing scheme in Rakwana.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law – Minister of Justice and National Integration JJB
AI summary A procedural motion was moved proposing that Hon. Thushari Jayasingha take the Chair. The House agreed to the motion, after which Hon. Chanaka Madugoda left the Chair and Hon. Thushari Jayasingha assumed the Chair.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. R.M. Samantha Ranasinghe JJB
AI summary Hon. R.M. Samantha Ranasinghe defended the National People’s Power government’s second Budget, stating it continues the policy programme “A Prosperous Country – A Beautiful Life” and builds on the first Budget’s efforts to stabilize and rebuild the economy. He rejected Opposition criticisms as misinformed and argued that the government had made progress in economic, administrative, and diplomatic areas within eight months. He highlighted Budget proposals to strengthen the public service, including restoring pensions for post-2016 recruits, recruiting 75,000 staff on merit, digitizing administration, and establishing a Salaries and Pensions Commission. He said implementation would be driven through Cabinet, Parliament, coordinating committees, and the 14,022 Grama Niladhari divisions by 31 December 2026.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Arun Hemachandra – Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism
AI summary Acting Minister Arun Hemachandra said the Budget reflects recovery after bankruptcy and argued that restoring fiscal discipline and strengthening the public service are essential. He opposed reintroducing transferable duty-free vehicle permits, citing major revenue losses and ethical concerns, and supported a system where official vehicles remain state assets and return to a pool after use. He rejected claims of low education funding, stating allocations have risen to 2.5 per cent of GDP for 2026 with an aim to reach 6 per cent over time, and defended government support for plantation sector wage increases as fair recognition of that community’s economic contribution.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. K. Kader Masthan SLLP
AI summary K. Kader Masthan supported the 2026 Budget as a continuation of economic stabilization measures and welcomed its focus on social justice, regional balance, digital governance, and assistance to vulnerable groups, while stressing that implementation must reach war-affected areas in the North and East. He called for vocational training centres in Vavuniya and Mannar, fairer agricultural policies, stronger use of cooperatives, employment pathways for graduates, land and tourism reforms, and proper delivery of Aswesuma benefits. He urged the Government to release seized Tamil translations of the Holy Qur’an, arguing that the import restriction is outdated given digital access to translations and raises fundamental rights concerns. He also requested relocation of proposed Mannar wind power towers outside the island, clarity on funding for the Puttalam–Mannar road via Ilavankulam, and consultation with Puttalam residents before proceeding with the Aruwakkalu waste project.
- The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna
AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised a point of order, stating that his name had not been mentioned. He indicated his intention to raise a matter of privilege.
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- The Hon. Arun Hemachandra JJB
AI summary Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs Arun Hemachandra stated that he wished to clarify matters relating to the Qur’an translation issue. He referred to a recent interview in which the Secretary of the All Ceylon Jamiyyathul Ulama had explained the matter.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Arun Hemachandra JJB
AI summary Arun Hemachandra raised concerns about the quality of certain translations, stating that they contain serious shortcomings such as missing or inadequate footnotes and references. He indicated that these deficiencies affect the accuracy and reliability of the translated material and require attention.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna
AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna rose to raise a point of order. No substantive argument, proposal, or question was recorded in the excerpt provided.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna
AI summary Citing Standing Order 92(2)(b), Dr. Ramanathan Archchuna argued that only a Member whose name is called or a Minister may raise a point of order, and that a Deputy Minister is not entitled to do so. He objected to the Chair first allowing the Deputy Minister to speak and then asking him to stop, describing the procedure as improper.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Kumara Jayakody – Minister of Energy
AI summary Minister Kumara Jayakody outlined the 2026 Budget figures, including total expenditure of Rs. 7,102 billion, expected revenue of Rs. 5,355 billion, a deficit of Rs. 1,757 billion, and a proposed borrowing limit of Rs. 3,740 billion. He argued that the Budget advances the Government’s policy roadmap through six strategic goals covering inclusive growth, export diversification, debt sustainability, productive-sector support, poverty eradication, and digitalization. He highlighted energy transmission projects, investor facilitation through National Single Windows, MSME and domestic production support, reform of Aswesuma dependency, expanded e-procurement and cashless payments, and development of digital infrastructure including communications towers and data centres.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. (Prof.) A.-H.M.H. Abayarathna
AI summary Hon. (Prof.) A.-H.M.H. Abayarathna moved that Hon. Sanjeewa Ranasinghe take the Chair. The House agreed to the motion, after which Hon. (Mrs.) Thushari Jayasingha vacated the Chair and Hon. Sanjeewa Ranasinghe assumed it.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Ajantha Gammeddage JJB
AI summary Hon. Ajantha Gammeddage defended the Government’s second Budget, contrasting it with the former Wickremesinghe administration, which he accused of excessive taxation, spending on MP compensation, foreign travel, and large upward revisions to borrowing limits. He said the Budget sets six strategic goals, including targeting 7 per cent growth, export diversification, debt sustainability, and monitored development and relief programmes from January 2026. He also highlighted the proposed wage support for estate workers, with contributions from both the Government and estate companies, as a targeted intervention tied to productivity improvements.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. Gamagedara Dissanayake JJB
AI summary Gamagedara Dissanayake defended the Budget as fiscally disciplined and goal-oriented, arguing that Opposition criticism reflected political disappointment rather than substantive analysis. He highlighted measures for the estate sector, particularly the Rs. 1,750 daily wage supported by a government contribution of Rs. 200, and called on the SJB to clarify whether it opposes that support. He also rejected claims that there would be no public sector recruitment, stating that around 70,000 merit- and needs-based stable jobs are planned for the following year.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. M.S. Uthumalebbe SLMC
AI summary Hon. M.S. Uthumalebbe said the 2025 Budget allocations had not met expectations in the Eastern Province and noted that promised Indian-assisted development projects there had not commenced nearly a year later. He tabled expenditure data up to 30 September 2025 showing substantial underutilisation of allocations across several ministries and special expenditure heads, with spending rates ranging from 39 to 67 per cent in the examples cited. He urged Parliament and the Government to examine why allocated funds remained unspent despite public needs being raised by representatives.
- The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. M.S. Uthumalebbe SLMC
AI summary M.S. Uthumalebbe requested that the Presiding Member allow him to use the full 15 minutes allotted for his speech.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Presiding Member procedural
- The Hon. M.S. Uthumalebbe SLMC
AI summary Hon. M.S. Uthumalebbe requested financial and higher education support to establish a Faculty of Medicine at the South Eastern University, citing regional healthcare needs and nearby hospitals. He also urged Parliament, the relevant Ministers, and party leaders to reach consensus on holding Provincial Council elections, suggesting they be conducted under the previous system and noting the President’s allocation of Rs. 10 billion for the purpose.
- 17 Adjournment Adjournment: Termination of Driving Licences for Foreign Tourists (Three-wheelers) 24 speeches