Sitting of Thursday, 7 May 2026

Order of business

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1. 1 Opening Opening: Special Security Arrangements on 08 May 2026 1 speeches ▸
2. 2 Papers Papers: Annual Reports and Committee Report 4 speeches ▸
3. 3 Petitions Petitions 5 speeches ▸
4. 4 Oral question Oral Question 3 (840/2025): Dhammarathana Vidyalaya and Other Schools in Moratuwa 7 speeches ▸
5. 5 Oral question Oral Question 4: Cybercrime Cases Against Women 6 speeches ▾
   • The Hon. Rajeevan Jeyachandramoorthy JJB

     AI summary Rajeevan Jeyachandramoorthy asked the Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs for province-wise data over the past three years on cybercrime cases involving offences against women, including resolved cases, pending investigations or prosecutions, and average resolution times. He also sought information on whether dedicated cybercrime units exist in each province, including the Northern Province, and whether measures such as AI-based monitoring, public awareness programmes, and stronger enforcement have been implemented to improve women’s digital safety.

     Justice & Human RightsLaw & OrderWomen & Children Full speech →
   • The Hon. Ananda Wijepala - Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs JJB

     AI summary The Minister provided a written-style response on cases against women reported from 2023 to 2025, stating that Police records show 11,004 cases reported, 2,309 resolved, and 7,695 pending, with provincial details maintained by the Ministry. He said resolution times vary from a few months to up to two years depending on complexity. He outlined measures against online violence, including AI-assisted detection with SLCERT and social media platforms, public awareness programmes, expanded regional cybercrime investigations, use of powers under the Online Safety Act, No. 09 of 2024, and emergency assistance through 1938 and 1929.

     Women & ChildrenLaw & OrderJustice & Human Rights Full speech →
   • The Hon. Rajeevan Jeyachandramoorthy JJB

     AI summary Rajeevan Jeyachandramoorthy raised concerns about resource gaps in the Computer Crime Investigation Subunit established in Jaffna in 2025 and called for stronger operations in Jaffna and the wider North. He asked whether programmes or budget allocations exist to provide victims, particularly women and children, with compensation and psychological counselling.

     Women & ChildrenPublic FinanceJustice & Human Rights Full speech →
   • The Hon. Ananda Wijepala JJB

     AI summary Ananda Wijepala stated that police and cybercrime units, including one in the Northern Province, are responsible for investigating cyber-related complaints and expediting legal action under the existing legal framework. He clarified that compensation in such cases is a matter for the courts to determine.

     Justice & Human RightsLaw & Order Full speech →
   • The Hon. Rajeevan Jeyachandramoorthy JJB

     AI summary Asked whether mobile units could be established in remote northern villages or public places to help women and children lodge complaints more easily. The question highlighted access barriers faced by women and children in those areas.

     Justice & Human RightsWomen & Children Full speech →
   • The Hon. Ananda Wijepala JJB

     AI summary Hon. Ananda Wijepala stated that complaints can be lodged through the 1938 hotline and Police Emergency 1929, with follow-up action taken. He reported that in the Northern Province, 10 complaints in 2023 and 22 in 2024 were resolved, while 8 of 10 complaints received in 2025 had been resolved. He said the Government would review awareness gaps and assess whether mobile services are needed.

     Law & OrderSecurity & Defence Full speech →
6. 6 Oral question Oral Question 6 (1337/2025): Sports Officers and District Youth Service Officer in Ampara 7 speeches ▸
7. 7 Oral question Oral Question 7 (1457/2025): Post Offices in Mullaitivu, Mannar and Vavuniya Districts 7 speeches ▸
8. 8 Oral question Oral Question 8: Waste Disposal at National Zoological Gardens, Dehiwala 6 speeches ▸
9. 9 Oral question Oral Question 9: Community Water Supply Schemes in Vavuniya 6 speeches ▸
10. 10 Oral question Second Round of Oral Questions (Q.10 and Tabled Answers) 8 speeches ▸
11. 11 Procedural Procedural Matters: Points of Order and Standing Order 27(2) 6 speeches ▸
12. 12 Oral question Questions by Private Notice: Fuel Purchase (CPC) and Private Lands Released by Military 9 speeches ▸
13. 13 Papers Ministry Statements: Agriculture, Poverty Alleviation 21 speeches ▸
14. 14 Procedural Procedural Matters: Points of Order, Privilege, and Parliamentary Business 39 speeches ▸
15. 15 Papers Presentation of Bills and Regulations Approval 16 speeches ▸
16. 16 Debate Debate: National Transport Commission Act Regulations, Motor Traffic Act Regulations, Immigrants and Emigrants Act Regulations 17 speeches ▸
17. 17 Procedural Suspension of Proceedings for Lunch 1 speeches ▸
18. 18 Debate Debate and Approval: Public Security Ordinance Extension (Emergency) - Part 1 19 speeches ▸
19. 19 Debate Debate and Approval: Public Security Ordinance Extension (Emergency) - Part 2 48 speeches ▸
20. 20 Procedural Division Vote and Adjournment: Public Security Ordinance Resolution 15 speeches ▸