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The Hon. Anura Karunathilaka

Jathika Jana balawegaya· National List· 23 January 2025 ·Oral question: Oral Question: Olcott Mawatha Traders and Floating Market

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Alternatives are being considered to provide fair relief to traders without placing an undue financial burden on the Urban Development Authority. The matter is still under review, with alternative investors and proposals being sought, and specific timelines will be provided once a final arrangement is reached.

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¶ 01 As stated, we will consider alternatives that ensure fairness to traders while not imposing undue burden on the UDA. Timelines are hard to specify now; we are seeking alternative investors and proposals. Once finalized, we can provide relief to traders.

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Hansard, Thursday, 23 January 2025 ·No. 1738314169039521 ·English daily/uncorrected Hansard
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Cite as: The Hon. Anura Karunathilaka. 10th Parliament, Parliament of Sri Lanka. Hansard, 23 January 2025. No. 1738314169039521. Politick, https://staging.politick.io/lk/speeches/10511