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The Hon. Ajith P. Perera

Samagi Jana Balawegaya· Kalutara· 18 December 2024 ·Debate: Debate: Supplementary Estimate – Head 102, Programme 01 (School Supplies Grant)

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Ajith P. Perera referred to Act No. 26 of 2023, stating that Section 4 distinguishes between an Instructing Attorney and Counsel and asserting that he is a Counsel. He also tabled a social media post dated 06.03.2020 in which the Minister had identified himself as an attorney while seeking votes, challenging the Minister’s understanding of the distinction.

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¶ 01 Under Act No. 26 of 2023, Section 4 defines Instructing Attorney and Counsel; I am a Counsel. If the Minister is unaware, he should learn. I also table a 06.03.2020 social media post where he identified himself as an attorney in seeking votes.

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Hansard, Wednesday, 18 December 2024 ·No. 1735286612086554 ·English daily/uncorrected Hansard
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