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The Hon. Anura Karunathilaka - Minister of Urban Development, Construction and Housing

Jathika Jana balawegaya· National List· 23 May 2025 ·Procedural: Questions under Standing Order 27(2): Procedural Matters and Opposition Questions

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The Minister of Urban Development, Construction and Housing responded to the Leader of the Opposition’s claim that water tariffs would be increased, noting that water charges fall under his Ministry. He asked the Opposition Leader to identify the source and basis of the information behind the claim.

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¶ 01 Hon. Speaker, the Hon. Leader of the Opposition stated he has learned that water tariffs will be increased. Water charges fall under my Ministry. Hon. Leader of the Opposition, what is the source for your claim? On what information do you state that water tariffs are to be raised?

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Hansard, Friday, 23 May 2025 ·No. 1750228312097834 ·English daily/uncorrected Hansard
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