The Hon. Chathura Galappaththi

Samagi Jana Balawegaya· Matara· 17 February 2025 ·Debate: Local Authorities Elections (Special Provisions) Bill: Second Reading

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Hon. Chathura Galappaththi urged the Government to promptly restore the previous law with youth and women quotas, arguing that its strong public mandate enables swift action. He stated that enacting this reform would be a significant service to the country.

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¶ 01 Please give me one more minute. Restoring the old law with youth and women quotas will not take long. A Government with such a strong mandate can do it quickly. If you enact that reform under your people’s mandate, it will be a great service to the country. Thank you.

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Source: Hansard, Monday, 17 February 2025 ·No. 1740119376022420 ·English daily/uncorrected Hansard
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