Topic
Corruption & Governance Reform
2,708 speeches · 349 speakers
Party share
By the speaker's party · counts only, no scoring. "Unattributed" = speeches not resolved to an MP.
Most active on this topic
| # | Member | Speeches |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hon. Bimal Rathnayake, M.P. JJB | 91 |
| 2 | Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney at Law, M.P. SJB | 86 |
| 3 | Hon. Mujibur Rahman, M.P. SJB | 80 |
| 4 | Hon. Ajith P. Perera, M.P. SJB | 70 |
| 5 | Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri, M.P. SJB | 68 |
| 6 | Hon. Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, M.P. JJB | 68 |
| 7 | Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna, M.P. Independent Group 17 - Jaffna | 67 |
| 8 | Hon. Sajith Premadasa, M.P. SJB | 65 |
| 9 | Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake, M.P. NDF | 64 |
| 10 | Hon. Wasantha Samarasinghe, M.P. JJB | 64 |
Speeches
2,708 on this topic- 5 February 2026 The Hon. K. Kader Masthan SLLP AI summary K. Kader Masthan said the court record indicated continued confusion over the road issue in Mannar, noting that the Department of Wildlife Conservation’s position that the road would not be opened to the public had led to the withdrawal of the matter. He argued this did not provide a permanent solution and urged the Government to convene stakeholders, set a date, and act quickly to reach a people-friendly resolution after years of dispute. Oral Question: SLEAS Recruitment, Road Development, and Standing Order 27(2) Questions Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Aravinda Senarath JJB AI summary Aravinda Senarath stated that public land had been misallocated in some cases to political associates and that lease revenues from such projects had been neglected despite the public bearing indirect taxes. He said the Government is enforcing the law against defaulters, initiating recovery of arrears, and will take lawful action regarding a sub-lessee ordered to vacate in 2018 who has appealed. Oral Question: State Land in Alankalagala and X-Press Pearl Disaster (Q.7-9/2025) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Ravindra Bandara AI summary Hon. Ravindra Bandara asked what steps would be taken to address unpaid lease arrears and protect State land at risk. He alleged a possible nexus between lessees and officials and urged either prompt recovery of arrears or repossession of the land. Oral Question: State Land in Alankalagala and X-Press Pearl Disaster (Q.7-9/2025) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Aravinda Senarath JJB AI summary Information received by the Ministry indicates improper transactions involving state lands leased to intermediaries in nearly 20 districts. The Welimada Divisional Secretariat case in Badulla, raised by another Member, is described as apparently politically influenced and transferred to third parties, and the Ministry is considering urgent inquiries and legal action. Oral Question: State Land in Alankalagala and X-Press Pearl Disaster (Q.7-9/2025) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Namal Karunaratne JJB AI summary Namal Karunaratne acknowledged past irregularities and under-the-table dealings related to land matters, stating that the government is now regulating and correcting them. He said a new circular and departmental intervention have been introduced to balance necessary land-use changes with the need to prevent environmental damage from land filling. Oral Question: Paddy Lands Filling in Anuradhapura (Q.5/2025) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Susantha Kumara Nawarathna JJB AI summary The Member raised concerns over alleged irregularities in permitting paddy land filling in Anuradhapura, noting that the matter had been repeatedly discussed at the District Coordinating Committee. He asked whether the existing approval process, involving local and district land use committees, had been stopped, changed, or bypassed through ad hoc interventions, and whether the Ministry had taken action to correct the situation. Oral Question: Paddy Lands Filling in Anuradhapura (Q.5/2025) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Nishantha Jayaweera JJB AI summary Nishantha Jayaweera said the first supplementary question would be considered, while noting that a second issue concerning licences issued during the previous Government is before court. He stated that the licences were allegedly issued irregularly to associates during an election period and subject to conditions, but argued that further discussion of the procedure would be inappropriate because the matter is sub judice. Oral Question: Liquor Licensing and Tax Revenue (Q.912/2025) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Rohitha Abeygunawardhana NDF AI summary Rohitha Abeygunawardhana asked the Deputy Minister to clarify the status of 304 licences allegedly issued unlawfully by the previous Government to favoured parties. He requested details on whether the licences remain valid or are illegal, how they were granted, and whether there is a procedure to terminate or cancel them. Oral Question: Liquor Licensing and Tax Revenue (Q.912/2025) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Rohana Bandara AI summary Rohana Bandara argued that the IGP had issued contradictory statements regarding a reported threat to his security. He said the initial communication cited a North Central Division Criminal Investigation Unit report and proposed action subject to Cabinet approval, while a later communication characterized the matter as internal to the party and not based on intelligence, raising concern about possible Cabinet or political influence. Petitions: Citizens' Petitions Presented Read →
- 3 February 2026 Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna objected to interruptions and asked to be allowed to speak briefly. He accused others in the chamber of corruption, specifically alleging wrongdoing related to the importation of 323 containers, though the statement was cut off before further details were provided. Adjournment Debate: Muthurajawela Wetland Read →
- 3 February 2026 Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna referred to public questions about his political allegiance and stated that he regards God and Prabhakaran as his leaders, while challenging others to state their own leaders. He accused the Government of tolerating fraud and corruption, including by protecting an MP who he said had been reported to the Anti-Corruption Commission, and denied that similar corruption had been proven against representatives in the North. Parts of the remarks were expunged by order of the Chair amid interruptions. Adjournment Debate: Muthurajawela Wetland Read →
- 3 February 2026 Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. Ramanathan Archchuna supported the Adjournment Motion on protecting the Muthurajawela wetland but argued that wetlands and forests in the Northern Province, including in Kilinochchi, Mullaitivu, Poonakari, Parantan and Paruthithurai, also require protection. He alleged that Mahaweli-related projects, land acquisitions, Forest Department boundary demarcations, and settlements in areas such as Manal Aru/Weli Oya have adversely affected Tamil and Muslim communities and their traditional lands. He called for attention to these issues alongside Muthurajawela and also referred to a bribery complaint concerning fuel expenditure by the Speaker. Adjournment Debate: Muthurajawela Wetland Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. Lasith Bhashana Gamage JJB AI summary Moved an Adjournment Motion calling for an urgent programme to protect the 6,232-hectare Muthurajawela Wetland, citing its biodiversity, flood-control role for Gampaha District, and increasing risks from human activity and weak institutional coordination. He said the District Coordinating Committee’s Environment Subcommittee had appointed an expert committee, whose report was approved for submission to the Ministry, and highlighted legal and gazette changes that had reduced protected areas over time. He urged revision of the current framework and creation of a unified national mechanism or authority to coordinate agencies, noting past concerns including a COPE-referenced sale of wetland land by the Department of Agrarian Development. Adjournment Debate: Muthurajawela Wetland Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. M.A.M. Thahir ACMC AI summary Hon. M.A.M. Thahir spoke during debate on regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act, urging action on unresolved telecommunications failures in Sainthamaruthu, including an unrepaired tower device affecting fishermen’s safety and poor service during the “Tithva” cyclone despite continued billing. He also asked the Government to provide teacher appointments for approximately 16,000 development officers serving in schools, following the President’s proposed solution. He called for Parliament to resolve the delayed Nuraicholai tsunami housing scheme for affected families and urged immediate remedial measures for severe coastal erosion linked to the Oluvil Port, citing extensive land loss and damage in several eastern coastal areas. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Najith Indika JJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Najith Indika said the debate on telecommunications regulations had been overshadowed by issues concerning investigations and the Speaker. He referred to ongoing or renewed investigations involving Shiranthi Rajapaksa, Namal Rajapaksa and Yoshitha Rajapaksa, including the “Siriliya Saviya” account, alleged links arising from a CID inquiry, and the Airbus transaction, arguing that suspects should face investigative agencies like ordinary citizens and that facts should be established through due process. He criticized the SJB for focusing on allegations against a parliamentary officer and the Speaker rather than supporting investigations into alleged wrongdoing by members of the Rajapaksa family, and stated that inquiries should proceed transparently regardless of status. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. (Mrs.) Oshani Umanga JJB AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) Oshani Umanga supported the regulations on shared use of telecommunications infrastructure under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act, arguing that they would reduce duplication, lower costs, improve coverage and speeds, accelerate 5G deployment, and create a more competitive and environmentally efficient telecom sector. She linked the regulations to the Government’s digital economy agenda, citing opportunities for IT exports, rural connectivity, online public services, anti-corruption measures, and globally competitive employment for youth. She also urged the Opposition to engage constructively with the policy and called for greater dignity and discipline in parliamentary conduct. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. Chanaka Madugoda SLPP AI summary Chanaka Madugoda accused the Government of curtailing political freedoms and exerting pressure on public servants and institutional employees, citing alleged dismissals at the Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau and Ceylon Petroleum Corporation over criticism of the Government. He also criticized the summoning of Shiranthi Rajapaksa and Namal Rajapaksa to investigative bodies, arguing that such actions would not deflect attention from unresolved allegations involving imports, coal, medicines, Easter attacks, and procurement. He demanded a Government response to an alleged multibillion-rupee fraud in tri-forces food supply tenders, specifically citing Cabinet approval of a higher-priced bid for dried turmeric than a competing offer. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. Chandima Hettiaratchi JJB AI summary Chandima Hettiaratchi supported the tower-sharing regulations, saying they are intended to improve telecom and data services, promote competition, and support the Government’s digital transformation programme. He then referred to an Opposition-raised inquiry concerning a parliamentary appointment, citing passages from a report tabled by Dayasiri Jayasekara to argue that the person concerned had been given an opportunity to respond and had not fulfilled advertised requirements such as a medical examination. He criticized Members who made allegations against the Speaker and called for appropriate action, while defending the Speaker by citing steps taken to reduce privileges such as unlimited fuel, vehicle use, and staff-related excesses. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. Arun Hemachandra - Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment JJB AI summary Deputy Minister Arun Hemachandra supported regulations on telecommunications infrastructure sharing, arguing that shared towers, fibre networks and related facilities would reduce duplication, costs, foreign exchange outflows and urban planning conflicts while improving rural and disaster-related connectivity. He cited international examples from the EU, UK, India and China and stated that the reforms would not undermine competition but strengthen sector efficiency and service access. He also said the Government would continue anti-corruption investigations impartially despite political opposition, and responded to Hon. Nizam Kariapper on the Akkaraipattu Nurachcholai housing issue, noting that delays stemmed from a Supreme Court order and that a fair allocation process would be pursued with relevant agencies. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. Susantha Dodawatta, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary Hon. Susantha Dodawatta rejected Opposition allegations regarding CIABOC complaints, judicial transfers, and claimed injustices to Buddhism, arguing that such claims were made without evidence and that investigations should proceed independently and equally. He cited ongoing inquiries involving Shiranthi Rajapaksa, the “Siriliya” account, the Airbus deal, and other figures as examples of the law being applied irrespective of status. Addressing the telecommunications regulations before the House, he said they would empower the TRC to oversee infrastructure sharing among licensed operators, approve agreements, resolve disputes, prevent anti-competitive practices, and enforce compliance, with the aim of improving coverage, service quality, competition, and consumer costs. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →