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- 9 January 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Harini Amarasuriya - Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education JJB AI summary Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya stated that the Government’s 2024 policy framework included a commitment to review cases withdrawn by the Bribery Commission and the Attorney-General and re-file suitable cases. She said 102 cases were withdrawn between 2019 and 2024, of which 65 have been re-filed, 34 will not be re-filed, and three remain under consideration. Oral Question: Policy Implementation and Case Re-filing (Q.2/219/2024) Read →
- 9 January 2026 The Hon. Ajith P. Perera SJB AI summary Ajith P. Perera asked the Prime Minister and Minister of Education whether the policy statement “A Thriving Nation, A Beautiful Life” included a commitment to review cases withdrawn by the Bribery Commission and the Attorney-General and re-file suitable cases. He requested the number of Bribery Commission cases withdrawn between 2019 and 2024, and how many of those had been reviewed and re-filed, or the reasons if the information could not be provided. Oral Question: Policy Implementation and Case Re-filing (Q.2/219/2024) Read →
- 8 January 2026 The Hon. B. Ariyawansha SJB AI summary B. Ariyawansha supported the Motor Traffic Act regulations, citing the high number of road deaths and the need to reduce accidents caused by poor road conditions and negligent driving. He urged ministerial intervention over alleged corruption, mismanagement, service reductions, and procurement issues at SLTB depots in Ratnapura District, calling for a recovery plan to restore rural and long-distance bus services. He also requested improvements to dilapidated rural roads, better agricultural transport and cold-chain systems to reduce produce losses, and urgent action to protect wildlife around Sinharaja, particularly leopards killed by snares. Motor Traffic Act Regulations Debate Read →
- 8 January 2026 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Bimal Rathnayake said vehicle registrations are available online at five branch offices for all categories except 32, 64, 65 and certain “O/1/11” series, which he said are frequently used in fraud. He noted that even the Narahenpita Head Office does not offer one-day service for those categories and that an officer linked to such fraud had recently been transferred, stating that the restrictions are intended to prevent abuse. Motor Traffic Act Regulations Debate Read →
- 8 January 2026 The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara raised administrative concerns relating to the Department of Motor Traffic, requesting that vehicle ownership transfers, revenue licence waiver letters, and related services be fully restored to regional offices to reduce delays, corruption allegations, and loss of revenue. He urged urgent resolution of the suspension of permanent number plate issuance, noting that many vehicles are using temporary paper numbers and calling for accountability over a previous contract he said increased costs substantially. He also raised concerns about vacancies and appointments in the English education administration, alleged irregularities in English module preparation, and requested investigations. Additionally, he questioned the involvement of organizations in sexuality and gender education content for minors, citing international standards on parental consent and safeguards. Motor Traffic Act Regulations Debate Read →
- 8 January 2026 The Hon. Ajith P. Perera SJB AI summary Ajith P. Perera supported the regulations but raised concerns over the Lakvijaya coal procurement tender, alleging altered tender conditions, substandard coal imports, and losses of about Rs. 100 billion, and said the Parliamentary Energy Subcommittee would investigate responsibility. He also called for transparency and due process in judicial appointments, transfers and promotions, referring to BASL concerns and urging that the Opposition’s proposal for a Special Parliamentary Committee be placed on the Order Book. He marked the 17th anniversary of Lasantha Wickrematunge’s assassination and urged the Government to deliver justice in the case. Motor Traffic Act Regulations Debate Read →
- 8 January 2026 The Hon. Imran Maharoof SJB AI summary Supported Motor Traffic Act regulations aimed at improving public safety, while raising district-level concerns regarding the Kurinchakeni Bridge ferry service in Kinniya. Requested a 20-metre jetty and additional staff so the ferry, on which about Rs. 70 million has been spent, can operate effectively. Objected to the reported transfer of land in Upparu, Kinniya, originally identified for an Eastern Province technical college under a 2017 Cabinet decision and 2018 Budget allocation, to the Tourism Ministry under a 2025 Cabinet decision. Urged the Government to resume and complete the vocational education institute at the intended location, and called for an end to the alleged politicization of local administration through “Prajā Shakthi” units, emphasizing respect for elected local representatives. Motor Traffic Act Regulations Debate Read →
- 8 January 2026 The Hon. Chanaka Madugoda SLPP AI summary Hon. Chanaka Madugoda supported the Motor Traffic Act regulations but urged clearer procedures for drug-impaired driving cases, including testing timeframes and chain-of-custody safeguards for samples. He raised grievances of Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau employees over overtime, allowances, bonuses, and access to diplomatic postings, and called for intervention on reduced South Korean EPS departures and pending contracts for qualified candidates. He also asked for inquiries into alleged unfair principal transfers in Galle District and protested the exclusion of Opposition local authority chairmen from a district progress review meeting. Motor Traffic Act Regulations Debate Read →
- 8 January 2026 The Hon. Gnanamuththu Srineshan ITAK AI summary Hon. Gnanamuththu Srineshan raised transport concerns in Batticaloa during the debate on Motor Traffic Act regulations, alleging bribery issues in traffic enforcement and detailing revenue and capacity losses after changes to the “Paadum Meen” rail service. He requested reinstatement or augmentation of former rail facilities and restoration of the previous Colombo–Batticaloa timetable to improve passenger use and revenue. He also asked relevant Ministers to examine alleged unfair selection in kabaddi, strengthen Wildlife Department capacity to address human–elephant conflict in Batticaloa, consider allowing small tractors to haul beach seines in fisheries, and review concerns over university appointments and Dean selections. Motor Traffic Act Regulations Debate Read →
- 8 January 2026 The Hon. (Prof.) A.H.M.H. Abayarathna - Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government JJB AI summary Six Divisional Secretariats have been established in the Nuwara Eliya District for the Hanguranketha, Walapane and Kotmale areas, based on administrative needs and the 2012 Delimitation Committee recommendations. These are Hanguranketha and Matutara, Walapane and Nildandahinna, and Kotmale East and Kotmale West; as they have already been established, no further action was indicated. Oral Questions to Ministers (Q.1664/2025 through Q.1719/2025) Read →
- 8 January 2026 The Hon. R.G. Wijerathna JJB AI summary R.G. Wijerathna referred to past allegations that the Department of Census and Statistics had distorted national data to present Sri Lanka as moving from a low-income to a middle-income economy, and that the then Director of National Accounts was interdicted after resisting pressure. He asked the Minister whether the Government would conduct an inquiry to provide justice to the officer concerned. Oral Questions to Ministers (Q.1664/2025 through Q.1719/2025) Read →
- 7 January 2026 The Hon. (Prof.) Ruwan Ranasinghe - Deputy Minister of Tourism JJB AI summary Hon. (Prof.) Ruwan Ranasinghe supported the amendments to the Colombo Port City Economic Commission Act, arguing that they replace overly broad and discretionary tax concessions with shorter, threshold-based incentives and greater transparency. He said previous strategic development incentives caused major tax expenditure losses, cited IMF-related fiscal obligations, and proposed publishing project costs while ending full employment income tax exemptions for Port City employees with transitional arrangements. He also defended education reforms and the “Rebuilding Sri Lanka” Fund as subject to proper procedures, and said post-cyclone rebuilding and investment promotion should proceed with stronger oversight. Debate: Colombo Port City Economic Commission (Amendment) Bill Read →
- 7 January 2026 The Hon. Rohana Bandara AI summary Rohana Bandara welcomed efforts to attract investment to the Port City by reducing unnecessary burdens, while urging that national policy avoid creating international controversies, particularly over Government-linked statements on Venezuela that he said could affect Sri Lanka’s foreign relations and security. He criticized elements in Grade 6 English textbooks and related education policy, calling for broader consultation, cultural safeguards, and a focus on vocational excellence without normalizing practices he opposed. He questioned disaster-relief allocations in Anuradhapura, alleging many affected families and students were excluded from compensation after recent cyclone damage. He also raised health-sector concerns, including the non-functioning radiotherapy machine at Anuradhapura Teaching Hospital, and asked the Government to provide the required equipment and services without political bias. Debate: Colombo Port City Economic Commission (Amendment) Bill Read →
- 7 January 2026 The Hon. Champika Hettiarachchi JJB AI summary Hon. Champika Hettiarachchi supported the Second Reading of the Bill to amend the Colombo Port City Economic Commission Act, arguing that the Government has restored economic stability through improved revenue collection, exports, tourism earnings, remittances, FDI, debt restructuring and credit ratings. He said the amendments would integrate Port City into the national growth strategy by replacing broad tax holidays with calibrated incentives for categories of strategic businesses based on investment and employment thresholds. He also emphasized Central Bank supervision of offshore banking, stronger legal governance, and recent regulations aimed at preventing irregularities and corruption. Debate: Colombo Port City Economic Commission (Amendment) Bill Read →
- 7 January 2026 The Hon. Aboobucker Athambawa JJB AI summary Aboobucker Athambawa supported the Colombo Port City Commission (Amendment) Bill, arguing that Port City should be developed as a national economic asset and globally competitive special economic zone. He said the Bill’s tax and legal framework, including tiered treatment for investors, is intended to attract local and foreign investment, generate dollar inflows, and strengthen ICT and commercial activity. He also linked the project to broader government claims of improving economic stability, reduced debt levels, growth, and a less corrupt investment climate, and urged the opposition to cooperate with the Government’s development agenda. Debate: Colombo Port City Economic Commission (Amendment) Bill Read →
- 7 January 2026 The Hon. Mujibur Rahuman SJB AI summary Mujibur Rahuman used the debate on the Colombo Port City Economic Commission (Amendment) Bill to allege irregularities in the awarding of renewable energy projects in 2025, saying seven solar and wind projects were licensed without tenders despite a Cabinet decision requiring competitive processes. He questioned the tariffs granted, claiming they were higher than previous rates and could impose over Rs. 20 billion in excess costs, and raised concerns about links between selected companies, political figures, and individuals close to the Government. He also referred to earlier allegations involving a Mannar wind project, the unresolved “300 containers” issue, and the delay in appointing an Auditor-General, demanding greater transparency and due process. Debate: Colombo Port City Economic Commission (Amendment) Bill Read →
- 7 January 2026 Hon. Kandasaami Prabhu JJB AI summary Hon. Kandasaami Prabhu stated that government institutions are acting independently against waste and fraud, and that Batticaloa District’s 2025 allocations were fully utilized despite disaster-related delays to some projects. He supported the Colombo Port City Economic Commission (Amendment) Bill, highlighting proposed tax holidays for investors and arguing that public-private investment would accelerate development. He also cited rising tourism, improved tax compliance, and the “Praja Shakthi” programme as contributors to economic recovery and rural development, while rejecting opposition criticism and calling for shortcomings to be corrected constructively. Debate: Colombo Port City Economic Commission (Amendment) Bill Read →
- 7 January 2026 The Hon. Kanthasamy Prabu JJB AI summary Hon. Kanthasamy Prabu supported amendments to the 2021 Port City legislation, arguing that Central Bank oversight of international financial institutions would stabilize foreign exchange earnings and help curb illicit financial flows. He said Port City investments could create foreign-currency earning opportunities, generate demand in sectors such as agriculture, industry, and tourism, and require vocational training for youth. He also defended the Government’s poverty eradication and village development programmes, while criticizing alleged politicization of disaster relief and past rural development practices. Debate: Colombo Port City Economic Commission (Amendment) Bill Read →
- 7 January 2026 The Hon. D.V. Chanaka SLPP AI summary Hon. D.V. Chanaka criticized the Government for previously opposing Port City concessions while now supporting them, including calls to extend concessions. He alleged a Rs. 10 billion coal procurement scandal, claiming tender procedures were delayed and altered to favour unqualified firms, the tender period was improperly shortened, and substandard coal was accepted despite lab results and increased consumption at the Lakvijaya Power Plant. He called attention to discrepancies in testing documentation and accused the Government of ignoring CEB findings while blaming officials who raised concerns. Debate: Colombo Port City Economic Commission (Amendment) Bill Read →
- 7 January 2026 The Hon. Vijitha Herath - Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism JJB AI summary The Minister said past foreign employment frauds, including the Rainbow case, involved political patronage and that court action is underway, while six SLBFE officers have been suspended and a special police investigation unit established. He stated that the 1985 Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment Act is being amended because current penalties and safeguards are inadequate. On overseas employment, he said Sri Lanka is pursuing new agreements, including implementation of an Italy driving licence MoU, and is seeking changes to the Korea MoU so worker listings can be extended and quotas increased, with a ministerial visit planned to press these requests. Ministerial Statement: Foreign Employment Issues Read →