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 October 2025 The Hon. (Mrs.) A. M. M. M. Rathwaththe JJB AI summary A question was raised regarding one of 16 telecom towers located at Nawamedagama, reportedly allotted to Dialog in 2011 without formal lease approval. The Member asked the Government to state its position on allegations that monthly payments have been diverted to a private individual, causing loss of State revenue since 2011. Oral Question 3: Telecommunication Towers in Mahaweli System C Read →
- 9 October 2025 The Hon. Gamagedara Dissanayake - Deputy Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs JJB AI summary Deputy Minister Gamagedara Dissanayake said concerns over the Central Cultural Fund’s operations, including alleged irregularities and unauthorized interventions, are under investigation by a committee. Referring to the rapid establishment of the Sitawaka museum after the Railways Department handed over the key on 10 May 2024, he stated that several irregularities had been observed and that speed appeared to have taken priority over proper heritage curation. He accepted the need for such a museum and said the CCF and Department of Archaeology are prepared to formalize and operate it properly. Oral Question 2: Hospitals in Galle District Read →
- 9 October 2025 The Hon. Sarath Kumara, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary Sarath Kumara asked whether an investigation is being conducted into reports that two Local Authority Chairpersons continued to receive salaries from both their government posts and local authorities while allegedly not performing their official duties due to serving full-time as Chairpersons. Oral Question 1: Oil Tanks and Pipeline in Kankesanthurai (Cement Corporation) Read →
- 9 October 2025 The Hon. Sarath Kumara, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary Hon. Sarath Kumara asked the Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government to clarify the legal status of public servants contesting and holding office in local authorities. He sought details on leave or resignation requirements, whether elected mayors or chairpersons may continue their government employment while in office, and the applicable legal provisions. He specifically questioned the cases of the Madulla and Siyambalanduwa Pradeshiya Sabha chairpersons elected in 2018, asking whether they lawfully received both their chairperson salaries and government salaries and what action was taken if such payments were improper. Oral Question 1: Oil Tanks and Pipeline in Kankesanthurai (Cement Corporation) Read →
- 9 October 2025 The Hon. Chathuranga Abeysinghe JJB AI summary Allegations of irregularities should be referred for legal action where warranted, noting that anti-corruption authorities have a large backlog and that files are being compiled for investigation. On Sevanagala Sugar, the Government intends to retain it as a state enterprise while considering public-private partnerships for idle land and underutilized assets to strengthen the sugar business. Farmers’ and employees’ security and production capacity would be safeguarded as part of the Ministry’s broader plan to address operational constraints. Oral Question 1: Oil Tanks and Pipeline in Kankesanthurai (Cement Corporation) Read →
- 9 October 2025 The Hon. Hesha Withanage Ankumbura Arachchi SJB AI summary Asked about alleged theft and sale of iron from the closed Embilipitiya Paper Mill and urged action through bribery or corruption authorities, citing an existing police file. Also sought a clear assurance on the future of the Sevanagala Sugar Factory amid public concerns about possible privatization, delays or issues in cane supply allocations for farmers, and criticism of the Chairman’s conduct. Oral Question 1: Oil Tanks and Pipeline in Kankesanthurai (Cement Corporation) Read →
- 9 October 2025 The Hon. Chathuranga Abeysinghe JJB AI summary Hon. Chathuranga Abeysinghe said institutions under his Ministry have been asked to identify and prioritize unresolved issues, with newly appointed chairpersons made accountable through management agreements and KPIs. He cited progress on a long-pending Rs. 6 billion compensation matter involving BCC Lanka and the Legal Affairs Department, and said audit reports are guiding efforts to address legacy issues and clear institutional balance sheets. He noted that some matters require collective decisions with other ministries and the Treasury, and said those discussions are being pursued expeditiously. Oral Question 1: Oil Tanks and Pipeline in Kankesanthurai (Cement Corporation) Read →
- 8 October 2025 The Hon. Imran Maharoof SJB AI summary Welcoming the Adjournment Motion on releasing Sri Lanka Ports Authority lands in 11 GN divisions of Town and Gravets, Trincomalee, the Member urged the Government to give immediate priority to the Muththunagar land issue affecting about 350 families. He said residents had protested for 21 days, faced difficulties meeting officials, and that five farmers were arrested despite assurances at a District Coordinating Committee meeting that cultivation could continue on surplus lands. He called on the Government, given its parliamentary majority and control of relevant offices, to engage with the affected people, provide relief, honour election commitments, and proceed with releasing the lands for public use. Adjournment Motion: Release of Sri Lanka Ports Authority Lands in Trincomalee District Read →
- 8 October 2025 The Hon. J.C. Alawathuwala SJB AI summary Hon. J.C. Alawathuwala cited World Bank data indicating that poverty had increased further from 24.986 per cent in 2024 and argued that poverty reduction must be a priority for national prosperity. He said the Government, having expanded from three MPs in 2022 to a large parliamentary mandate, should use that mandate to deliver livelihood programmes alongside anti-corruption efforts. He also referred to recent cooperative election results as an indication of changing public sentiment and urged the Government to focus on meeting the expectations of voters. Debate: Supplementary Sum - Head 117 - Programme 02 (Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation) Read →
- 8 October 2025 Hon. K. Ilankumaran JJB AI summary Hon. K. Ilankumaran said the Government had begun major development work in the North within the past five months, including urgent rehabilitation of the Vattuvagal bridge, initial works at the Nainativu jetty, and road improvements to support tourism. He argued that projects were being implemented transparently and without corruption, contrasting them with allegedly defective road works carried out under the previous Good Governance Government. He highlighted concerns over neglect of the Northern islands and higher goods prices there, citing a new fuel filling station in Neduntivu as part of efforts to address disparities. He also stated that increased funds would be allocated for the East in the next Budget and that development in the North and East would accelerate in the Government’s second year. Debate: Supplementary Sum - Head 117 - Programme 02 (Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation) Read →
- 8 October 2025 The Hon. Danushka Ranganath JJB AI summary Danushka Ranganath supported the Supplementary Estimate of Rs. 36,609 million for the Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation, linking it to the Government’s policy agenda on economic stability, public services, rule of law, and anti-corruption. He said the Ministry is improving transport infrastructure, particularly through the “Path to Revival” rural roads programme, under which 1,619 roads have been identified this year at a cost of Rs. 25 billion, with further funding proposed next year. He also stated that a new iRoad phase will cover about 500 km nationwide, including 24 roads in Kalutara, and said stalled works from earlier contracts have now completed procurement and will be restarted and finished before year-end. Debate: Supplementary Sum - Head 117 - Programme 02 (Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation) Read →
- 8 October 2025 The Hon. Mano Ganesan SJB AI summary Mano Ganesan states that his party had pursued the issue even while in government and urges the Minister to continue the work already started. He raises concern about three named officials, suggesting they should step aside if they are unable to act in line with government policy. Debate: Supplementary Sum - Head 117 - Programme 02 (Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation) Read →
- 8 October 2025 The Hon. Ramalingam Chandrasekar — Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources AI summary Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar responded to concerns raised by Hon. Mano Ganesan regarding the New Villages Development Authority for Plantation Region, stating that the Government has no intention of abolishing it. He said a committee led by the Prime Minister had decided instead to further develop and expand the Authority, and rejected criticism of the named Secretary’s attitude toward serving hill-country communities. Debate: Supplementary Sum - Head 117 - Programme 02 (Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation) Read →
- 8 October 2025 The Hon. Mano Ganesan SJB AI summary Hon. Mano Ganesan objected to the proposed abolition or merger of the New Villages Development Authority for Plantation Region, established under Act No. 32 of 2018, arguing that it is needed to address development gaps affecting about one million plantation-region residents. He cited a letter from the Presidential Secretariat stating that NEVIDA is “under review,” contradicting assurances by State Minister Sundaralingam Pradeep that no such move exists, and tabled the letter in the Library. He urged relevant Ministers and MPs to intervene, stating that elected policymakers and Parliament, not officials, should determine the Authority’s future. Debate: Supplementary Sum - Head 117 - Programme 02 (Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation) Read →
- 8 October 2025 The Hon. Harshana Rajakaruna SJB AI summary Harshana Rajakaruna rejected broad allegations of corruption against past politicians, arguing that such claims damage honest public representatives and calling on those making accusations to acknowledge the JVP’s own political history and role in past violence. He said the Government should stop blaming previous administrations, investigate and prosecute any alleged corruption from 2010–2011 through the law, and focus on governing. He also criticized ministries for returning large unutilized allocations, stating that competence means completing public work without corruption rather than avoiding expenditure. Debate: Supplementary Sum - Head 117 - Programme 02 (Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation) Read →
- 8 October 2025 The Hon. Sunil Rathnasiri JJB AI summary Hon. Sunil Rathnasiri stated that Rs. 3,000 million allocated in 2011–2012 for rehabilitating 53 roads in the North Central Province was misused by the contractor, Kanthi Construction, and the works were not completed. He said allegations that the then Chief Minister received money from contractors were revealed, and that COPA had made recommendations on the matter, which have been submitted. Debate: Supplementary Sum - Head 117 - Programme 02 (Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation) Read →
- 8 October 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Harsha de Silva SJB AI summary Dr. Harsha de Silva objected to a blanket allegation that previous governments set aside 10 percent of contracts for Ministers or Members. He said any such wrongdoing should be pursued through legal channels, but it was unfair to implicate all Members without evidence, and called on the Member to either withdraw the claim or name those responsible. Debate: Supplementary Sum - Head 117 - Programme 02 (Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation) Read →
- 8 October 2025 The Hon. Manjula Suraweera Arachchi JJB AI summary Hon. Manjula Suraweera Arachchi supported the Supplementary Estimate for the Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation, stating that part of the remaining allocation would be used to settle Road Development Authority debt. He outlined ongoing transport and road development projects, including upgrades to Pettah transport facilities, A and B class roads, bridges, rural roads, Sri Pada access roads, and key routes in Nuwara Eliya District. He also noted allocations for safety barriers at identified danger points in the Central Highlands following road safety concerns. The speech contrasted these initiatives with criticism of the Opposition’s past record and asserted the Government’s commitment to infrastructure development and accountability. Debate: Supplementary Sum - Head 117 - Programme 02 (Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation) Read →
- 8 October 2025 The Hon. Namal Rajapaksa, Attorney-at-Law SLPP AI summary Namal Rajapaksa addressed a Supplementary allocation under Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation, arguing that the Government now supports expressways it previously criticized and asking for Ministry-level progress reports on Budget spending and public benefits. He criticized proposed changes to the National Police Commission, alleging they would reduce police independence and enable political control over transfers, appointments, and investigations. He also questioned the Government’s stance at the UNHRC, called for solutions for farmers, fishers, and workers, and asked for details on investment inflows and foreign exchange generation. He urged the Government not to use the police, armed forces, or intelligence services for political purposes and called for an investigation into the reported theft of 32 animals from a zoo. Debate: Supplementary Sum - Head 117 - Programme 02 (Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation) Read →
- 8 October 2025 The Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake NDF AI summary Accepted the need for the Supplementary Estimate but questioned increased allocations under the President’s expenditure head, including funds for “Clean Sri Lanka” and a research project. Raised concerns about the withdrawn Penal Code amendment in the context of incidents involving teachers and students, and argued that the Government should address disciplinary issues within its own ranks before legislating on children. Also questioned matters involving Arjuna Mahendran’s passport release, a delegation to a Geneva trade conference, disputes with doctors and lawyers over vehicle stickers, and the role of commission chairs in controversial policy proposals. Debate: Supplementary Sum - Head 117 - Programme 02 (Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation) Read →