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- 8 July 2025 The Hon. T.K. Jayasundara JJB AI summary Hon. T.K. Jayasundara asked the Minister of Urban Development, Construction and Housing to provide detailed information on community water projects initiated in each Divisional Secretary’s Division in the Galle District from 2010 to 2024, including costs, commencement dates, expenditure, beneficiaries, households supplied, and contractors. He further requested identification of projects that have failed to provide water, reasons for failure, officials responsible for procurement, and whether action will be taken if corruption or irregularities are found. Oral Question: Community Water Projects - Costs and Progress Read →
- 8 July 2025 The Hon. K.V. Samantha Viddyarathna JJB AI summary K.V. Samantha Viddyarathna said the Agriculture Sector Modernization Project, funded by a World Bank loan of about USD 48.6 million from 2017 to 2024, required further study before a detailed answer could be given. He reported alleged irregularities, fraud and misuse of funds for projects linked to former Ministers, noting that some beneficiaries are now in loan default lists. He said about USD 5 million had effectively been wasted due to unsuccessful implementation, and that legal action and a Cabinet memorandum for further action were being prepared. Oral Question: Tea Replanting and Infilling (2014-2018) Read →
- 8 July 2025 The Hon. Ruwanthilaka Jayakody JJB AI summary Hon. Ruwanthilaka Jayakody asked whether an external audit could be conducted into alleged illegal actions at the Minuwangoda Pradeshiya Sabha and Urban Council, citing pressure from a politician despite officials’ efforts to serve the public. He sought measures beyond an internal audit to address the alleged misconduct. Oral Question: Common Lands Allotted in Private Land Sales in Minuwangoda (Q. 849/2025) Read →
- 8 July 2025 The Hon. Ruwanthilaka Jayakody JJB AI summary Hon. Ruwanthilaka Jayakody asked whether legal action had been taken against a local politician who, while responsible for the relevant Pradeshiya Sabha, allegedly failed to act when land reserved for public amenities in the “Amba Sevana Watta” subdivision and another location was used by his brother. He noted that such reserved land, typically 10 per cent of larger subdivisions, is intended for common amenities and questioned the Minister on enforcement of the relevant legal obligations. Oral Question: Common Lands Allotted in Private Land Sales in Minuwangoda (Q. 849/2025) Read →
- 8 July 2025 The Hon. (Prof.) A.H.M.H. Abayarathna - Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government JJB AI summary In response to a parliamentary question, the Minister stated that 99 plots of common land under the Minuwangoda Pradeshiya Sabha have been identified, with details placed in the Library as an annex. He said inquiries are ongoing to verify the continued existence of such lands and identify any unauthorized occupation, after which further details will be submitted. He also confirmed that two common plots in “Amba Sevana Watta” within Paragahawatta Estate, Nilpanagoda, are allegedly occupied by an unauthorized person, with further action to follow after inquiries. Oral Question: Common Lands Allotted in Private Land Sales in Minuwangoda (Q. 849/2025) Read →
- 8 July 2025 The Hon. Ruwanthilaka Jayakody JJB AI summary Asked the Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government about common lands transferred to the Minuwangoda Pradeshiya Sabha when private lands are subdivided for sale. He sought details on the number and extent of such lands, whether any are being used for private purposes, the identities of alleged encroachers, and legal action taken. He also asked specifically about alleged unauthorized construction and reclamation on common land at “Amba Sevana Watta” in Nilpanagoda by a brother of a local politician, and whether action has been taken. Oral Question: Common Lands Allotted in Private Land Sales in Minuwangoda (Q. 849/2025) Read →
- 8 July 2025 The Hon. Wasantha Samarasinghe - Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development JJB AI summary The Minister stated that a cooperative entity approved in the North-Central Province cannot use that approval to operate branches nationwide, noting reported links to Aranayake through a director. He said the North-Central Governor and Commissioner have been instructed to expedite the inquiry, with a report to be presented soon, and added that legal action would follow where gaps in cooperative law have been exploited. Oral Question: Registered Co-operative Societies and Banks in North-Central Province (Q. 845/2025) Read →
- 8 July 2025 The Hon. Susantha Kumara Nawarathna JJB AI summary Hon. Susantha Kumara Nawarathna raised concern that co-operatives, including “Saubhagya” in Sabaragamuwa, are being established for various agendas, including political purposes. He asked when the ongoing investigation report could be presented and what legal action would follow. Oral Question: Registered Co-operative Societies and Banks in North-Central Province (Q. 845/2025) Read →
- 8 July 2025 The Hon. Wasantha Samarasinghe - Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development JJB AI summary The Minister said registration powers under the Co-operative Societies law, vested in Provincial Councils, may have been misused to establish entities operating as financial institutions under the co-operative name. He stated that investigations are examining member enrolment, elections, interim Boards, Board appointments, the source of assets exceeding Rs. 1 billion, and approvals reportedly granted by a former Governor. He also questioned whether branches opened in Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa complied with the law and Central Bank regulations, citing possible money laundering concerns. Oral Question: Registered Co-operative Societies and Banks in North-Central Province (Q. 845/2025) Read →
- 8 July 2025 The Hon. Susantha Kumara Nawarathna JJB AI summary Hon. Susantha Kumara Nawarathna asked the Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development for details on registered limited-liability multi-purpose co-operative societies, co-operative bank societies, and branches in the Anuradhapura District, including the methodology used to establish them. He also sought specific information on the Saubhagya Co-operative Society Ltd. and the Anuradhapura District Rural Capital Development Co-operative Society Ltd., including registration details, addresses and ownership, compliance with required co-operative formation procedures, and whether employee recruitment had approval from the North-Central Province Co-operative Employees Commission. Oral Question: Registered Co-operative Societies and Banks in North-Central Province (Q. 845/2025) Read →
- 8 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Najith Indika JJB AI summary Asked the Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs whether he is aware of the President’s announcement to resume seven suspended criminal investigations, and sought the current status of the inquiry into the 2011 disappearance in Jaffna of political activists Lalith Weeraraj and Kugan Muruganandan. He further requested information on whether investigations into other unresolved post-war disappearances in the North and East have been completed, whether political interference delayed such inquiries, and what measures are being taken if so. Oral Question: Disappearances in North-East after Civil War (Q. 516/2025) Read →
- 8 July 2025 The Hon. (Prof.) Sena Nanayakkara JJB AI summary Hon. (Prof.) Sena Nanayakkara stated that the media has significant influence over social, economic, political and cultural life and can contribute either positively or negatively. He raised concern over declining media ethics and asked what measures the Government intends to take against media institutions that violate ethical standards. Oral Question: Television Channels and Code of Ethics (Q. 496/2025) Read →
- 30 June 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Anil Jayantha - Minister of Labour and Deputy Minister of Economic Development JJB AI summary The Minister said the Fiscal Policy Statement was presented as required under the State Finance Management Act, No. 44 of 2024, and argued that it sets out the Government’s stabilization framework, including revenue mobilization, expenditure control, deficit reduction, risk management, transparency, and accountability. He rejected Opposition claims that debt was rising without a plan, stating that the Government is targeting sustained primary surpluses and managing borrowing within a ceiling of about Rs. 4,000 billion in 2025, with limited foreign borrowing and a greater reliance on domestic financing. He also said recent debt figures had been misrepresented, citing central government debt levels from 2023 to May 2025 and attributing some changes to exchange rate movements. Debate: Motion to Adjourn on Fiscal Strategy Statement 2026 Read →
- 30 June 2025 The Hon. Dharmapriya Wijesinghe JJB AI summary Dharmapriya Wijesinghe supported the Budgetary Position Statement for 2026 as a statutory requirement preceding the Budget, arguing that Opposition Members were using the debate for political criticism rather than addressing its legal purpose. He said past administrations had undermined fiscal discipline, transparency, democratic rights, and data integrity, citing alleged misuse of public funds, audit discrepancies, and inaccurate state data. He stated that the current government is seeking to correct these problems through reforms and that the statement provides a mechanism for structuring the forthcoming Budget and restoring sound governance. Debate: Motion to Adjourn on Fiscal Strategy Statement 2026 Read →
- 30 June 2025 The Hon. Aruna Panagoda JJB AI summary Aruna Panagoda supported the Fiscal Strategy Statement 2026, arguing that it identifies fiscal problems, proposes measures to raise revenue, address gaps, strengthen legal frameworks, and restore fiscal discipline. He criticized the Opposition’s past record in government, alleging mismanagement, misuse of public funds, and attempts to undermine economic stabilization by discouraging investors. He said the Government is pursuing a new political culture based on accountability and urged the Opposition to assist rather than destabilize the recovery effort. Debate: Motion to Adjourn on Fiscal Strategy Statement 2026 Read →
- 30 June 2025 The Hon. Champika Hettiarachchi JJB AI summary Hon. Champika Hettiarachchi supported the Fiscal Strategy Statement, arguing that it is intended to prevent a recurrence of the 2022 economic collapse by strengthening fiscal discipline, protecting taxpayers’ money, and improving risk management over a five-year period. He cited recent revenue performance above targets, creation of a cash buffer for public sector salaries, increased BOI approvals and private sector credit, and infrastructure and transport measures as evidence of economic stabilization. He also referred to the Proceeds of Crime law and ongoing investigations into corruption and financial misconduct, while rejecting Opposition claims about investor flight and factory closures as inaccurate. Debate: Motion to Adjourn on Fiscal Strategy Statement 2026 Read →
- 30 June 2025 The Hon. Chathuranga Abeysinghe - Deputy Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development JJB AI summary The Deputy Minister supported the Fiscal Strategy Statement 2026 as a framework for fiscal discipline, transparency, and economic stabilization under the IMF programme. He argued that the Government has maintained the IMF framework, completed debt restructuring, enacted financial governance reforms, and presented a Budget balancing expenditure control with public and development needs. He attributed the economic crisis to long-term fiscal mismanagement, weak revenue collection, corruption, and high-cost borrowing under previous administrations, and said the Government would broaden the tax base, strengthen anti-corruption enforcement, and pursue gradual growth from about 3.2–3.5 per cent upward. Debate: Motion to Adjourn on Fiscal Strategy Statement 2026 Read →
- 30 June 2025 The Hon. Amila Prasad SJB AI summary Hon. Amila Prasad supported the Public Finance Management legislation as important to addressing past fiscal weaknesses, while arguing that Sri Lanka’s economic crisis also arose from tax cuts, lost foreign exchange inflows, conflict, political interference, and overreliance on debt. He urged the Government, beyond IMF conditions, to set clear targets and new measures to reduce the debt-servicing burden, raise revenue before repayments resume in 2028, and avoid returning to a debt-driven model. He also called for greater transparency in public finance, including disclosure on customs containers, international economic agreements, MPs’ salary arrangements, government vehicle auctions, and a shift to an online transparent tender system to curb corruption. Debate: Motion to Adjourn on Fiscal Strategy Statement 2026 Read →
- 30 June 2025 The Hon. Muhammad Faizal JJB AI summary Hon. Muhammad Faizal supported the Fiscal Strategy Statement, arguing that it is needed to address Sri Lanka’s debt burden and guide economic recovery. He criticized past governments for imprudent borrowing and spending on non-essential projects, and urged that future borrowing be planned, limited to essential needs, and directed toward productive sectors such as local manufacturing, agriculture, transport infrastructure, and tourism. He highlighted the development of Kalpitiya as a tourism hub as an example of the current Government’s approach. Debate: Motion to Adjourn on Fiscal Strategy Statement 2026 Read →
- 30 June 2025 Documents tabled AI summary Documents tabled set out forthcoming Fiscal Risk Statement disclosures, including IMF SOE Health Check Tool assessments for 41 non-financial State-owned enterprises and associated risk ratings. They outline recent SOE risk-mitigation and reform measures, including cost-reflective utility pricing, liability restructuring, sectoral competition reforms, SriLankan Airlines and water sector restructuring actions, and governance strengthening across major SOEs. The documents also detail statutory Fiscal Strategy Statement requirements under the Public Financial Management Act, No. 44 of 2024, and policy measures to support fiscal sustainability, including new debt and fiscal management laws, tax base-broadening and indexation measures, personal income tax adjustments, and modernization initiatives at the Inland Revenue Department, Customs and Excise Department. Debate: Motion to Adjourn on Fiscal Strategy Statement 2026 Read →