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- 20 May 2025 The Hon. Susantha Kumara Nawarathna JJB AI summary Hon. Susantha Kumara Nawarathna asked what action would be taken against alleged political acquisition of reservoir reservation lands in Anuradhapura, particularly around Nuwara Weva. He cited specific lands allegedly held under the names of relatives of former Ministers S. M. Chandrasena and Shehan Semasinghe, while noting that many ordinary people still lack clear land titles or face difficulties in obtaining land. Oral Questions: Irrigation Reservoirs and Land Settlement (Q.578/2025 and Q.3519/2025) Read →
- 20 May 2025 The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law - Minister of Justice and National Integration JJB AI summary The Minister of Justice and National Integration presented an Order made under the Anti-Corruption Act, No. 9 of 2023, as directed by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption and published in Extraordinary Gazette No. 2428/43 of 20 March 2025. He moved that the Order be referred to the Ministerial Consultative Committee on Justice and National Integration, and the motion was agreed to. Papers Presented and Committee Reports Read →
- 9 May 2025 The Hon. (Mrs.) Hiruni Wijesinghe, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary Hon. Hiruni Wijesinghe supported the Motion to put unused buildings from past development projects into public use, arguing that many were built without assessing local need, access, or economic value and have since remained abandoned. She cited unmet needs in education and health, including unfinished multi-storey structures at Chilaw General Hospital, and said the Government had cancelled problematic PPP-style agreements and allocated funds to complete such facilities. She also referred to reusing abandoned paddy stores, identifying underused ministry buildings, and creating a national inventory and data system for state-owned buildings, with funds allocated to bring halted projects to usable standards. Private Members' Motion (P.38/2025): Utilization of Abandoned Development Projects Read →
- 9 May 2025 The Hon. Ruwanthilaka Jayakody JJB AI summary Hon. Ruwanthilaka Jayakody supported the Motion to bring unused buildings constructed under past development projects into public use, arguing that many such projects were politically driven and not based on local needs. He cited Gampaha District, where he said about 289 buildings from various special projects remain unused or incomplete due to issues such as lack of electricity, sanitation, access roads, or clear purpose. He stated that the Gampaha District Development Committee has decided to prepare a report assessing the cost and steps needed to make these buildings usable and to adapt them for practical public purposes. Private Members' Motion (P.38/2025): Utilization of Abandoned Development Projects Read →
- 9 May 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna supported the Motion and referred to the former Government’s construction of a “Presidential Palace” in Jaffna on land acquired from displaced or deceased residents. He said the current President and Minister Bimal Rathnayake had promised to convert it for public use, but no action had followed after seven months. He urged the Government to be transparent about whether funds are available and questioned whether it genuinely wants proposals or assistance from local representatives. Private Members' Motion (P.38/2025): Utilization of Abandoned Development Projects Read →
- 9 May 2025 The Hon. Nishantha Perera JJB AI summary Hon. Nishantha Perera seconded Hon. Lal Premanath’s Motion on repurposing old and partially built public structures, arguing that such unused buildings represent wasted national wealth and borrowed public funds. He cited examples from Elpitiya, including post-tsunami Pradeshiya Sabha buildings, a disputed library project, and a COVID-era building allegedly constructed on private land, and linked such waste to broader public hardships during the economic crisis. He urged the Government to act quickly to convert these structures into productive assets. Private Members' Motion (P.38/2025): Utilization of Abandoned Development Projects Read →
- 9 May 2025 The Hon. Dinindu Saman Hennayake JJB AI summary Dinindu Saman Hennayake seconded Ravindra Bandara’s Motion to import only buses meeting public transport standards, arguing that past mismanagement and politicization weakened the CTB/SLTB and reduced service quality. He said the National People’s Power Government’s manifesto prioritizes strengthening public transport, including for rural communities, and noted Budget plans to import 1,000 new buses. He cited the repair of 65 buses by Lakdiv Engineers and SLTB revenue of Rs. 204 million per day in April as recent measures, and called for ending the use of lorry-chassis and lorry-engine buses in favour of safer, more comfortable public transport. Private Members' Motion (P.37/2025): Public Transport Standards and Bus Specifications Read →
- 9 May 2025 The Hon. Harini Amarasuriya - Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education JJB AI summary The Prime Minister stated that continuous auditing already exists for ministries, departments and statutory bodies through the National Audit Office and related committee processes, but audit findings often recur because corrective action is not taken properly or on time. She said the Government will strengthen the authority of Accountants and Chief Accountants through circulars, refer disciplinary and legal matters promptly, and improve implementation of audit recommendations through the Ministry of Finance. She also proposed amending Standing Orders to allow COPE and COPA to make binding decisions, strengthening surcharge processes for misuse of public funds or property, and treating such findings as impediments to appointments and promotions. Private Members' Motion (P.19/2024): Course of Action for Implementing Audit Recommendations Read →
- 9 May 2025 The Hon. G.G. Ponnambalam ACTC AI summary Hon. G.G. Ponnambalam supported the Private Member’s Motion calling for action to implement Audit Report recommendations, arguing that non-implementation of official recommendations and even constitutional provisions reflects a broader failure in public administration. He linked this to the Government’s unfulfilled pledge to repeal the Prevention of Terrorism Act, noting that it continues to be used despite being described by Government leaders as draconian. He specifically requested action on the cases of detainees S. Kirupakaran and Aravinthan Ananthavarman, including Kirupakaran’s transfer request and Ananthavarman’s prolonged detention and ill health. Private Members' Motion (P.19/2024): Course of Action for Implementing Audit Recommendations Read →
- 9 May 2025 The Hon. U.P. Abeywickrama, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary Hon. U.P. Abeywickrama defended the Government’s record during its first six months, citing elections, the Budget, and the passage of the Proceeds of Crime law as evidence of progress. He said the Motion to implement Audit recommendations was consistent with Government efforts to strengthen institutions, but argued that such reforms require time and ethical governance as well as legislation. He referred to recent and ongoing corruption-related proceedings, including a sentencing in the North Central Province case and delays in a 2018 bribery case, to argue that the rule of law is now being applied more equally. He also stated that action would be taken against those responsible in the case of the deceased schoolgirl and that relevant institutions would be strengthened. Private Members' Motion (P.19/2024): Course of Action for Implementing Audit Recommendations Read →
- 9 May 2025 The Hon. Mujibur Rahman SJB AI summary Mujibur Rahman said allegations that a former Colombo District candidate insulted a child should be determined through investigations, noting that police protection had reportedly been provided because of those allegations. He argued that institutional responses to such incidents were too slow, citing a transfer made only after six months, and urged immediate action and broader “system change” while supporting Chaminda Wijesiri’s Motion. Private Members' Motion (P.19/2024): Course of Action for Implementing Audit Recommendations Read →
- 9 May 2025 The Hon. Mujibur Rahman SJB AI summary Mujibur Rahman supported the motion on COPE recommendations but argued that public institutions suffer from weak implementation and inadequate internal financial and disciplinary checks. He said corruption includes sexual bribery and raised concerns over the handling of a schoolgirl’s suicide linked to alleged child abuse by a teacher, citing delays in the police complaint process, arrest, interdiction, and transfer. He questioned why the Education Ministry acted only months later and alleged unequal treatment and protection for the accused because of political connections. Private Members' Motion (P.19/2024): Course of Action for Implementing Audit Recommendations Read →
- 9 May 2025 The Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri SJB AI summary Chaminda Wijesiri argued that audit queries should not be treated as proven findings or used for political purposes, noting that only matters established through replies and surcharges should lead to legal action. He urged the Government to disclose surcharged cases, seek the Attorney General’s advice, and refer proven corruption, fraud and bribery matters to court regardless of political affiliation. He also called on the Justice Minister to introduce necessary legal processes and criticized the lack of visible action on alleged corruption despite prior promises. Private Members' Motion (P.19/2024): Course of Action for Implementing Audit Recommendations Read →
- 9 May 2025 The Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri SJB AI summary Chaminda Wijesiri moved a resolution calling on the Government to establish a programme to implement recommendations in Audit Reports to prevent fraud and corruption in ministries, departments, and statutory bodies. He said the proposal reflects commitments previously made by the present Government on political platforms and presented it as a reminder to act on those commitments. Private Members' Motion (P.19/2024): Course of Action for Implementing Audit Recommendations Read →
- 9 May 2025 The Hon. Rohana Bandara AI summary The Hon. Rohana Bandara accused the Government of denying political appointments while allegedly appointing a defeated Colombo District candidate as Ambassador to Cuba, and challenged it to answer truthfully. He argued that the Government was relying on blame, hatred, and publicity rather than addressing economic and administrative failures, warning of electoral consequences at future Provincial Council Elections. He said the Opposition’s role is to point out shortcomings on behalf of citizens and consumers, and urged the Government to face reality and correct its failures instead of blaming previous administrations. Private Members' Motion (P.12/2024): Enhancing State Sector Involvement in Food Import and Distribution Read →
- 9 May 2025 The Hon. Rohana Bandara AI summary Rohana Bandara alleged that documents signed by the Sathosa Chairman relate to a land purchase for Rs. 10 million and questioned whether such a purchase could be made. He linked the matter to Sathosa’s rice imports and claimed that others may be misusing the relevant official’s name to commit fraud during rice import activities. Private Members' Motion (P.12/2024): Enhancing State Sector Involvement in Food Import and Distribution Read →
- 9 May 2025 The Hon. Rohana Bandara AI summary Rohana Bandara criticized the Government’s handling of agricultural imports, alleging that rice and pulse releases were rushed without proper checks, resulting in poor-quality supplies and difficulties for farmers. He questioned the Minister on issues involving rice, ulundu and green gram, and argued that the Government’s claims of effective management were not reflected in practice. He also raised concerns that official names and import permissions may have been misused for wrongdoing, including land grabbing. Private Members' Motion (P.12/2024): Enhancing State Sector Involvement in Food Import and Distribution Read →
- 9 May 2025 The Hon. Rohana Bandara AI summary Rohana Bandara briefly challenged the Government’s claim that it is rebuilding the country, saying no visible progress is evident despite its statements. He repeatedly asked that his allotted time not be taken. Private Members' Motion (P.12/2024): Enhancing State Sector Involvement in Food Import and Distribution Read →
- 9 May 2025 The Hon. Wasantha Samarasinghe JJB AI summary Hon. Wasantha Samarasinghe alleged that loans to the “Shakthi” rice millers’ co-operative in Polonnaruwa resulted in an Rs. 800 million loss. He cited an internal audit report, stating that it recorded rice being given to Hon. T. B. Sarath and to the person he was addressing, implying the matter required scrutiny. Private Members' Motion (P.12/2024): Enhancing State Sector Involvement in Food Import and Distribution Read →
- 9 May 2025 The Hon. Wasantha Samarasinghe - Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Co-operative Development JJB AI summary Minister Wasantha Samarasinghe said the Government is already implementing policies related to diplomatic appointments, housing, MPs’ pensions, and food security, and has established a multi-ministry Food Security Committee to address shortages. He criticised past decisions to wind down Sathosa and the Co-operative Wholesale Establishment, citing major debts, losses, asset sales and disrupted distribution, and rejected the “Shakthi Sahal” model on the basis of audit findings showing losses and unpaid dues. He outlined plans to rebuild wholesale and co-operative distribution, form producer co-operatives, restart CWE facilities, purchase paddy at guaranteed prices, sell rice at controlled prices, provide fertilizer subsidies, address new demand from liquor and poultry-feed industries, and use storage capacity such as the Dambulla cool rooms to stabilise supply and consumer prices. Private Members' Motion (P.12/2024): Enhancing State Sector Involvement in Food Import and Distribution Read →