Topic
Education
1,409 speeches · 257 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. Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, M.P. JJB | 213 |
| 2 | Hon. (Dr.) Madhura Senevirathna, M.P. JJB | 99 |
| 3 | Hon. Sajith Premadasa, M.P. SJB | 51 |
| 4 | Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa, M.P. JJB | 29 |
| 5 | Hon. (Mrs.) Rohini Kumari Wijerathna, M.P. SJB | 25 |
| 6 | Hon. Ravi Karunanayake, M.P. NDF | 25 |
| 7 | Hon. Nalin Hewage, M.P. JJB | 21 |
| 8 | Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake, M.P. NDF | 18 |
| 9 | Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney at Law, M.P. SJB | 17 |
| 10 | Hon. Gayantha Karunathilleka, M.P. SJB | 17 |
Speeches
1,409 on this topic- 22 August 2025 The Hon. Ravi Karunanayake NDF AI summary Hon. Ravi Karunanayake cited reports of high emigration among State university graduates and argued that graduates educated with public funds should either serve Sri Lanka for a minimum period or repay the cost if they leave without fulfilling service obligations. He presented a draft bill on the issue and asked the Prime Minister and Minister of Education to provide data on graduate departures, public education costs, bond breaches, recoveries, and monitoring mechanisms over the past decade. He also called for reforms to make repayment enforceable, including through foreign missions, and for an annual public report on graduate migration, bond compliance and cost recovery. Oral Questions (Second Round and Standing Order 27(2) Questions) Read →
- 22 August 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary On behalf of the Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, Bimal Rathnayake tabled a written answer on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s official visit to Germany from 11 to 13 June 2025. The answer stated that the visit sought to strengthen bilateral and EU-related economic ties, promote investment, tourism, vocational training and cooperation in sectors including renewable energy, IT, logistics and hospitality, with meetings held with German political leaders and business bodies. It reported investor interest and possible expansion by German companies in Sri Lanka, and placed the visit expenditure at Rs. 2,533,748.91 with an annexure in the Library. Oral Questions (Second Round and Standing Order 27(2) Questions) Read →
- 22 August 2025 Hon. (Prof.) L.M. Abeywickrama JJB AI summary Hon. (Prof.) L.M. Abeywickrama raised concern that a project on which about Rs. 1,432 million had been spent was abandoned after 2019 and is now deteriorating and exposed to damage. He noted that previous efforts to hand the premises over to the University had not progressed and asked whether the Ministry would intervene to restart the process and bring the asset into use. Oral Questions and Answers (Q.846/2025, Q.1024/2025, Q.1068/2025, Q.1070/2025, Q.1073/2025, Q.1076/2025, Q.1092/2025) Read →
- 21 August 2025 The Hon. Eranga Weeraratne - Deputy Minister of Digital Economy JJB AI summary Eranga Weeraratne outlined the Government’s ongoing digitalization programme, including digital IDs expected from around April, expansion of GovPay to nearly 100 institutions and over 1,200 services, and work on digital TV, driving licences, e-passports, agriculture support systems and justice-sector efficiency. He emphasized that implementation requires participation from the public sector, private sector, academia, schools and citizens, with awareness campaigns to increase usage. He announced that September will be designated “Digital Month” with a 100-day programme featuring events on investment, fintech, AI, cybersecurity and public experience centres, alongside plans for 5G, school digital upgrades and improved digital services in transport, health and education toward 2030 targets. Adjournment Motion: Government's Initiative towards an Inclusive Digital Economy Read →
- 21 August 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Sandaruwan Madarasinghe JJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Sandaruwan Madarasinghe seconded the Adjournment Motion on digitalization, arguing that Sri Lanka has lagged behind other countries in technology adoption while regional competitors advance. He emphasized the need to involve the State, private sector, education system, international experts, institutions and the diaspora, with early action in schools and universities to improve computer literacy. He noted ongoing Government initiatives such as digital ID and e-passports, stating that digitalizing public institutions would improve efficiency, ease transactions, support crime control and reduce corruption. Adjournment Motion: Government's Initiative towards an Inclusive Digital Economy Read →
- 21 August 2025 The Hon. Rajeevan Jeyachandramoorthy JJB AI summary Rajeevan Jeyachandramoorthy asked whether the Government would support and develop traditional medical institutions such as the century-old Sri Lanka Ayurveda Siddha College and its practitioners. He argued that prioritizing indigenous medicine, local herbs, and traditional formulations could reduce imported drug costs, meet domestic demand, preserve traditional systems, and promote medical tourism. Oral Questions: Second Round (Q.971/2025 and others) Read →
- 21 August 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa – Minister of Health and Mass Media AI summary The Minister responded to a Standing Order 27(2) question by clarifying the legal and institutional framework for Indigenous Medicine education and practice. He stated that there are no “Ayurveda medical colleges” under that name, only four university faculties of Indigenous Medicine, and that the Jaffna Shastri college registered under the Ayurveda Act was among 20 such colleges suspended from end-2017, with only the final 2017 intake being allowed to complete examinations. He said the Ayurveda Education and Hospitals Board has no legal authority to approve new indigenous medical colleges or award degrees, while practitioner registration documents are handled by the Ayurvedic Medical Council. He further stated that no new institution or salary scheme for traditional physicians is envisaged, support is provided through existing bodies, and registered practitioners must renew registration every five years on payment of the approved Rs. 6,000 fee. Oral Questions: Second Round (Q.971/2025 and others) Read →
- 20 August 2025 The Hon. M.S. Abthul Wazeeth SLMC AI summary Hon. M.S. Abthul Wazeeth raised concern over reports that the Eastern Province Pre-school Office in Batticaloa may be moved back to Trincomalee, noting the added travel burden on pre-school teachers from remote areas including Paanama, Pottuvil, Akkaraipattu and Attalay Chandai. He requested the Minister to keep the office functioning in Batticaloa District. He also urged the expedited establishment of a model fishing village and boatyard in Kuda Kalliyadi to address recurring conflicts between fishermen and tourists and support local fishermen. Debate: Samurdhi (Amendment) Bill, Rubber Control (Amendment) Bill, Sports Law Regulations, and Judicature Act Rules Read →
- 20 August 2025 The Hon. Eranga Gunasekara - Deputy Minister of Youth Affairs JJB AI summary Deputy Minister Eranga Gunasekara responded to concerns about the Embilipitiya Leadership Training Centre, stating that the Ministry is reviewing it, seeking transfer of its 35-acre land from the National Housing Development Authority, and has allocated funds to develop it into a multi-purpose, adventure-based training facility. He rejected claims of inaction and said the centre is already generating revenue under dedicated officials. He then turned to the Sports Act regulations, framing them within the Government’s broader commitment to sport. Debate: Samurdhi (Amendment) Bill, Rubber Control (Amendment) Bill, Sports Law Regulations, and Judicature Act Rules Read →
- 20 August 2025 The Hon. (Ms.) Ambika Samivel JJB AI summary Hon. (Ms.) Ambika Samivel spoke during the debate on the Samurdhi and Births and Deaths Registration Amendment Bills and Sports Act regulations, focusing on the need to develop sports among youth in the Hill Country and Uva areas. She said many schools and communities lack grounds, equipment, and coaches despite producing talented athletes, and criticized past reliance on election-time token support instead of sustained development. She highlighted the absence of a fully equipped ground in her electorate and the closure of the Diathalawa Polo Ground, and urged the Government to identify, train, and support local athletes, particularly volleyball players, to reach national and international levels. Debate: Samurdhi (Amendment) Bill, Rubber Control (Amendment) Bill, Sports Law Regulations, and Judicature Act Rules Read →
- 20 August 2025 Hon. Nanda Bandara JJB AI summary Hon. Nanda Bandara supported amendments to the Samurdhi Act, arguing that past poverty alleviation schemes had failed to reduce poverty adequately and had encouraged dependency rather than self-reliance. He said the amendments would strengthen financial discipline and transparency in Samurdhi community banks, improve concessional livelihood credit, and require monitoring after loans are issued to ensure productive use. He also backed reforms under Aswesuma, including People’s Power Committees, reduced political interference, vocational training, market access, and village-level empowerment programmes aimed at reducing poor households by 2030. Debate: Samurdhi (Amendment) Bill, Rubber Control (Amendment) Bill, Sports Law Regulations, and Judicature Act Rules Read →
- 20 August 2025 Hon. Imran Maharoof SJB AI summary Hon. Imran Maharoof, during debate on the Samurdhi (Amendment) Bill, urged the Government to reschedule the 2025 GCE Ordinary Level Examination because its announced start date falls on the first day of Ramadan in 2026. He also requested permanency for long-serving civilian contract workers in Army establishments, citing unresolved applications and age limits, and called for intervention over reports that Muslim nurses and midwives in Trincomalee are being barred from wearing cultural attire at work. He further criticised the Government for not implementing promised reforms and for engaging in public ceremonial practices it had previously opposed. Debate: Samurdhi (Amendment) Bill, Rubber Control (Amendment) Bill, Sports Law Regulations, and Judicature Act Rules Read →
- 20 August 2025 Hon. Dinesh Hemantha JJB AI summary Hon. Dinesh Hemantha supported the Sports Law regulations, arguing that they are intended to depoliticize sports bodies by barring elected representatives and ministers from holding or contesting key positions in sports associations and by limiting presidents and secretaries to eight years in office. He said the Government is creating systems to identify and nurture young athletes earlier through schools, district-level pooling, advisory structures, and pathways toward events such as the 2028 Olympics. He also criticized practices where officials benefit from overseas travel while athletes lack support, and said the regulations would prioritize athlete welfare and proper allocation of facilities. Debate: Samurdhi (Amendment) Bill, Rubber Control (Amendment) Bill, Sports Law Regulations, and Judicature Act Rules Read →
- 20 August 2025 The Hon. Sugath Thilakaratne - Deputy Minister of Sports JJB AI summary Deputy Minister Sugath Thilakaratne defended the Ministry’s support for athletes, stating that nutrition allowances and air tickets for approved overseas tours are being provided across sports. He said new regulations under the Sports Law No. 25 of 1973 will impose term limits on federation office-bearers to improve governance, reduce entrenched administration, and prioritize athlete development. He outlined plans for Olympic-focused squads for 2028 and 2032, foreign coaching and technical support in selected sports, expanded school sports funding, coach recruitment, athlete insurance, and development of sports tourism and the sports economy. Debate: Samurdhi (Amendment) Bill, Rubber Control (Amendment) Bill, Sports Law Regulations, and Judicature Act Rules Read →
- 20 August 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Madhura Senevirathna - Deputy Minister of Education and Higher Education JJB AI summary Deputy Minister Madhura Senevirathna responded to a matter raised by Hon. Withanage, stating that the professorial unit for the University of Moratuwa was established on scientific grounds. He said the recommended site, 52.111/1, was unavailable, so the unit was located at Nagoda, and assured Parliament that there would be no delay and students could graduate on time. Debate: Samurdhi (Amendment) Bill, Rubber Control (Amendment) Bill, Sports Law Regulations, and Judicature Act Rules Read →
- 20 August 2025 The Hon. Hesha Withanage Ankumbura Arachchi SJB AI summary Hon. Hesha Withanage Ankumbura Arachchi raised an urgent concern that clinical placements at Neville Fernando Hospital for final-year medical students of the University of Moratuwa may have been stopped, urging the Education and Health Ministers to resolve the matter to avoid delays in degree completion. He questioned the Sports Ministry’s reform agenda, particularly the delayed regulations promised for Sri Lanka Cricket, and asked for clarification on governance, funding, and accountability issues involving SLC. He also sought answers on the suitability of Sanath Jayasuriya serving as national Head Coach while facing ICC charges, the status of the proposed Polhena cricket stadium, and the Ministry’s use of over Rs. 400 million reportedly provided by SLC. Debate: Samurdhi (Amendment) Bill, Rubber Control (Amendment) Bill, Sports Law Regulations, and Judicature Act Rules Read →
- 20 August 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa JJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa stated that the Government would proceed with facilities needed for medical education and related services, noting that the Minister of Transport had intervened to provide land at the Kalutara Depot for a Faculty of Medicine building. He also said a DOD building would be constructed affiliated to the Karapitiya/Gallassa Maternity and Children’s Hospital, with the aim of establishing a fully fledged Faculty of Medicine and Teaching Hospital. Oral Question: Staffing at Gallassa Maternity and Children's Hospital (Q.5/2025) Read →
- 20 August 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa - Minister of Health and Mass Media and Chief Government Whip JJB AI summary The Minister stated that, based on previous experience establishing professorial units in universities such as Rajarata, Uva Wellassa, Wayamba and Sabaragamuwa, the Government is proceeding with efforts to commence the professorial unit for the 12th medical faculty. He noted that the Minister and Secretary had to intervene more than usual due to concerns raised within the sector, and appealed for cooperation to increase the country’s doctor output even if the unit cannot begin as a fully-fledged facility from the first day. Oral Question: Staffing at Gallassa Maternity and Children's Hospital (Q.5/2025) Read →
- 20 August 2025 The Hon. Rohitha Abeygunawardhana NDF AI summary Rohitha Abeygunawardhana asked about the Moratuwa Medical Faculty professorial unit, noting his involvement in identifying sites and saying it is nearing commencement. He urged the Minister not to give in to reported obstruction by some doctors and to proceed with the unit so more doctors can be trained in Sri Lanka. Oral Question: Staffing at Gallassa Maternity and Children's Hospital (Q.5/2025) Read →
- 19 August 2025 The Hon. Eranga Gunasekara - Deputy Minister of Youth Affairs JJB AI summary Deputy Minister Eranga Gunasekara defended the Government’s youth initiatives as inclusive of all ethnic and religious communities, rejecting claims of bias and linking some criticisms to electoral motives. He said over 300,000 youth are involved through structures from Grama Niladhari level to the National Council, and that a national youth action plan is being developed with the UN to implement the NPP Youth Charter from the following year. He outlined plans to connect youth representatives to local and district development processes and to establish a modernized Youth Parliament covering all 25 districts and linked to the 24 ministries. He also said the Government is reviewing issues relating to Development Officers and teacher appointments following court developments, with the aim of resolving them systematically. Adjournment Motion: Youth Engagement for Sustainable Development Goals Read →