Topic
Justice & Human Rights
2,079 speeches · 258 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. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney at Law, M.P. JJB | 162 |
| 2 | Hon. Sajith Premadasa, M.P. SJB | 96 |
| 3 | Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna, M.P. Independent Group 17 - Jaffna | 84 |
| 4 | Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney at Law, M.P. SJB | 79 |
| 5 | Hon. Ajith P. Perera, M.P. SJB | 71 |
| 6 | Hon. Ananda Wijepala, M.P. JJB | 67 |
| 7 | Hon. Mujibur Rahman, M.P. SJB | 60 |
| 8 | Hon. Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, M.P. JJB | 52 |
| 9 | Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam, M.P. ITAK | 48 |
| 10 | Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa, M.P. JJB | 47 |
Speeches
2,079 on this topic- 21 January 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa JJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa responded to a Standing Order 27(2) question covering Akkaraipattu Base Hospital, Tellippalai Base Hospital and Jaffna Teaching Hospital, while cautioning that such broad questions could create time-management difficulties. He stated that the Akkaraipattu Medical Superintendent, Dr. I.M. Jawahir, was appointed with Public Service Commission approval and that several complaints against him have led to cautions, concluded files, and ongoing preliminary inquiries into alleged financial irregularities, treatment delays and an unauthorized media briefing. He said the GMOA demand for the MS’s removal could not be acted on before inquiries are completed, as pre-judgment may expose officials to litigation, and described the strike as unjustified due to its impact on the public. On Tellippalai Base Hospital, he said complaints are under disciplinary review, with a Governor-appointed fact-finding committee and a Ministry Rapid Response Unit preliminary inquiry proceeding. Second Round of Oral Questions and Standing Order clarification Read →
- 21 January 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised a Standing Order 27(2) question to the Minister of Health on alleged administrative irregularities and trade union action affecting Akkaraipattu, Tellippalai and Jaffna hospitals. He sought details on the legality of the Akkaraipattu Medical Superintendent’s appointment, complaints and inquiries, and the GMOA’s strike demands, and asked whether ministerial action had been taken. He also questioned disciplinary proceedings and alleged financial irregularities at Tellippalai Base Hospital, including a claimed Rs. 38 million diversion through a private bank account linked to the oncology unit. He further asked about the failure of CT scanners at Jaffna Teaching Hospital and whether patients were being referred to a private hospital at public expense. Second Round of Oral Questions and Standing Order clarification Read →
- 21 January 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) M.L.A.M. Hizbullah SLMC AI summary Under Standing Order 27(2), Hon. (Dr.) M.L.A.M. Hizbullah asked the Minister of Justice and National Integration about colonial-era Gazette notifications that declared local leaders “traitors” and confiscated their rights and property. He noted that previous Gazettes in 2016 and 2017 exonerated and honoured several freedom fighters, but seven Muslim leaders from present-day Ampara, Batticaloa and Trincomalee remain on the list. He requested that these seven individuals be officially cleared and declared “National Heroes” and “Patriots” by Gazette. Second Round of Oral Questions and Standing Order clarification Read →
- 21 January 2026 The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law - Minister of Justice and National Integration JJB AI summary Under Section 27 of the Office for Reparations Act, reparations are available to persons affected by armed conflict in the Northern and Eastern Provinces, political unrest or civil disturbances, serious long-term harm, enforced disappearances, or property damage. The Minister stated that incidents described as “mob violence” would need to fall within these defined categories, particularly political unrest or civil disturbances, to qualify for assistance under the Government’s 2022 reparations policy. He added that compensation schemes are implemented without district- or province-based distinctions. Oral Question No. 3 (1009/2025) - Government reparations and compensation Read →
- 21 January 2026 The Hon. Rajeevan Jeyachandramoorthy JJB AI summary Asked the Minister of Justice and National Integration whether the Government has introduced, or plans to introduce, assistance for victims of mob violence and their families, including compensation, medical support, and rehabilitation. He sought details on the implementation status of any such schemes in affected districts or provinces, and whether circulars, guidelines, or policy frameworks have been issued to Provincial Councils or District Secretariats to ensure timely and long-term support. Oral Question No. 3 (1009/2025) - Government reparations and compensation Read →
- 21 January 2026 The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law - Minister of Justice and National Integration JJB AI summary The Minister said prison overcrowding and delays in Government Analyst reports were longstanding issues, noting that facilities built for about 10,500 inmates held around 28,000 when the Government took office. He stated that approval had been obtained to recruit 50 officers for the Government Analyst’s Department, with further vacancies to be filled, aiming to issue reports within three months. He also said drug-related bail delays arise because current law sends cases involving over 10 grams to the Court of Appeal before a GA report clarifies jurisdiction, and that amendments are being pursued to allow High Courts to grant bail. He added that voluntary rehabilitation programmes exist under the Ministry of Public Security, while acknowledging complications involving offenders who also possess drugs. Oral Question No. 2 (812/2025) - Prison overcrowding Read →
- 21 January 2026 The Hon. Mujibur Rahuman SJB AI summary Mujibur Rahuman raised concerns that detainees are being held for years without Government Analyst’s reports, preventing bail and contributing to prison overcrowding. He also questioned whether a concrete rehabilitation programme exists for drug-addicted youth in prison to support their reintegration into society and prevent further criminalization. Oral Question No. 2 (812/2025) - Prison overcrowding Read →
- 21 January 2026 The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law - Minister of Justice and National Integration JJB AI summary The Minister acknowledged prison overcrowding and said the Government is expanding capacity in existing facilities, adding new sections, and repurposing suitable State-owned buildings rather than waiting for new construction. He identified delays in Government Analyst reports, caused by staff shortages, as a major factor in remand congestion and said recruitment is under way to speed up reports and bail applications. He also noted plans to expand community-based corrections, which diverted 16,000–17,000 offenders last year, and to amend drug-related bail laws so High Courts can grant bail instead of requiring applications only to the Court of Appeal. Oral Question No. 2 (812/2025) - Prison overcrowding Read →
- 21 January 2026 The Hon. Mujibur Rahuman SJB AI summary Mujibur Rahuman raised concern over severe prison overcrowding, noting that facilities designed for about 10,500 inmates or suspects currently hold more than 38,500 people. He asked the Minister whether measures would be implemented soon to reduce overcrowding and ease pressure on prison facilities, including healthcare. Oral Question No. 2 (812/2025) - Prison overcrowding Read →
- 21 January 2026 The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law - Minister of Justice and National Integration JJB AI summary The Minister of Justice and National Integration stated that a Cabinet Memorandum to establish a consultative mechanism to regularize sentencing was submitted on 14 May 2025 and approved on 2 June 2025, with the Committee first meeting on 18 July 2025. He listed the Committee’s members, including representatives from the judiciary, Parliament, Attorney-General’s Department, academia, police, medical services, and the Ministry. He said the Committee is still functioning and has not yet submitted recommendations, so related follow-up matters do not arise. Oral Question No. 2 (812/2025) - Prison overcrowding Read →
- 21 January 2026 The Hon. Mujibur Rahuman SJB AI summary Mujibur Rahuman asked the Minister of Justice and National Integration to provide details on the most recent committee appointed to examine prison overcrowding in Sri Lanka. He sought the committee’s appointment date, membership, recommendations to reduce overcrowding, and the measures planned for implementing those recommendations, or an explanation if such information could not be provided. Oral Question No. 2 (812/2025) - Prison overcrowding Read →
- 20 January 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna criticized the President’s visit to the North, arguing that Tamil communities sought justice rather than symbolic gestures, and demanded land releases around Palaly, action against Indian trawlers, housing for displaced persons, and attention to missing or detained persons. He raised concerns about alleged unequal law enforcement involving an NPP Member and highlighted disruptions in Eastern Province hospitals over fingerprint attendance requirements for doctors. He also alleged serious service failures and corruption at Jaffna Teaching Hospital, including non-functioning CT scanners, and said he would raise the matter at the Sectoral Oversight Committee. He urged the Government to address unresolved political issues, including implementation of the 13th Amendment and equality for Tamils within a united Sri Lanka. Debate - Aswesuma Welfare Benefit Payment Scheme Read →
- 20 January 2026 The Hon. Thurairasa Ravikaran ITAK AI summary Hon. Thurairasa Ravikaran welcomed the continuation of the Aswesuma welfare scheme but urged improvements in targeting, appeals, monitoring, periodic enumeration, and refinement of poverty indicators, particularly to reflect conflict-affected conditions in the North and East such as landlessness, school closures, livelihood loss, and families of the disappeared or detained. He called for an independent investigation into the death of 12-year-old Kuganesan Dinojo in Mullaitivu and linked “true solace” to justice, return of lands, livelihood restoration, and release of detained relatives. He also raised concerns on rising human-elephant conflict in the Vanni, delayed paddy procurement after flood-affected harvesting, and illegal fishing practices, requesting urgent ministerial action and stronger enforcement. Debate - Aswesuma Welfare Benefit Payment Scheme Read →
- 20 January 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) M.L.A.M. Hizbullah SLMC AI summary Hon. (Dr.) M.L.A.M. Hizbullah responded to a previous statement by Hon. Sanakiyan disputing his claims about Karamunai in the Vakarai DS Division of Batticaloa District. He asserted that Karamunai is a Muslim village whose residents face problems over land, deeds, roads, electricity, and basic facilities, and alleged that the Divisional Secretary is obstructing services. He cited a ziyaram, mosque, registered associations, permits, and a 1983 letter about displaced families as evidence of longstanding Muslim residence, and urged action to resolve the community’s problems. Personal Explanation - Hon. (Dr.) M.L.A.M. Hizbullah and Procedural Interruptions Read →
- 20 January 2026 The Hon. Nishantha Perera JJB AI summary Nishantha Perera asked the Deputy Minister what steps the Ministry of Education is taking to address recurring problems and alleged injustices affecting similar schools across Sri Lanka. His supplementary question sought clarification on ministry action to remedy these issues. Oral Question: Non-Government Schools in Elpitiya Education Zone (Q.61/2026) Read →
- 20 January 2026 The Hon. Nishantha Perera JJB AI summary Nishantha Perera raised concerns about K.S.F. Vidyalaya, citing alleged corporal punishment, human rights violations, refusal to release scholarship-passing students or issue leaving certificates, lack of a qualified principal, employment of former students as teachers, and poor reporting to the education zone. He asked what action the Ministry will take to regulate the school and address injustices faced by students and parents. Oral Question: Non-Government Schools in Elpitiya Education Zone (Q.61/2026) Read →
- 20 January 2026 The Hon. Ajith Gihan JJB AI summary Ajith Gihan raised concerns about alleged misuse of Divisional Secretariat and Land Reform Commission lands in the Puttalam District through forged documents. He said discrepancies between institutional records and documents produced by occupants create difficulties for authorities and police, and asked the Deputy Minister what measures would be taken to address the issue. Oral Question: Land Reform Commission Lands in Puttalam District (Q.55/2026) Read →
- 20 January 2026 The Hon. Nishantha Jayaweera JJB AI summary A pending court case concerns the matter, and the court has indicated that a resolution should be reached. The Ministry of Finance has issued a circular under which some vehicles have already been cleared, but further procedural discussion was avoided because the matter is sub judice. Oral Question: Vehicle Imports and Revenue Collection (Q.38/2026) Read →
- 20 January 2026 The Hon. Aravinda Senarath JJB AI summary Legal action and court orders related to the area are not being pursued on an ethnic basis but against any parties linked to unlawful activity, regardless of ethnicity or status. Ministry of Lands officials, including officers of the Land Commissioner General, are conducting site inspections and field studies to gather information and prepare a formal response to the concerns previously raised. Oral Question: Land-Related Actions in Manmunai Pattu and Vakarai Divisions (Q.36/2026) Read →
- 20 January 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) M.L.A.M. Hizbullah SLMC AI summary Hon. (Dr.) M.L.A.M. Hizbullah alleged that land administration in the Manmunai Pattu and Vakarai Divisional Secretary’s Divisions is being applied discriminatorily against Muslims, including eviction cases filed only against Muslims occupying State lands. He asked the Deputy Minister for an update on the previously promised inquiry team, to be appointed through the Land Commissioner General, to investigate the matter and report back. Oral Question: Land-Related Actions in Manmunai Pattu and Vakarai Divisions (Q.36/2026) Read →