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- 11 July 2025 The Hon. Chandana Sooriyaarachchi JJB AI summary Hon. Chandana Sooriyaarachchi supported the Private Members’ Motion to establish stronger supervision of the co-operative rural banking system, citing the collapse of 24 rural banks in Avissawella with nearly 100,000 depositors and about Rs. 920 million in deposits. He alleged that former boards illegally placed funds in a private financial institution instead of a State bank as required under Section 40(1) of the Western Province Co-operative Societies Statute, leaving depositors unable to access savings. He called for investigations, legal action against those responsible, new regulatory measures, and management reforms to restore stability and confidence in the system. Private Members' Motion No. 1: Co-operative Rural Banks Supervision Read →
- 11 July 2025 The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara told the addressed party to comply with a request to appear before court. The remark was a brief procedural exhortation rather than a substantive policy statement. Points of Order - Broadcasting and Warrant Matter Read →
- 11 July 2025 The Hon. Wasantha Samarasinghe JJB AI summary Wasantha Samarasinghe questioned the location or production of a warrant. The intervention appears to be a brief procedural or legal challenge seeking clarification on whether a warrant existed or was available. Points of Order - Broadcasting and Warrant Matter Read →
- 11 July 2025 The Hon. Wasantha Samarasinghe JJB AI summary Hon. Wasantha Samarasinghe stated that allegations made in the House, particularly regarding Prabhakaran’s weapons and national security threats, were being broadcast live and should not be made without evidence. He urged those making such claims to appear before the relevant authorities, including the CID, and provide evidence rather than using Parliament to spread falsehoods. Points of Order - Broadcasting and Warrant Matter Read →
- 11 July 2025 MEDIATION (CIVIL AND COMMERCIAL DISPUTES) BILL AI summary The Mediation (Civil and Commercial Disputes) Bill was presented by Minister of Justice and National Integration Harshana Nanayakkara. The Bill was ordered to be read a Second time on 25 July 2025, printed, and referred to the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Governance, Justice and Civil Protection. Presentation of Mediation (Civil and Commercial Disputes) Bill Read →
- 11 July 2025 The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara stated that there was no intention to imprison the individual concerned, but the excerpt cuts off before he explains the specific action or objective being sought. The available text is too limited to identify the broader context, demand, or policy issue. Points of Order - Customs Container Matter and Questions of Privilege Read →
- 11 July 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Bimal Rathnayake denied allegations that he had intervened in the release of 323 containers, stating that he had no authority over such releases and had acted within legal limits. He challenged Opposition MPs who made the claims, including allegations about weapons, to provide evidence to the police or courts and cooperate with investigations. He argued that using Parliamentary Privilege to make unsupported accusations wasted Parliament’s time and created a national issue unless the claims were substantiated or withdrawn. Points of Order - Customs Container Matter and Questions of Privilege Read →
- 11 July 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Hon. Bimal Rathnayake stated that the rights of Government Members must also be protected. The remark appears to be a procedural intervention emphasizing equal protection of parliamentary privileges or speaking rights for Members on the Government side. Points of Order - Customs Container Matter and Questions of Privilege Read →
- 11 July 2025 The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara stated that, in response to remarks by Nalinda Jayatissa, he had been questioned by the CID for five hours. He said he answered all questions clearly during that questioning. Points of Order - Customs Container Matter and Questions of Privilege Read →
- 11 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Harini Amarasuriya - Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education JJB AI summary The Prime Minister responded that a recent debate had already addressed the matter and that the 2021 PCoI Report has been available in Parliament since 2021. She said the Government cannot redo past investigations but is proceeding on the basis of newly emerged facts, with ongoing investigations to be reported to Parliament and the public when appropriate. Oral Questions - First Round Read →
- 11 July 2025 The Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri SJB AI summary Chaminda Wijesiri said that, although the Commission Report has already been tabled, it should be provided to MPs on request and used to ensure truth and accountability regarding the Easter attacks. He questioned whether allegations involving then Deputy Minister Aruna Jayasekara, state intelligence officers, and a state officer reportedly mentioned by the President to the Cardinal had been investigated or included in the Report. He asked the Prime Minister to assure Parliament that these matters would be investigated transparently and without delay. Oral Questions - First Round Read →
- 11 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Harini Amarasuriya - Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education JJB AI summary The Prime Minister presented several annual and performance reports, including those of the Ranaviru Seva Authority, Sri Lanka Customs, Department of Census and Statistics, Department of Public Enterprises, Ministry of Finance, and Educational Publications Department, and moved that they be referred to the relevant Sectoral Oversight Committees. She also presented a Gazette Order under the Tobacco Tax Act on the imposition of tobacco tax on beedi, referring it to the Committee on Public Finance. Responding to a question on the Easter Sunday attacks, she stated that one Presidential Commission had been appointed, its report was tabled in Parliament in 2021, and the Attorney-General is studying the material, with the Government undertaking to act on recommendations and keep the public informed. Tabling of Annual Reports - Ministers Read →
- 9 July 2025 The Hon. Anura Karunathilaka JJB AI summary Hon. Anura Karunathilaka stated that the government is uncovering alleged links and actors behind the Easter Sunday attacks, including claims relating to Pillayan and associates of Zahran. He said the National People’s Power government, in office for six to seven months, has accepted responsibility for fulfilling its promises to reveal the truth and deliver justice. He pledged that the matter would be resolved within the government’s first term, rather than being left to a future administration. Adjournment Debate: Easter Sunday Terrorist Attacks (21 April 2019) Read →
- 9 July 2025 The Hon. Anura Karunathilaka JJB AI summary Anura Karunathilaka stated that Sivanesathurai Chandrakanthan, alias Pillayan, was in Batticaloa Prison in connection with the Joseph Pararajasingham murder case at the time of the Zion Church bombing. He highlighted an alleged remark by Pillayan to an associate immediately after the 9.05 a.m. explosion, suggesting prior awareness or identification of the attack as a suicide bombing. Adjournment Debate: Easter Sunday Terrorist Attacks (21 April 2019) Read →
- 9 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna alleged that mass graves such as Chemmanni reflect continuing injustices against Tamil people and criticised what he described as political theatre in Parliament. He referred to LTTE leader Prabhakaran and fallen fighters, expressed concern over Pillayan being in prison, and objected to remarks reportedly made by Minister Harshan Nanayakkara characterising the Chemmanni mass grave issue as hearsay. He argued that raising such matters in Parliament through adjournment motions should be protected under parliamentary privilege. Adjournment Debate: Easter Sunday Terrorist Attacks (21 April 2019) Read →
- 9 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna said post-Easter political alignments had shifted, referring to former associates of Pillayan now seeking justice through ITAK. He alleged that, during UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk’s visit, he was prevented from speaking in Parliament despite requesting time as leader of an independent group to call for an international investigation into Chemmani. He criticized the Speaker’s refusal, through Right to Information responses, to release parliamentary videos, and urged the Speaker to act neutrally. Adjournment Debate: Easter Sunday Terrorist Attacks (21 April 2019) Read →
- 9 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Chrishantha Abeysena - Minister of Science and Technology JJB AI summary Minister Abeysena said the Easter Sunday attacks occurred under the Yahapalana Government and argued that responsibility lay with that administration, while noting that the current Government has been in office for only seven months. He stated that investigations into issues such as Sara Jasmine, “Sonic Sonic,” Jameel, Ibrahim, and alleged links involving security and political figures are ongoing, and cautioned that prosecutions should not be rushed without complete evidence. He said the Government is implementing reforms on depoliticizing education and policing, maintaining national security, and supporting victims, including by establishing a dedicated clinic at Katuwapitiya with home-visit nursing services. He reaffirmed that the judiciary and Attorney-General’s Department are independent, while saying the Government expects efficiency and remains committed to finding the truth. Adjournment Debate: Easter Sunday Terrorist Attacks (21 April 2019) Read →
- 9 July 2025 The Hon. Hector Appuhamy SJB AI summary Hector Appuhamy criticized the Government for failing, after nine months in office, to act on election promises to deliver justice for the Easter Sunday attacks, saying existing commission and committee reports should be properly reviewed and sent for legal action. He proposed appointing a dedicated police team to examine and collate all available evidence, and asked the Government to identify alleged State or intelligence-linked actors without casting suspicion on the wider intelligence community. He also urged inquiries into the funding and political links of the Ibrahim family, and contrasted the Government’s current positions on casinos and Easter justice with its earlier pledges in Opposition. Adjournment Debate: Easter Sunday Terrorist Attacks (21 April 2019) Read →
- 9 July 2025 The Hon. Stepni (Stephanie) Fernando JJB AI summary Hon. Stepni Fernando said the Easter attacks harmed both Catholics and Muslims, causing 274 deaths and about 600 injuries, including 115 deaths and around 300 injuries at Katuwapitiya in her district. She argued that previous leaders had prior intelligence warnings but failed to protect the public, and said attempts to provoke ethnic violence after the attacks were restrained by Catholic leaders, including the Cardinal. She stated that the National People’s Power Government would investigate the attacks fully, punish all perpetrators, and pursue justice while promoting national unity. Adjournment Debate: Easter Sunday Terrorist Attacks (21 April 2019) Read →
- 9 July 2025 The Hon. Eranga Gunasekara - Deputy Minister of Youth Affairs JJB AI summary Eranga Gunasekara linked the ongoing Easter Sunday attack investigations to the broader demands of the 2022 people’s uprising, including accountability for corruption and rejection of racist or family-based politics. He said the government, led by the President and Cabinet with the security forces, is proceeding step by step to uncover the truth. He also stated that the government is reviewing more than 1,000 cases involving over 3,000 accused persons connected to the Aragalaya, including cases he described as politically motivated, with a view to legal re-examination. Adjournment Debate: Easter Sunday Terrorist Attacks (21 April 2019) Read →