Topic
Law & Order
1,620 speeches · 292 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. Ananda Wijepala, M.P. JJB | 137 |
| 2 | Hon. Sajith Premadasa, M.P. SJB | 57 |
| 3 | Hon. Bimal Rathnayake, M.P. JJB | 55 |
| 4 | Hon. Sunil Watagala, Attorney at Law, M.P. JJB | 46 |
| 5 | Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney at Law, M.P. SJB | 45 |
| 6 | Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney at Law, M.P. JJB | 43 |
| 7 | Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna, M.P. Independent Group 17 - Jaffna | 37 |
| 8 | Hon. Mujibur Rahman, M.P. SJB | 36 |
| 9 | Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake, M.P. NDF | 32 |
| 10 | Hon. Namal Rajapaksa, Attorney at Law, M.P. SLPP | 30 |
Speeches
1,620 on this topic- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Rohana Bandara AI summary Rohana Bandara noted that the matter referred to was also contained in a police report. Petitions: Citizens' Petitions Presented Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. S.M. Marikkar SJB AI summary Hon. S.M. Marikkar questioned the refusal to provide security, citing an IGP response that it was based on a Government policy decision. He urged the Speaker to intervene, arguing that the matter ultimately fell under the Speaker’s responsibility in relation to the IGP’s recommendations and should not be avoided. Petitions: Citizens' Petitions Presented Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa JJB AI summary Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa responded to the Opposition Leader’s concern about security for an Opposition Member, stating that security is provided based on Police Department threat assessments rather than universally. He said any new police report changing a previous threat assessment should be examined by the Police Department and the Ministry of Public Security, and that the Speaker can intervene where a threat exists to ensure protection is provided. Petitions: Citizens' Petitions Presented Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Rohana Bandara AI summary Rohana Bandara questioned inconsistent police assessments regarding security for his residence, noting that one report identified a threat and recommended four officers from Anuradhapura Police, while later communications described the matter as internal party-related and withdrew the security. He asked whether a brief police presence recorded only by a few logbook signatures over two days constituted adequate protection for a Member of Parliament, and challenged how the threat assessment could change so abruptly. Committee Reports: Sectoral Oversight Committees Read →
- 5 February 2026 Mr. Speaker - The Hon. (Dr.) Jagath Wickramaratne AI summary The Speaker begins to address a matter involving the Inspector General of Police, but the provided excerpt is incomplete and does not contain any substantive argument, proposal, or ruling. Committee Reports: Sectoral Oversight Committees Read →
- 5 February 2026 Mr. Speaker - The Hon. (Dr.) Jagath Wickramaratne AI summary Mr. Speaker stated that the relevant recommendation is sent to the IGP and that further action is taken after the report is received. Papers Presented: Government Reports and Annual Reports Read →
- 3 February 2026 Hon. (Dr.) Dammika Patabendi — Minister of Environment AI summary The Minister thanked Hon. Lasith Bhashana Gamage for raising the Adjournment Motion on Muthurajawela and outlined its history, extent, ecological value, and transformation from paddy land into Sri Lanka’s largest coastal saline marsh. He said the wetland supports fisheries and livelihoods around the Negombo Lagoon, and noted that 162.1 hectares have been declared an Environmental Protection Area under the National Environmental Act, while 1,028.62 hectares have been declared a Sanctuary by the Department of Wildlife Conservation. He stated that conservation and management are being coordinated through relevant state agencies and committees, with boundary pillars established and further wetland areas identified for possible future annexation to the Sanctuary. Adjournment Debate: Muthurajawela Wetland Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Najith Indika JJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Najith Indika said the debate on telecommunications regulations had been overshadowed by issues concerning investigations and the Speaker. He referred to ongoing or renewed investigations involving Shiranthi Rajapaksa, Namal Rajapaksa and Yoshitha Rajapaksa, including the “Siriliya Saviya” account, alleged links arising from a CID inquiry, and the Airbus transaction, arguing that suspects should face investigative agencies like ordinary citizens and that facts should be established through due process. He criticized the SJB for focusing on allegations against a parliamentary officer and the Speaker rather than supporting investigations into alleged wrongdoing by members of the Rajapaksa family, and stated that inquiries should proceed transparently regardless of status. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. Kathiravelu Shanmugam Kugathasan ITAK AI summary Kathiravelu Shanmugam Kugathasan raised concerns that expanded powers under the Telecommunications Amendment, alongside the Online Safety law, could restrict online freedom of expression. He proposed appointing an independent professional as Chair of the Commission through the Constitutional Council rather than a Ministry Secretary, and emphasized the need to strengthen technical capacity, protect consumer rights, and ensure neutral handling of market competition in implementing the law. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake - Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development and the Leader of the House of Parliament JJB AI summary Bimal Rathnayake said Development Officers would be allowed to sit the teachers’ recruitment examination, with successful candidates absorbed into the Teachers’ Service in line with Court of Appeal rulings, while further solutions would be considered for those not selected. He argued that public service recruitment and school admissions must remain rules-based and merit-based, rejecting political “chit” or patronage practices. He also outlined the Staff Advisory Committee’s decision to hold an external preliminary inquiry into the suspension of the Deputy Secretary-General of Parliament, stating that the process followed established procedure, allowed the officer to respond, and would proceed separately from any CIABOC investigations. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samarawira AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samarawira supported the Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act, arguing that shared telecommunications infrastructure would reduce duplication, lower costs, support urban planning and environmental goals, and help prevent monopolistic practices. He said the suspension-related action concerning the Deputy Secretary-General of Parliament followed petitions, RTI disclosures, Staff Advisory Committee consideration and formal disciplinary procedures, and should be allowed to proceed lawfully. He criticised the Opposition for diverting the debate to unrelated matters and using unparliamentary language, and requested the Speaker to examine why such conduct was being permitted under Standing Orders. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara raised a point of order questioning provisions of the Bill that he said would allow tenants to remain in premises despite non-payment of rent, while requiring cases to be concluded within nine months. He argued that existing laws, including the Rent Act and the Recovery of Possession of Premises Act, No. 1 of 2023, could have been amended instead, and asked whether the Bill unfairly protects tenants at the expense of property owners. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →
- 3 February 2026 Mr. Speaker - The Hon. (Dr.) Jagath Wickramaratne AI summary The Speaker informed Parliament of two messages from the President under the Public Security Ordinance. One proclaimed that emergency-related orders would be in force islandwide for one month from 28 January 2026 under Article 155 of the Constitution, for public order and essential services. The other notified Parliament of an order calling out members of the Armed Forces to maintain public order in specified areas, as required under the Ordinance. Opening and Parliamentary Announcements Read →
- 23 January 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Anil Jayantha – Minister of Labour and Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning AI summary The Minister said stock market capitalization and activity had strengthened since September 2024, citing the ASPI’s rise from 11,096 to 23,956 and a doubling of daily turnover, and stressed the need to further support capital formation through the market. Addressing the 07 January 2026 incident involving Wealth Trust Securities Limited, he explained that unrestricted first-day IPO price discovery led to an abnormal opening price of Rs. 25,000 from an IPO price of Rs. 7, after which the CSE halted trading and annulled the day’s trades in consultation with the SEC. He stated that the SEC has begun an investigation into the identified orders and possible wrongdoing, with legal action to follow if warranted, and that temporary measures now disallow market orders on the first trading day after an IPO. He also outlined SEC plans for 2025–2035, including increased listings, investor education, outreach, and technology initiatives with the Ministry of Digital Economy. Adjournment Debate: Stock Exchange Activity and Ministerial Response Read →
- 23 January 2026 The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary Harshana Nanayakkara acknowledged delays in addressing required changes to legislation introduced by Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe, while stating that retrospective legislation cannot be pursued. He said the matter has been referred to the Law Commission and affirmed readiness to act once the process allows. Adjournment Debate: Stock Exchange Activity and Ministerial Response Read →
- 23 January 2026 The Hon. Mano Ganesan SJB AI summary Hon. Mano Ganesan asked for time to raise a sensitive issue relating to remand prisons, noting that he and Hon. Sujith Sanjaya Perera had visited them, discussed matters, and observed conditions. He stated that detainees have high expectations of the Government and urged the Government to take action. Adjournment Debate: Stock Exchange Activity and Ministerial Response Read →
- 23 January 2026 The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law – Minister of Justice and National Integration JJB AI summary The Minister responded to concerns raised by Hon. Mano Ganesan on criminal justice and prison issues, stating that the Code of Criminal Procedure (Amendment) Act, No. 25 of 2024 applies only to judgments after 3 May 2024 and that retrospective application may be unconstitutional, with the matter referred to the Law Commission for review. He said Cabinet approval has been obtained to create 50 temporary Scientific Research Officer posts to address Government Analyst’s Department backlogs contributing to case delays and prison overcrowding. He also stated that a general amnesty has been proposed to the President for Independence Day 2026, including provision for prisoners over 65 years of age. Adjournment Debate: Stock Exchange Activity and Ministerial Response Read →
- 23 January 2026 The Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake NDF AI summary Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake said he would continue raising allegations against the Government despite indictments filed against him. He criticized the Education Ministry over alleged politically motivated transfers in the Southern Province, lack of inquiry into similarities in the A/L Economics paper, a Western Province Grade 11 History paper leak, proposed closure of small rural schools, and possible withdrawal of difficult area allowances for teachers. He urged the Government to provide 50,000 jobs for unemployed graduates and called for action over an allegation involving the OIC of Ranajayapura Police, while also arguing that the Education portfolio should be reassigned if current problems persist. Debate: Universities (Amendment) Bill - Second and Third Reading Read →
- 23 January 2026 The Hon. Rajeevan Jeyachandramoorthy JJB AI summary Rajeevan Jeyachandramoorthy supported amending the Universities Act, No. 16 of 1978, arguing that it is outdated in light of changes in technology, internationalization, labour market needs, and the role of universities in national development. He called for clearer statutory provisions on the powers of the UGC, Councils and Senates, and on the appointment, eligibility, tenure and removal of Deans and Heads of Departments, including mechanisms to address non-performance. He also highlighted concerns about graduate quality, curriculum relevance, staff migration and vacancies, noting that approval had been sought to recruit 5,680 university staff, Cabinet had approved 3,713 posts, and 640 had been recruited by 19 January 2026, urging that recruitment be expedited. Debate: Universities (Amendment) Bill - Second and Third Reading Read →
- 23 January 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Susil Ranasinghe - Minister of Housing, Construction and Water Supply JJB AI summary In response to a Standing Order 27(2) question, the Minister stated that 107 vehicles were provided to the Manik Farm Welfare Camp, with no ministry records showing allocations to other camps. He said 95 vehicles were identified as taken by government institutions and 12 by UNHCR, which reported them stolen, and concluded that the vehicles had not been misplaced based on available records. He also stated that tractor RB-2639 was not leased or handed to a private party, and that police and court records showed legal action had been taken over its seizure, with three accused pleading guilty in 2020 and being fined Rs. 20,000. The Minister tabled the full reply and annexed documents, including the UNHCR email and Police report. Ministerial Statement: Vehicles for Welfare Centres Read →