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- 17 November 2025 The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law (Minister of Justice) JJB AI summary Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara said the Government is reviewing an increase to coroners’ allowances, while noting the post is a dignified public office rather than an income-generating role. He emphasized that the Judicial Service Commission is constitutionally independent under Article 111, that its decisions cannot be influenced by the Government, and that any grievances should be challenged through writ proceedings rather than unfounded public allegations. He also acknowledged prison overcrowding concerns, citing ongoing facility work including at Pallansena and the recruitment of 1,080 prison officers, while rejecting claims that magistrates act out of fear. Debate - Appropriation Bill 2026 Committee Stage Continuation (Foreign Affairs, Justice and National Integration) Read →
- 17 November 2025 The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara raised concern over alleged attacks on Buddhist sacred sites, citing damage to a sacred umbrella and a statue. He questioned how such incidents could be tolerated and appealed to the Speaker to allow Members to speak on the matter. Procedural - Privilege Motion and Main Business Announcement Read →
- 17 November 2025 The Hon. Ananda Wijepala - Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs JJB AI summary The Minister reported on an incident at Sri Sambuddha Jayanthi Bodhiraja Viharaya in Trincomalee involving alleged vandalism of a newly placed Buddha statue, which Police temporarily removed for protection and have since been instructed to reinstall within the temple premises. He said security arrangements are being implemented, Police will report matters to court, and any related land issues will be resolved through judicial process. He also noted a Coast Conservation Department complaint regarding an alleged unauthorized eatery at the site, with legal action to proceed subject to the court’s decision. Oral Questions and Supplementaries (Q.1-Q.4 and Standing Order 27(2) Question) Read →
- 15 November 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) M.L.A.M. Hizbullah SLMC AI summary Hon. (Dr.) M.L.A.M. Hizbullah thanked the President and Health Minister for approving the upgrade of Puttalam Base Hospital to a District General Hospital, following his request during the Committee Stage debate. He expressed support for the President’s anti-narcotics programme led through the President’s Office with the security forces, and requested attention to the absence of a Muslim Cabinet minister. He also urged the President to hold development discussions in war- and disaster-affected Batticaloa, and called for Muslim and Tamil representation on the archaeology-related body recently appointed by gazette, citing land concerns in the Eastern and Northern Provinces. Debate: Committee Stage - Appropriation Bill 2026, Special Spending Units (Heads 1, 2, 4-11, 13, 16-25) Read →
- 15 November 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa - Minister of Health and Mass Media and Chief Government Whip JJB AI summary The Minister said inquiries are ongoing into cases where persons in power allegedly used security personnel, relatives, or domestic staff to act on their behalf, including in the North. He noted that identifying the political principals takes time and urged Members to provide any relevant information to support the investigations rather than expect immediate admissions from offenders. Debate: Committee Stage - Appropriation Bill 2026, Special Spending Units (Heads 1, 2, 4-11, 13, 16-25) Read →
- 15 November 2025 The Hon. (Mrs.) Samanmali Gunasingha JJB AI summary The Hon. (Mrs.) Samanmali Gunasingha acknowledged concerns about alleged hurtful or unnecessary conduct by a Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman toward a woman member. She stated that if the member had suffered distress, regret would be expressed and appropriate action would be taken. Debate: Committee Stage - Appropriation Bill 2026, Special Spending Units (Heads 1, 2, 4-11, 13, 16-25) Read →
- 15 November 2025 The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law – Minister of Justice and National Integration JJB AI summary The Minister rejected claims that the Government is undermining Independent Commissions, stating that the Judicial Service Commission operates independently under Article 111C(1) of the Constitution and that interference with its decisions is a criminal offence. He criticized allegations about unfair disciplinary action against judges and judicial officers, listing recent interdictions, retirements, dismissals, resignations and other measures which he said followed lawful inquiries. He linked the “Clean Sri Lanka” programme to broader institutional discipline, anti-drug efforts and curbing illicit liquor, while stressing that the Government does not interfere with the JSC. On the Budget, he argued that the Government’s focus is fiscal discipline, transparency and accountability, citing World Bank comments, improved sovereign ratings and recent growth figures as evidence of economic stabilization and restored investor confidence. Debate: Committee Stage - Appropriation Bill 2026, Special Spending Units (Heads 1, 2, 4-11, 13, 16-25) Read →
- 15 November 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Bimal Rathnayake acknowledged concerns about railway administration and land use in Anuradhapura, noting that the General Manager of Railways had been sent for special discussions after the District Coordinating Committee meeting. He said official quarters are needed but many are derelict, and referred to unverified reports of subletting during Poson and tourist seasons. He stated that the Department is trying to prioritize departmental and public needs, address administrative sluggishness, recruit more staff, and improve services in the coming months. Oral Question: Q.562/2025 - Lands Belonging to Sri Lanka Railways: Lease Read →
- 15 November 2025 The Hon. Rohana Bandara AI summary Hon. Rohana Bandara acknowledged the Minister’s efforts to uplift the railway sector and drew attention to underutilized railway lands in towns such as Anuradhapura, Ratmalana and Mahawa. He said dilapidated railway quarters in Anuradhapura, located near the market and tourist access points, were being misused despite demand for holiday accommodation. He asked whether steps would be taken to develop these assets, either by the Department or through private sector involvement, to improve urban areas and generate benefits for the State and the Department. Oral Question: Q.562/2025 - Lands Belonging to Sri Lanka Railways: Lease Read →
- 14 November 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake - Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development and the Leader of the House of Parliament JJB AI summary The Minister defended the 2026 Budget, arguing that it maintains fiscal discipline, broadens the tax base, accelerates digitalization, and prioritizes production, MSMEs, investment promotion, wage adjustments, anti-corruption, anti-narcotics measures, and social welfare. He said the Budget includes around Rs. 1,400 billion in capital projects beyond the President’s speech, urged critics to read the full document, and cited measures such as bank-card payments for bus fares and increased assistance to poor hill-country families. He also criticized the Opposition and some plantation-sector political actors, while stating that reforms, including action on informal economies and pavement trading, would be implemented gradually with alternatives. Debate: Second Reading of Appropriation Bill 2026 – Sixth Allotted Day Read →
- 14 November 2025 The Hon. Chandima Hettiaratchi JJB AI summary Hon. Chandima Hettiaratchi argued that improved external balances, stable exchange rates, low interest rates, and avoiding supplementary estimates had strengthened policy credibility and investor confidence. Citing the President’s Budget Speech, he said maintaining revenue at 15.3–15.4 percent of GDP would support debt service relief and claimed the government was working to repay debts incurred by previous administrations. He criticized Opposition remarks on taxation and questioned complaints made about a Rs. 200 daily travel allowance for estate workers, asking whether this reflected the SJB’s policy. Debate: Second Reading of Appropriation Bill 2026 – Sixth Allotted Day Read →
- 14 November 2025 The Hon. Sivagnanam Shritharan ITAK AI summary Hon. Sivagnanam Shritharan raised a Standing Order 27(2) question on the poor condition of the Point Pedro–Maruthankerny–Mandalai Pillaiyar Kovil coastal road in Vadamarachchi East, noting that it had been carpeted with public funds during 2015–2019 but had become unusable within five years. He asked the Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development for details on the road’s length and funding, reasons for its rapid deterioration, accountability for planning or supervisory failures, and whether an investigation into alleged corruption would be conducted. He also sought a timeline for properly repairing the road to a usable carpeted standard, particularly with monsoon conditions affecting transport in the area. Procedural Matters: Standing Order 91(k) and Points of Order Read →
- 13 November 2025 Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna said he had initially supported the Government but had been alienated and accused of wrongdoing, including being called a drug dealer, after seeking to assist. He raised concerns about the emigration of doctors and consultants, citing low salaries, lack of vehicle facilities, and delayed car permits, and urged the Government to address doctors’ living and professional conditions. He also referred to political support in the North, local government election outcomes, and possible provincial council elections, stating that he did not seek office or wish to topple the Government but wanted his concerns to be heard. Adjournment Motion: National Strategic Plan for Eye Health Read →
- 13 November 2025 The Hon. Major General (Rtd.) Aruna Jayasekera JJB AI summary Major General (Rtd.) Aruna Jayasekera rejected allegations that the Tri-Forces, or retired Tri-Forces personnel, were involved in drug distribution. He asked members making such claims to provide specific information to enable action, rather than speaking in general terms. Debate: Appropriation Bill 2026 - Second Reading (Fifth Allotted Day) Read →
- 13 November 2025 The Hon. Major General (Rtd.) Aruna Jayasekera JJB AI summary Major General (Rtd.) Aruna Jayasekera raised a Point of Order in response to allegations by Hon. Gajendrakumar Ponnambalam. He rejected the claim that Tri-Forces personnel were involved in the spread of drugs, stating that he had rejected the same allegation the previous day and continued to do so. Debate: Appropriation Bill 2026 - Second Reading (Fifth Allotted Day) Read →
- 13 November 2025 The Hon. G.G. Ponnambalam ACTC AI summary G.G. Ponnambalam said his party supports the Government’s campaign against drugs, but argued that it will fail in the North and East unless alleged military involvement in the spread of drugs is addressed. He claimed this problem stems from wartime counter-insurgency practices and persists due to the continued heavy military presence, citing reported refusal by police to record complaints and discussions at District Coordinating Committees. He criticized the Deputy Minister of Defence for denying the allegations and urged the Government to confront the issue as part of its anti-drug policy. Debate: Appropriation Bill 2026 - Second Reading (Fifth Allotted Day) Read →
- 13 November 2025 The Hon. Sunil Kumara Gamage - Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports JJB AI summary Minister Sunil Kumara Gamage defended the Citizens’ Budget as a stabilization-focused Budget prepared under heavy debt-servicing obligations, noting Rs. 4,495 billion allocated for debt service and increased capital expenditure compared with 2024. He rejected Opposition claims that the Budget imposed new taxes, stating that no additional people-borne taxes were introduced and that the 18 percent VAT remained unchanged since January 2024. He highlighted improvements in exchange-rate stability, lower Treasury bill yields, export growth, remittances, tourism earnings, and reserves, and said relief for vulnerable groups such as estate workers reflected deliberate policy choices. Debate: Appropriation Bill 2026 - Second Reading (Fifth Allotted Day) Read →
- 13 November 2025 The Hon. Mayilvaganam Jegatheeswaran JJB AI summary Hon. Mayilvaganam Jegatheeswaran raised concerns about illegal fishing practices by fishers from other districts in Mullaitivu, especially Kokkilai, and Mannar, as well as encroachment by Indian fishers affecting local livelihoods, and asked what action the Ministry has taken. He also said inland fisheries registration and licensing in Mullaitivu, Mannar, and Vavuniya are delayed because only one NAQDA officer is available, citing the case of Pawarkulam fishers awaiting licences for months. He requested expedited licensing, resolution of disputes among Pawarkulam fishers, and measures to secure their livelihoods. Oral Question: Curbing Illegal Fishing in Mullaitivu and Mannar Districts (1352/2025) Read →
- 13 November 2025 The Hon. Rathna Gamage - Deputy Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources JJB AI summary Rathna Gamage, replying on behalf of the Minister, said fisheries are regulated under existing Acts and 104 regulations, with 17 licensed fishing methods permitted, while unlicensed and destructive practices remain illegal across all fisheries districts, including Mullaitivu and Mannar. He stated that Cabinet has approved a new Bill to replace the current fisheries law and that recruitment of departmental officers, joint enforcement by the Navy, Coast Guard and Police, and measures against blast fishing are being pursued. He said illegal methods harm fish quality, ecosystems and livelihoods, but rejected claims of inadequate enforcement, citing ongoing patrols, raids, prosecutions and inter-agency coordination meetings to strengthen district-level countermeasures. Oral Question: Curbing Illegal Fishing in Mullaitivu and Mannar Districts (1352/2025) Read →
- 13 November 2025 The Hon. Mayilvaganam Jegatheeswaran JJB AI summary Asked the Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources whether the Government is aware of illegal fishing in Mullaitivu and Mannar using prohibited methods and unauthorized vessels, and what measures have been taken or planned to curb it. He requested details on future surveillance, enforcement and operational strengthening, as well as the impact on fish quality and fishermen’s economies. He also asked what action is being taken to protect affected fishermen’s livelihoods, why the law has not been adequately enforced, and whether coordination is maintained among the Ministry, Navy and Police. Oral Question: Curbing Illegal Fishing in Mullaitivu and Mannar Districts (1352/2025) Read →