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- 7 August 2025 The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law — Minister of Justice and National Integration JJB AI summary The Minister of Justice and National Integration presented the Presidents’ Entitlements (Repeal) Bill, which seeks to repeal the Presidents’ Entitlements Act, No. 4 of 1986. The Bill was scheduled for Second Reading on 21 August 2025, ordered to be printed, and referred to the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Governance, Justice and Civil Protection. Bills Presented: Presidents' Entitlements (Repeal) Bill Read →
- 7 August 2025 The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary Harshana Nanayakkara stated that pardons for prisoners convicted under the Prevention of Terrorism Act fall under the President’s constitutional powers under Article 34, not the Minister of Justice. He said families of around 11 to 15 imprisoned individuals had submitted names for consideration, and while he is studying the matter, any decision or application for pardon must be directed to the President. Ministry Statement: Release of Tamil Political Prisoners Read →
- 7 August 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised concern over two similar incidents involving children who were allegedly taken, filmed, and harmed. He stated that he had already informed two Ministers about the matters, while withholding location details, and urged that action be taken if his claims are found to be credible. Ministry Statements: Gampaha Wickramarachchi University and Teacher Recruitment Procedures Read →
- 7 August 2025 The Hon. Sajith Premadasa SJB AI summary Sajith Premadasa raised a Private Notice question on alleged inconsistencies and loopholes in the taxation of imported electric vehicles, particularly whether taxes are assessed on maximum motor capacity, rated motor capacity, or other criteria. He sought details on BYD vehicles imported by the authorized agent, ongoing technical examinations, vehicles held or released by Customs, alleged revenue losses of Rs. 4 to 4.5 million per vehicle, and responsibility for any shortfall. He also asked whether the Government would reform the vehicle import tax regime to ensure transparency, prevent malpractice, and safeguard revenue, including through appropriate release mechanisms such as bank guarantees or duty-plus-value formulas. Question by Private Notice: Taxes on Imported Electric Vehicles and Issues at Gampaha Wickramarachchi University Read →
- 7 August 2025 Hon. Ramalingam Chandrasekar - Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources JJB AI summary The Minister stated that Sri Lankan fishing vessels entering foreign waters have led to detentions in countries including Mauritius, Maldives, and particularly India’s Tamil Nadu. He said all relevant vessels have Vessel Monitoring System devices, but some crews switch them off, and the Government is increasing attention to this issue. He added that compensation would be provided where VMS data shows no illegal conduct, and that assistance may also be given for repairs to affected vessels. Oral Question: E.L. Irfan and K.S. Nishfar - Compensation for Boat Accident (Q.4/2025) Read →
- 7 August 2025 Hon. Ramalingam Chandrasekar - Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources JJB AI summary The Minister responded to a question about fishing craft OFRP-A-1487 KMN, which went missing on 12 July 2024 after leaving Addalachchenai Kappaladi pier with two fishermen aboard. He stated that the Indian Coast Guard found the craft at Nagapattinam Port, rescued E. L. Irfan, and that K. R. M. Nishfar remains missing; Irfan was returned to Sri Lanka on 20 December 2024. He said no compensation has yet been paid, as Nishfar’s wife has not submitted the completed application required for heirs’ compensation, and compensation for the craft will be considered once the vessel, currently anchored at Nagapattinam, is brought back. Oral Question: E.L. Irfan and K.S. Nishfar - Compensation for Boat Accident (Q.4/2025) Read →
- 6 August 2025 The Hon. Ananda Wijepala JJB AI summary Hon. Ananda Wijepala stated that, under the relevant Police Circular, the Divisional Officer responsible for the process is the SSP or SP of the Police Division, leaving no scope for politicians to submit lists or influence selections. He explained that Community Police Committee arrangements include the Grama Niladhari, a police-appointed Convener, and a Chairman chosen by consensus, with former members able to reapply subject to review by the OIC or HQI under the prescribed framework. Adjournment: Parliamentary Adjournment and Adjournment Questions Read →
- 6 August 2025 The Hon. Ananda Wijepala JJB AI summary Clarifies that the term “Divisional Officer” refers to the Senior Superintendent of Police of the relevant Police Division, not to any political officeholder. The response addresses the member’s concern by defining the role in administrative policing terms. Adjournment: Parliamentary Adjournment and Adjournment Questions Read →
- 6 August 2025 The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara raised concerns about the new “Public Security Committees” introduced by the IGP to replace or reorganize Community Police Committees. He requested that the Sinhala title be accompanied by Tamil and English names to avoid issues for Tamil and Muslim communities, and questioned the role of Divisional Development Committee Chairmen, MPs, Pradeshiya Sabha members, and “Divisional Officers” in selecting members. He alleged that in some areas political figures were preparing or collecting lists for Police, preventing some committees from being formed, and asked the Minister to clarify who is formally authorized to receive applications and constitute the committees. Adjournment: Parliamentary Adjournment and Adjournment Questions Read →
- 6 August 2025 The Hon. Ananda Wijepala - Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs JJB AI summary The Minister provided answers on the establishment and operation of Public Security Committees, stating that 14,126 committees were planned and 12,710 had been established by 4 August 2025 following the 4 April 2025 decision. He outlined their objectives, including community-based crime prevention, conflict resolution, environmental protection, disaster risk management, youth empowerment, public awareness, and narcotics eradication. He also detailed their functions, appointment process, and membership criteria, including local residency, inclusion of Clean Sri Lanka Rural Committee members, at least 50 per cent youth participation, and at least 25 per cent female representation. Adjournment: Parliamentary Adjournment and Adjournment Questions Read →
- 6 August 2025 The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara asked the Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs for details on Public Security Committees and Civil Security Committees at Grama Niladhari Division level. He sought clarification on whether both types of committees exist, whether Civil Security Committees have been abolished, the number of Public Security Committees planned and already established, and their functions, leadership, appointments, convening arrangements, participants, and membership qualifications. Adjournment: Parliamentary Adjournment and Adjournment Questions Read →
- 6 August 2025 The Hon. Janitha Ruwan Kodithuwakku - Deputy Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation JJB AI summary Deputy Minister Janitha Ruwan Kodithuwakku said the proposed electricity sector amendments seek to modernize outdated laws while protecting State ownership, worker rights, national security and sovereignty. He rejected claims of privatization, stating that core functions would be unbundled into State-owned companies, with the National System Operator and transmission network remaining fully State-owned. He said private investment may be allowed in limited areas such as generation and grid extensions, under PPAs and licensing, to improve efficiency and reduce tariffs. He also outlined a long-term aim to make electricity distribution more competitive, allowing consumers greater choice of distributor based on price and service. Debate: Sri Lanka Electricity (Amendment) Bill - Second Reading, Committee and Third Reading Read →
- 6 August 2025 The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Raising a Point of Order, Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara informed Parliament that a Ceylon Petroleum Corporation bus carrying about 50 people was reportedly being taken to Maharagama to attack a protest. He asked that the Minister’s attention be drawn to the matter and indicated he could provide the bus number. Debate: Sri Lanka Electricity (Amendment) Bill - Second Reading, Committee and Third Reading Read →
- 6 August 2025 The Hon. Ravi Karunanayake NDF AI summary Hon. Ravi Karunanayake, raising a matter under Standing Order 27(2), called for urgent reform of the leasing industry, arguing that current recovery practices by licensed finance companies are overly institution-focused and insufficiently accountable to borrowers facing genuine hardship. He questioned the basis for permitting asset seizure after 90–150 days of arrears without assessing intent or circumstances, and sought data on repossessions, borrower protections, legal remedies, and Central Bank interventions. He proposed a more humane tiered framework, including mandatory restructuring, grace periods, mediation before seizure, and measures to address market dominance or regulatory asymmetry in the leasing sector. Oral Question (Standing Order 27(2)): Review of Policies in the Leasing Sector Read →
- 6 August 2025 The Hon. Hector Appuhamy SJB AI summary Hon. Hector Appuhamy asked how six salt containers were reportedly released without inspection after the incident, despite risks involving dangerous goods, public safety, and revenue. He questioned whether there were links to smuggling and sought an explanation from the responsible authorities. Oral Question: Sri Lanka Customs - Release of Containers without Inspection (Q.1/2025) Read →
- 6 August 2025 The Hon. Hector Appuhamy SJB AI summary Hon. Hector Appuhamy raised a supplementary question on a recent smuggling incident involving “red containers,” citing public concern and findings from a presidentially appointed committee that their contents had not been properly verified. He asked what decisions had been taken beyond ongoing investigations and requested that Parliament be provided with details of the items in the containers, the importing institutions, and the categories of goods involved. Oral Question: Sri Lanka Customs - Release of Containers without Inspection (Q.1/2025) Read →
- 6 August 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Anil Jayantha - Minister of Labour and Deputy Minister of Economic Development JJB AI summary Responding on behalf of the Finance Minister, the Minister said Sri Lanka Customs established a Steering Committee on 23 July 2024 to manage congestion by identifying low-risk containers selected for examination that could be released using alternative criteria. He stated that the Committee met 14 times up to 18 January 2025 and approved the release of 2,527 import containers after reviewing documentation, duty payments, risk alerts, scanning, valuation, and other specified conditions. He added that Customs does not release containers without risk-assessment procedures, and that post-clearance audits and CID inquiries into the released containers are under way. Oral Question: Sri Lanka Customs - Release of Containers without Inspection (Q.1/2025) Read →
- 6 August 2025 The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara stated that the appropriate course of action would be to arrest and detain those involved. The remark indicates a call for enforcement action against the relevant individuals, though no further context or details were provided in the excerpt. Oral Question: Poverty Eradication Programmes (Q.59/2025) Read →
- 6 August 2025 The Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri SJB AI summary Chaminda Wijesiri stated that his question concerned alleged thefts, indicating he intended to raise an issue or seek clarification on that matter. Oral Question: Poverty Eradication Programmes (Q.59/2025) Read →
- 6 August 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Harini Amarasuriya JJB AI summary The Hon. (Dr.) Harini Amarasuriya stated that the Government is allowing the law to operate without interference in relation to corruption and misuse of authority. She said there is no intention to act vindictively against public officials, but officials who authorized improper transactions using their names and signatures will be subject to legal action. She framed continued enforcement as part of the public mandate to stop theft and corruption. Oral Question: Poverty Eradication Programmes (Q.59/2025) Read →