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- 23 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Anil Jayantha JJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Anil Jayantha clarified that the 300–400 vehicles reportedly detained at the port are being held due to violations of import regulations, not administrative inefficiency. He said the 2025 Gazette permits imports under cross-border LCs, but used vehicles must have proper certification and a Certificate of Cancellation of Registration, which some imports lack. He noted that past releases despite breaches should not be repeated and stated that importers acknowledge the violations while seeking a resolution. Debate: Companies (Amendment) Bill – Second Reading Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. Mujibur Rahman SJB AI summary Hon. Mujibur Rahman, speaking during the Companies (Amendment) Bill debate, raised concerns over the halted release of imported vehicles at Hambantota Port. He said around 600–700 vehicles have been held by Customs since 27 May 2025 over a “cross-border” issue, despite importers claiming the practice has operated since 2013 and imports were permitted under Gazette No. 2428/07. He asked why the Government has not resolved the matter or made a decision, noting that dollar payments have already been made and only Customs duty and release remain. Debate: Companies (Amendment) Bill – Second Reading Read →
- 23 July 2025 Hon. Hector Appuhamy SJB AI summary Hon. Hector Appuhamy outlined the Sectoral Oversight Committee’s review of amendments to the Companies Act No. 07 of 2007, noting discussions with the Legal Draftsman’s Department, the Ministry and the Registrar of Companies on issues including money laundering, terrorism financing and IMF-required reforms. He said the amendments, including beneficial ownership disclosure and greater access to company information, aim to prevent misuse of registered entities and concealment behind fronts. He also urged the State to develop safeguards for legitimate industrialists, entrepreneurs and business operators, linking business regulation to broader concerns about personal and property security. Debate: Companies (Amendment) Bill – Second Reading Read →
- 23 July 2025 Hon. (Prof.) Ruwan Ranasinghe - Deputy Minister of Tourism JJB AI summary Hon. (Prof.) Ruwan Ranasinghe defended the Government’s renewable energy tariff revision, arguing that reducing the rate from 37% to 20% was intended to balance the interests of consumers, businesses and solar investors rather than harm investors. Speaking on the Companies (Amendment) Bill, he said the amendments address gaps in the 2007 law by requiring disclosure of beneficial ownership in line with FATF Recommendation 24. He argued that stronger transparency provisions are needed to curb money laundering, terrorism financing and the black economy, and called on the Opposition to support the Bill as part of efforts to promote political and economic stability. Debate: Companies (Amendment) Bill – Second Reading Read →
- 23 July 2025 Hon. Sarath Kumara, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary Hon. Sarath Kumara supported the Companies (Amendment) Bill, stating that it implements FATF Recommendation 24 by requiring disclosure of companies’ ultimate beneficial owners to improve transparency and prevent money laundering and terrorism financing. He highlighted provisions requiring company secretaries to confirm beneficial ownership within two months and report to the Registrar of Companies within six months. He argued that the amendments would reduce the space for criminally motivated investments and invited Opposition Members to support efforts to strengthen the rule of law. Debate: Companies (Amendment) Bill – Second Reading Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. Kabir Hashim SJB AI summary Hon. Kabir Hashim asked whether, beyond the Right to Information framework, the Government intends to establish a separate platform for accessing beneficial ownership information. The question sought clarification on the mechanism for public or institutional access to such data. Debate: Companies (Amendment) Bill – Second Reading Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. Kabir Hashim SJB AI summary Kabir Hashim asked the Minister whether the Bill had been amended to incorporate the Supreme Court’s direction that certain definitions align more fully with FATF standards. He also sought clarification on whether the Central Bank’s FIU compliance observations and the Attorney-General’s input had been addressed. Debate: Companies (Amendment) Bill – Second Reading Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Bimal Rathnayake stated that individuals accused of theft and murder would be dealt with through legal proceedings, including filing cases, taking them into custody, and bringing them before the courts. He emphasized that accountability would be pursued through the judicial process. Procedural: Points of Order and Interjections on Historical Matters Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Hon. Bimal Rathnayake referred to statements he made at the United Nations Human Rights Council regarding the Matale mass grave, noting that 140 human bone fragments had been found there. He stated that investigations are being conducted and alleged that individuals connected to past murders and private torture chambers are currently represented in Parliament. Procedural: Points of Order and Interjections on Historical Matters Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. Ananda Wijepala - Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs JJB AI summary The Minister stated that, according to the Police, no information is available on the matter raised by the Member. He said this was the current official position. Oral Question: Security at Temple of the Tooth Relic and Road Closure Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara disputed the Minister’s claim that no information remained about events 36 years earlier, citing details of the 8 February 1989 attack on guard posts at the Temple of the Tooth, the seizure of firearms, and arrests of named individuals. He also referred to disruption of the Kumbal Perahera and alleged threats to the Diyawadana Nilame. He requested the Minister of Public Security to conduct an inquiry and table the available records in Parliament. Oral Question: Security at Temple of the Tooth Relic and Road Closure Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. (Mrs.) Rohini Kumari Wijerathna SJB AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna asked whether the Government would reconsider the continued closure of the road in front of the Temple of the Tooth, originally imposed after LTTE and JVP-related security threats, noting that those threats are no longer present. She stated that the closure contributes to severe traffic congestion and environmental pollution in Kandy, and asked whether the road would be reopened or an alternative route, such as Ampitiya to Peradeniya, would be provided. Oral Question: Security at Temple of the Tooth Relic and Road Closure Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. Ananda Wijepala - Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs JJB AI summary The Minister responded to a parliamentary question with limited available information, stating that some details were unavailable due to the passage of more than 36 years since the relevant criminal investigations were completed. He confirmed only that nine suspects had been arrested for allegedly assisting in planning violent acts linked to an attack on the gate guard post of Sri Dalada Maligawa, and said the remaining part of the question did not arise. Oral Question: Security at Temple of the Tooth Relic and Road Closure Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. (Mrs.) Rohini Kumari Wijerathna SJB AI summary The Member asked the Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs for details on the reported attack on Sri Dalada Maligawa security personnel around 8 February 1989. She sought information on seized weapons, injuries and damage, whether investigations linked the attackers to the JVP or Deshapremi Janatha Vyaparaya, arrests and legal action, whether the objective was to seize or destroy the Sacred Tooth Relic, and requested the relevant police and investigation reports or reasons if they cannot be provided. Oral Question: Security at Temple of the Tooth Relic and Road Closure Read →
- 22 July 2025 The Hon. Rauff Hakeem, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Rauff Hakeem raised concerns about Gal Oya Plantations in the Ampara District alongside issues affecting Lanka Sugar Company factories, noting that cane farmers had met the Minister and that the Minister agreed to attend the District Coordinating Committee meeting on the 31st. He cited an Auditor General’s report alleging inadequate Treasury oversight, non-payment of dividends to the Government, major liabilities, and operational inefficiencies, and questioned whether there were attempts to create a monopoly over sugar and ethanol operations. He alleged intimidation of farmers, police action against farmer leaders, arson, misuse of insurance, forced indebtedness, and unfair pricing, and requested ministerial intervention with Treasury participation to address farmers’ grievances and ensure proper oversight. Adjournment Debate: Safeguarding Local Sugar Industry Read →
- 22 July 2025 The Hon. Wasantha Samarasinghe - Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development JJB AI summary Wasantha Samarasinghe said the Bills would raise the minimum wage for private sector workers from Rs. 21,000 to Rs. 30,000, with increases of Rs. 6,000 from April 2025 and Rs. 3,000 from January 2026, covering workers such as cleaners, security guards, manpower employees, shop workers, and apparel workers. He stated that the proposal follows discussions with the Labour Ministry and employers’ federations and builds on earlier Budgetary Relief Acts of 2005 and 2016. Addressing estate sector wages, he said the daily wage issue is before court, but the Government would act to ensure plantation workers can earn the Rs. 1,700 daily wage determined through the Wages Board process. Debate: National Minimum Wage of Workers and Budgetary Relief Allowance Bills (Second and Third Readings) Read →
- 22 July 2025 The Hon. Gayantha Karunathilleka SJB AI summary Hon. Gayantha Karunathilleka welcomed measures to increase private-sector wages through amendments to the Budgetary Relief Allowance laws and National Minimum Wage framework, particularly the absorption of the Rs. 3,500 relief allowance into basic salary. He cautioned that abolishing the separate allowance could exclude private-sector workers from future budgetary relief and worsen wage disparities, especially for informal workers lacking wage protections, pensions, safety measures, or reliable data coverage. He also criticized the Government over rising taxes and living costs, unfulfilled promises on fuel, electricity, VAT reductions, pensions, estate workers’ wages, and raised concern over increasing shootings and national security issues. Debate: National Minimum Wage of Workers and Budgetary Relief Allowance Bills (Second and Third Readings) Read →
- 22 July 2025 The Hon. Namal Rajapaksa, Attorney-at-Law SLPP AI summary Namal Rajapaksa questioned the Government’s characterization of recent shootings as clashes between organized criminal groups, asking whether affected local government members and their families were also being implied to have criminal links. He argued that repeated accusations in Parliament do not ensure justice for the public and criticized the governing party for, in his view, shifting from representing ordinary people to making policy with business elites. Debate: National Minimum Wage of Workers and Budgetary Relief Allowance Bills (Second and Third Readings) Read →
- 22 July 2025 The Hon. Namal Rajapaksa, Attorney-at-Law SLPP AI summary Namal Rajapaksa questioned the Government’s ability to ensure public security, citing a shooting at a Pradeshiya Sabha member’s house despite police presence. He also referred to allegations that two Pradeshiya Sabha members abducted someone in a luxury vehicle and noted another shooting the previous day, arguing that such incidents raise concerns about the protection of ordinary citizens. Debate: National Minimum Wage of Workers and Budgetary Relief Allowance Bills (Second and Third Readings) Read →
- 22 July 2025 The Hon. Chanaka Madugoda SLPP AI summary Hon. Chanaka Madugoda objected to an incident occurring despite police presence, implying concern over law enforcement’s effectiveness or response. The brief intervention appears to demand attention to security or public order failures in the context being discussed. Debate: National Minimum Wage of Workers and Budgetary Relief Allowance Bills (Second and Third Readings) Read →