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- 21 January 2025 The Hon. Ananda Wijepala JJB AI summary Ananda Wijepala rejected accusations directed at the Police and challenged Opposition members’ credibility in raising issues of murder and journalist killings. He referred to the deaths of Wasim Thajudeen and Lasantha Wickrematunge, alleging that such killings occurred under the previous Rajapaksa Government and questioning whether Namal Rajapaksa and others had the moral authority to speak on the matter. Adjournment Debate: Clean Sri Lanka Programme Read →
- 21 January 2025 The Hon. Namal Rajapaksa, Attorney-at-Law SLPP AI summary Namal Rajapaksa cautioned against politicized criticism of the Police Commission, state officials, and the military. He argued that security-related concerns should be raised through the Security Council rather than at political rallies, warning against public statements that could undermine state institutions. Adjournment Debate: Clean Sri Lanka Programme Read →
- 21 January 2025 The Hon. Ananda Wijepala JJB AI summary Ananda Wijepala objected to a statement he considered false and insulting to the Police. He called on the House not to malign the Police with lies, framing the remark as a defence of the institution’s reputation. Adjournment Debate: Clean Sri Lanka Programme Read →
- 21 January 2025 The Hon. Namal Rajapaksa, Attorney-at-Law SLPP AI summary Hon. Namal Rajapaksa argued that when Opposition Members raise public concerns in Parliament, they should be heard without interruption or politicization. He referred to issues involving the Sri Lanka Police and cautioned against turning parliamentary proceedings into a forum for political revenge, contrasting this with what he characterized as the conduct of an anti-corruption commission. Adjournment Debate: Clean Sri Lanka Programme Read →
- 21 January 2025 The Hon. Namal Rajapaksa, Attorney-at-Law SLPP AI summary Namal Rajapaksa briefly interjected to state that the matter being referred to was from the Police, addressing the Leader of the House. No substantive argument, proposal, or policy position was developed in the excerpt provided. Adjournment Debate: Clean Sri Lanka Programme Read →
- 21 January 2025 The Hon. Ananda Wijepala - Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs JJB AI summary Minister Ananda Wijepala denied that the Police had made the statement being attributed to them and questioned which police authority or source was being referred to. Adjournment Debate: Clean Sri Lanka Programme Read →
- 21 January 2025 The Hon. Namal Rajapaksa, Attorney-at-Law SLPP AI summary Namal Rajapaksa questioned whether the Government, its 159 Members, and implementing agencies have a clear common understanding, Terms of Reference, and guidelines for the Clean Sri Lanka programme. He argued that similar initiatives under previous governments were criticized and later discontinued after changes of government, and called for a permanent, consistent process. He also criticized enforcement actions on vehicle accessories, asking whether safety concerns are genuinely addressed if violations are resolved through payment under the Motor Traffic Act, and urged clearer instructions to relevant officials. Adjournment Debate: Clean Sri Lanka Programme Read →
- 21 January 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) (Ms.) Harini Amarasuriya JJB AI summary The member rejected a proposal made in the debate to emulate extrajudicial measures associated with the Philippines in addressing drug crimes, such as taking people to sea and killing them. She stated that the Government has no intention or justification to act unlawfully in implementing the Clean Sri Lanka programme. Adjournment Debate: Clean Sri Lanka Programme Read →
- 21 January 2025 The Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake NDF AI summary Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake argued that drug traffickers and underworld figures should be dealt with harshly, citing the Philippines as an example, and said “Clean Sri Lanka” must also address corrupt or unsuitable public officials, including recent appointments in the Uva Provincial Council. He urged the Government to ensure proper appointments and said the Opposition’s role is to expose such matters in Parliament. He also defended former Presidents’ entitlements and security arrangements, criticised attacks on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and on former leaders such as Mahinda Rajapaksa and Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga, and called on the Government and the President to act with greater decorum and responsibility. Adjournment Debate: Clean Sri Lanka Programme Read →
- 21 January 2025 The Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake NDF AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake said Customs trade unions had begun action after 270 containers were allegedly released without inspection, and tabled the unions’ letter to the Director-General of Customs, raising concerns about possible contents and revenue loss. He reiterated allegations about expenditure on the Clean Sri Lanka launch, claiming his intervention reduced the cost from Rs. 7 million to Rs. 900,000, and questioned who funded related Christmas lighting, drone shows and entertainment. While stating that Clean Sri Lanka was a positive initiative, he argued that it should first address shootings, homicides, the underworld and drug trafficking before focusing on waste management. Adjournment Debate: Clean Sri Lanka Programme Read →
- 21 January 2025 The Hon. Muneer Mulaffer JJB AI summary Hon. Muneer Mulaffer seconded the Adjournment Motion on the Clean Sri Lanka programme, arguing that it is a broad national initiative for social, environmental and moral renewal rather than a limited effort targeting vehicle decorations or particular sectors. He rejected claims that the programme is anti-people or aimed at suppressing the media, and said the Government seeks to unite all communities and justify the public trust placed in it. He called for participation beyond race, religion, language and party divisions to support the programme’s stated aim of a “prosperous country” and a “beautiful life.” Adjournment Debate: Clean Sri Lanka Programme Read →
- 21 January 2025 The Hon. K.V. Samantha Viddyarathna JJB AI summary Illegal mining activity is under investigation and has been stopped, with authorities assessing the extent of extraction beyond permitted volumes. CCTV monitoring of truck movements has been introduced, revealing frequent removal of loads and attempts to avoid or disable surveillance. Legal action will be taken after the over-extraction is quantified. Oral Questions (Multiple Questions) Read →
- 9 January 2025 The Hon. Sunil Watagala, Attorney-at-Law - Deputy Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs JJB AI summary Hon. Sunil Watagala rejected the Opposition’s Motion on senior citizens’ deposits, taxation and the cost of living, arguing that the Government has been in office for only about 50 days and should be judged against its five-year mandate and stated policy programme. He accused former Ministers and MPs in the Opposition of lacking credibility, citing issues such as alleged misuse of vehicles, the President’s Fund, postponed local elections, and the “Krish” transaction. He said current Police vehicle operations are being conducted under a circular consistent with the Motor Traffic Act and that lawful businesses need not fear them. He also stated that rice imports had been arranged, that shortages should be reported to the Ministry, and that the Local Authorities Elections (Special Provisions) Bill had been presented to enable local elections to be held expeditiously. Adjournment Debate: Government Performance and Commodity Prices Read →
- 9 January 2025 The Hon. Mujibur Rahman SJB AI summary Mujibur Rahman stated that queues for obtaining passports were still ongoing. He raised the issue as a continuing public inconvenience requiring government attention. Adjournment Debate: Government Performance and Commodity Prices Read →
- 9 January 2025 The Hon. Sunil Watagala, Attorney-at-Law - Deputy Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs JJB AI summary Sunil Watagala, Deputy Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs, responded to a Point of Order concerning an alleged police assault raised by Sivagnanam Shritharan. He stated that he would inquire into the matter and report back to Parliament. Adjournment Debate: Government Performance and Commodity Prices Read →
- 9 January 2025 The Hon. Namal Rajapaksa, Attorney-at-Law SLPP AI summary Hon. Namal Rajapaksa urged the Government to implement its election promises within the promised “100 days,” citing unresolved issues over rice, salt, coconuts, taxes, IMF commitments, and investor policy. He criticized alleged attacks on media and social media users, warned against using repression to mask administrative shortcomings, and called for lawful, consistent handling of defamation and terrorism-related complaints. He also raised concerns about politicization of the public service, unclear policy direction, and the implementation of the Clean Sri Lanka programme, asking that vehicle and traffic enforcement be regulated through the Motor Traffic Act without harming related livelihoods. Adjournment Debate: Government Performance and Commodity Prices Read →
- 9 January 2025 The Hon. Jagath Manuwarna JJB AI summary Jagath Manuwarna said the Government had been in office for about 50 days and could not resolve long-standing poverty and economic problems within that period. He criticized political and media actors for using shortages and poverty for spectacle, and referred to past misinformation and communal allegations, including the case of Dr. Shafi Shihabdeen. He clarified that “Clean Sri Lanka” was broader than traffic-law enforcement, noting discussions with bus operators and a three-month grace period to regularize vehicles, and urged police to act calmly while asking the Opposition and public to allow the Government time to address inherited crises. Adjournment Debate: Government Performance and Commodity Prices Read →
- 9 January 2025 The Hon. Mahinda Jayasinghe - Deputy Minister of Labour JJB AI summary The Deputy Minister cited accident statistics for SLTB and private buses in 2024 and urged Members to use factual data in debate, while requesting that a derogatory term used against the Opposition be expunged from Hansard. He defended the Government against allegations about its past role in government and current investigations, stating that legal processes would be followed and that the Government would not be destabilized by media or Opposition tactics. He argued that the new administration had begun changing political culture despite limited time in office, said inflation had eased, and outlined planned measures including the “Clean Sri Lanka” programme, public sector salary increases, expanded Aswesuma benefits, education support for children, and other relief measures in the forthcoming Budget. Adjournment Debate: Government Performance and Commodity Prices Read →
- 9 January 2025 The Hon. Rauff Hakeem, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Rauff Hakeem raised concerns about the Local Authorities Elections (Special Provisions) Bill, noting that deeming nominations never to have been presented may adversely affect public servants who took no-pay leave and lost promotions or increments after submitting nominations. He urged the Government to address their situation and said ambiguities identified by the Election Commission, including issues affecting local authority majorities such as in Elpitiya, should be corrected. He proposed referring the Bill to the Legislative Standing Committee for expedited review. Bills Presented and Orders Read →
- 9 January 2025 The Hon. Mahinda Jayasinghe - Deputy Minister JJB AI summary Mahinda Jayasinghe stated that the Government had not promised a Rs. 25,000 figure and that the amount would be finalized later. He argued that the previous Cabinet decision by former President Ranil Wickremesinghe on 4 September, immediately before postal voting, was intended to influence public servants’ votes and was not a genuine policy proposal. Oral Questions Read →