Topic
Parliamentary Procedure
9,520 speeches · 1,565 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. Bimal Rathnayake, M.P. JJB | 955 |
| 2 | Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney at Law, M.P. SJB | 548 |
| 3 | Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna, M.P. Independent Group 17 - Jaffna | 403 |
| 4 | Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa, M.P. JJB | 403 |
| 5 | Hon. Ravi Karunanayake, M.P. NDF | 359 |
| 6 | Hon. Sajith Premadasa, M.P. SJB | 333 |
| 7 | Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri, M.P. SJB | 286 |
| 8 | Hon. Gayantha Karunathilleka, M.P. SJB | 257 |
| 9 | Hon. Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, M.P. JJB | 210 |
| 10 | Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney at Law, M.P. JJB | 179 |
Speeches
9,520 on this topic- 24 October 2025 The Hon. M.S. Uthumalebbe SLMC AI summary Hon. M.S. Uthumalebbe raised concerns about threats to the safety of Members of Parliament, stating that he had faced a serious life threat in the Ampara District and had complained to the Inspector-General of Police and the Minister of Public Security. Referring to a recent incident and earlier requests made at a meeting chaired by the President, he asked that appropriate action be taken to ensure the security of people’s representatives. Procedural Matters: Questions under Standing Order 27(2) and Security Concerns Read →
- 24 October 2025 The Hon. M.S. Uthumalebbe SLMC AI summary Hon. M.S. Uthumalebbe rose to raise a Point of Order. No substantive issue, proposal, or argument is recorded in the provided speech excerpt. Procedural Matters: Questions under Standing Order 27(2) and Security Concerns Read →
- 24 October 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa JJB AI summary Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa briefly began responding to a matter raised by the Leader of the Opposition. The provided excerpt contains no substantive details on the issue, position, proposal, or question addressed. Procedural Matters: Questions under Standing Order 27(2) and Security Concerns Read →
- 24 October 2025 The Hon. Sajith Premadasa - Leader of the Opposition SJB AI summary Sajith Premadasa raised a brief point following an oral question from the previous day, stating that it concerned the privileges of Members of Parliament. He indicated he would not take much time, framing the matter as a procedural issue regarding parliamentary privileges. Procedural Matters: Questions under Standing Order 27(2) and Security Concerns Read →
- 24 October 2025 The Hon. Sajith Premadasa - Leader of the Opposition SJB AI summary Sajith Premadasa sought clarification from the Minister on the timing of responses to two questions raised under Standing Order 27(2) by both government and opposition members. He asked whether the answers would be provided at the next available opportunity. Procedural Matters: Questions under Standing Order 27(2) and Security Concerns Read →
- 24 October 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Anil Jayantha JJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Anil Jayantha stated that the reorganization of Ministries does not create a procedural or legal issue under the Appropriation Bill, as allocations are being transferred between existing Heads and Programmes following the amalgamation and creation of Ministries. He explained that any additional cost for the personal staff Vote of a new Minister can be met through Treasury miscellaneous expenses under Section 6(1) of the Appropriation Act, without a Supplementary Estimate. He emphasized that the total approved Government expenditure of Rs. 7,190 billion remains unchanged. Procedural Matters: Questions under Standing Order 27(2) and Security Concerns Read →
- 24 October 2025 The Hon. Ravi Karunanayake NDF AI summary Requested that the answers be presented on the 8th. Procedural Matters: Questions under Standing Order 27(2) and Security Concerns Read →
- 24 October 2025 The Hon. Sajith Premadasa - Leader of the Opposition SJB AI summary Sajith Premadasa noted that the scheduled time for Votes of Condolence had already begun and requested that the relevant answers be deferred to the next available opportunity, subject to Hon. Ravi Karunanayake having no objection. Procedural Matters: Questions under Standing Order 27(2) and Security Concerns Read →
- 24 October 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Anil Jayantha JJB AI summary Dr. Anil Jayantha stated that two questions raised under Standing Order 27(2) by the Leader of the Opposition and Hon. Ravi Karunanayake contain multiple parts and require more time than the two minutes available for a proper ministerial response. He indicated that he would instead use the allotted time to refer briefly to the Appropriation Bill. Procedural Matters: Questions under Standing Order 27(2) and Security Concerns Read →
- 24 October 2025 The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK AI summary Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam made a brief procedural intervention, requesting one minute from the Deputy Speaker. No substantive policy issue, proposal, or question was raised in the recorded statement. Ministerial Statement: Export of Rough Gems and Foreign Currency Read →
- 24 October 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa JJB AI summary The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa responded to concerns about whether the Budget scheduled for 7 November could proceed following the reshuffle. He stated that the matter had been discussed and resolved at the Office of the Leader of the House, and confirmed that the Budget would be presented, debated, and any necessary amendments introduced at Committee Stage, citing precedent and assuming responsibility. Ministerial Statement: Amendments to Appropriation Bill 2026 and Ministerial Reshuffle Read →
- 24 October 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Harsha de Silva SJB AI summary Dr. Harsha de Silva clarified that the matter under discussion concerns only a two-month period and does not extend to the following year. Ministerial Statement: Amendments to Appropriation Bill 2026 and Ministerial Reshuffle Read →
- 24 October 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Harsha de Silva SJB AI summary As Chairman of the Committee on Public Finance, Hon. (Dr.) Harsha de Silva clarified that the matter under discussion relates to the current two-month period rather than the following year. He indicated that the Member’s question concerns whether a specific measure or instrument needs to be introduced for that interim period. Ministerial Statement: Amendments to Appropriation Bill 2026 and Ministerial Reshuffle Read →
- 24 October 2025 The Hon. Ravi Karunanayake NDF AI summary Ravi Karunanayake sought clarification on how legal effect would be given to the year’s Cabinet changes through a complementary estimate. He asked whether this would be done through the Budget or by another procedure, and when it would occur. Ministerial Statement: Amendments to Appropriation Bill 2026 and Ministerial Reshuffle Read →
- 24 October 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Harsha de Silva SJB AI summary Dr. Harsha de Silva said that while there is no change in the total funds, legal and accounting clarity is needed when assets and liabilities are divided between Ministries. He cited potential confusion over borrowings and assets, and urged that projects such as the Maritime Facilitation Centre and the Port Access Elevated Highway be separated in a legally robust manner within the relevant two-month period to avoid future disputes. Ministerial Statement: Amendments to Appropriation Bill 2026 and Ministerial Reshuffle Read →
- 24 October 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa JJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa stated that officials had reviewed concerns raised about handling changes to expenditure Heads after the Appropriation Bill is presented. Citing the 2024 Budget process and earlier creation of new Heads following ministerial changes, he argued that Cabinet reshuffles or new ministerial assignments can be accommodated at Committee Stage as long as total expenditure remains unchanged. He said there is precedent and no legal impediment to debating and adjusting the relevant Heads accordingly. Ministerial Statement: Amendments to Appropriation Bill 2026 and Ministerial Reshuffle Read →
- 24 October 2025 The Hon. Gayantha Karunathilleka SJB AI summary Gayantha Karunathilleka stated the Opposition’s position on legal and technical issues arising from changes to ministerial portfolios after the Appropriation Bill had been presented, noting that the number of Cabinet Ministries had increased from 24 to 25. He said Opposition representatives had met government officials and agreed that, given existing Cabinet approval, the Committee Stage could proceed, while drawing attention to Article 78(3) of the Constitution on amendments to Bills. He emphasized that any legal responsibility for proceeding in this context rests with the Government, not the Opposition. Ministerial Statement: Amendments to Appropriation Bill 2026 and Ministerial Reshuffle Read →
- 24 October 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Harsha de Silva SJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Harsha de Silva welcomed the Deputy Minister’s statement and requested a copy of the tabled document. He noted that while the arrangement had been described as temporary, any transfer of assets between Ministries should be backed by legislation. Ministerial Statement: Amendments to Appropriation Bill 2026 and Ministerial Reshuffle Read →
- 24 October 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Anil Jayantha – Minister of Labour and Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning AI summary On behalf of the Minister of Finance and Planning, the Minister explained that amendments to the Appropriation Bill, 2026 are needed to reflect ministerial subject changes made by Extraordinary Gazette No. 2458/65 of 18 October 2025. He outlined the creation of a new Ministry of Ports and Civil Aviation, renaming and reallocation of functions among several Ministries, and the transfer of specified departmental Heads and institutions. He stated that 2025 reallocations would be handled administratively under Financial Regulation 208 without changing total expenditure, while formal amendments for 2026 would be moved at Committee Stage, including possible use of Head 176 for the new Ministry. Ministerial Statement: Amendments to Appropriation Bill 2026 and Ministerial Reshuffle Read →
- 24 October 2025 The Hon. Ravi Karunanayake NDF AI summary Ravi Karunanayake raised a Point of Order concerning questions under Standing Order 27(2), stating that such questions are used to place known facts before the House and the public when the Prime Minister and Cabinet are present. He argued that the newly elected Government appears to be continuing previous policies rather than ending what he described as a “76-year curse,” and specifically questioned the continued presence of a former Central Bank official. Point of Order and Procedural Matters - Budget-related Discussion Read →