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- 26 September 2025 Mr. Speaker [The Hon. (Dr.) Jagath Wickramaratne] AI summary The Speaker informed Parliament that, under Article 154(6) of the Constitution, specified sections of the Auditor-General’s Reports for the financial years 2023 and 2024 were laid on the Table. The announcement was procedural and related to the formal presentation of audit reports to Parliament. Parliament Opening Read →
- 25 September 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Upali Pannilage - Minister of Rural Development, Social Security and Community Empowerment JJB AI summary Moved the motion that Parliament do now adjourn. The Question was then proposed to the House. Adjournment Motion: Ceylon Electricity Board Financial Status and Tariff Reduction Read →
- 25 September 2025 The Hon. (Mrs.) Deepthi Wasalage JJB AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) Deepthi Wasalage supported the regulations extending the deadline for releasing vehicles imported for tourism from 30 June to 30 September 2025, citing technical delays and the earlier impact of vehicle import restrictions on tourism. She argued that past corruption and mismanagement caused the economic crisis, while the current Government has begun stabilizing the economy and easing import restrictions. She also defended the President’s policy direction, highlighting education and welfare measures such as increased student allowances, enhanced Mahapola benefits, book grants, and President’s Fund scholarships. Debate Continuation: Vehicle Import Regulations Read →
- 25 September 2025 The Hon. M.A.M. Thahir ACMC AI summary Hon. M.A.M. Thahir referred to matches held at a privately owned venue belonging to a former MP, noting that events had reportedly been conducted there for about twenty years. He appeared to raise concerns or seek clarification regarding the status or use of that venue in relation to the matches. Debate Continuation: Vehicle Import Regulations Read →
- 25 September 2025 The Hon. M.A.M. Thahir ACMC AI summary Hon. M.A.M. Thahir stated that his allotted speaking time had been reduced from five minutes to three and requested an additional two minutes from the Presiding Member. Debate Continuation: Vehicle Import Regulations Read →
- 25 September 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Upali Pannilage JJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Upali Pannilage moved that Hon. (Prof.) Sena Nanayakkara take the Chair. The motion was put to the House and agreed to, after which the Deputy Chairperson of Committees left the Chair and Hon. (Prof.) Sena Nanayakkara assumed it. Debate Continuation: Vehicle Import Regulations Read →
- 25 September 2025 Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna objected to what he described as abusive remarks directed at him and criticized the response as limited to requesting that the words be expunged. He argued that similar remarks made by him would have been treated as a much more serious matter, alleging unequal handling in the chamber. Debate: Imports and Exports (Control) Act - Regulations for Vehicle Imports Read →
- 25 September 2025 Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised a point of order citing Standing Order 91(i), which provides for offensive or disorderly words to be expunged from Hansard. He stated that he had been called “yakā” the previous day and requested that the reference be removed from the record. Debate: Imports and Exports (Control) Act - Regulations for Vehicle Imports Read →
- 25 September 2025 Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised a point of order. No substantive issue or argument was recorded in the provided excerpt. Debate: Imports and Exports (Control) Act - Regulations for Vehicle Imports Read →
- 25 September 2025 The Hon. Ajith P. Perera SJB AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera argued that, under Standing Order 76(1), the Speaker could not revisit or re-decide the earlier rejection of the No-Confidence Motion against the Deputy Minister of Public Security. He cited the Attorney-General’s opinion and Secretariat reports indicating there was no legal impediment and that precedent allowed such a motion against a Deputy Minister as an office-bearer, and he tabled those documents. Referring to past no-confidence motions against Speakers, he stated that the Opposition intends to submit a No-Confidence Motion against the Speaker for allegedly violating Standing Orders and limiting Members’ accountability mechanisms. Debate: Imports and Exports (Control) Act - Regulations for Vehicle Imports Read →
- 25 September 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Anil Jayantha - Minister of Labour and Acting Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development JJB AI summary The Minister moved approval of regulations under the Imports and Exports (Control) Act, published in Gazette Extraordinary No. 2449/60 of 15 August 2025 and presented on 12 September 2025, with Cabinet approval notified. He explained that the regulations relate to the earlier suspension of vehicle imports during the foreign exchange crisis following the economic collapse and said they are being brought forward as conditions normalize. Debate: Imports and Exports (Control) Act - Regulations for Vehicle Imports Read →
- 25 September 2025 The Hon. (Prof.) A.H.M.H. Abayarathna - Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government JJB AI summary The Minister stated that the proposal raised by the Member would be studied and that the relevant information would be submitted thereafter. Standing Order 27(2) Questions and Statement on Na Uyana Tragedy Read →
- 25 September 2025 The Hon. Rohitha Abeygunawardhana NDF AI summary Hon. Rohitha Abeygunawardhana briefly requested additional time, noting that the answer was lengthy. He then asked for clarification of the “langur number,” without providing further substantive context. Oral Answers to Questions Read →
- 25 September 2025 The Hon. Kumara Jayakody JJB AI summary Hon. Kumara Jayakody stated that accurate statistics and details could be provided if the matter were raised formally. Oral Answers to Questions Read →
- 25 September 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Citing Standing Order No. 141 on the Speaker’s responsibility for the management of Parliament buildings, Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised a point of Order regarding the public restroom outside Parliament reportedly being closed by Police at 4.30 p.m. He requested that the facility remain open at night for visitors who otherwise have nowhere to go. Oral Answers to Questions Read →
- 25 September 2025 The Hon. Ravi Karunanayake NDF AI summary Hon. Ravi Karunanayake asked the Minister of Rural Development, Social Security and Community Empowerment for detailed information on the assets, number, governance, and financial performance of Samurdhi Banks and Samurdhi General Societies. He sought clarification on whether Samurdhi Banks are regulated by the Central Bank, reasons for any exclusion, details of the board chairmanship and shareholders, and ten-year data on profits or losses, balance sheets, deposit interest rates, and lending rates. Oral Answers to Questions Read →
- 25 September 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa - Minister of Health and Mass Media, Acting Minister of Justice and National Integration and Chief Government Whip JJB AI summary The Minister requested three weeks to provide an answer to the question raised. The question was accordingly ordered to stand down. Oral Answers to Questions Read →
- 25 September 2025 The Hon. Ajith P. Perera SJB AI summary Ajith P. Perera briefly rose to ask a question in Parliament. No further details of the question or its subject matter are provided in the excerpt. Oral Answers to Questions Read →
- 25 September 2025 The Hon. Arun Hemachandra - Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism JJB AI summary The Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism requested two weeks’ time to answer the question. The question was ordered to stand down. Oral Answers to Questions Read →
- 25 September 2025 The Hon. Nalin Bandara Jayamaha SJB AI summary Nalin Bandara Jayamaha formally posed a question to the House. No substantive details or policy issue were stated in the recorded remark. Oral Answers to Questions Read →