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- 19 August 2025 Mr. Speaker [The Hon. (Dr.) Jagath Wickramaratne] AI summary The Speaker informed Parliament that he had endorsed certificates on the Exchange Control (Amendment) Bill on 15 August 2025 and the Sri Lanka Electricity (Amendment) Bill on 18 August 2025 under Article 79 of the Constitution. He also announced receipt of the Supreme Court’s determination on the Mediation (Civil and Commercial Disputes) Bill, challenged under Article 121(1), stating that the Court found the Bill not inconsistent with the Constitution and that it may be passed by a simple majority. He ordered the determination, including details of the petition, parties, counsel, and constitutional issues raised, to be printed in the Official Report. Parliament Opening and Speaker's Certificate Read →
- 7 August 2025 The Hon. Ajith P. Perera SJB AI summary Ajith P. Perera criticized a remark attributed to the President, stating that if the President had said statements made in Parliament were false and those made outside were true, then it implied the President lies in Parliament. He also objected to Hon. Mujibur Rahman’s comments as insulting to the President. Adjournment Debate: Current Economic Status of the Country Read →
- 7 August 2025 The Hon. Ajith P. Perera SJB AI summary Ajith P. Perera raised a Point of Order before the Chairperson. No substantive argument, proposal, or issue is included in the provided excerpt. Adjournment Debate: Current Economic Status of the Country Read →
- 7 August 2025 The Hon. K. Sujith Sanjaya Perera SJB AI summary Hon. K. Sujith Sanjaya Perera stated that he had been allowed to take two minutes from Hon. S. Udaya Gammanpila’s allocated speaking time, giving him a total of six minutes. No substantive policy argument or proposal was made in the excerpt. Adjournment Debate: Current Economic Status of the Country Read →
- 7 August 2025 The Hon. (Mrs.) Hemali Weerasekara - Deputy Chairperson of Committees JJB AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) Hemali Weerasekara assumed the Chair as Deputy Chairperson of Committees after the Hon. Deputy Speaker left the Chair. This was a procedural transition in the sitting, with no substantive remarks or policy issues raised. Adjournment Debate: Current Economic Status of the Country Read →
- 7 August 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Harsha de Silva SJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Harsha de Silva addressed the President directly, stating that while the Opposition respects him and is willing to work for the country, it had already clearly set out what it believes needs to be done. He noted that political exchanges may include minor remarks from both sides and referred to discussions in the Lobby about challenging the Government. Adjournment Debate: Current Economic Status of the Country Read →
- 7 August 2025 The Hon. Anura Kumara Dissanayaka AI summary Anura Kumara Dissanayaka briefly invited the other member to continue speaking, indicating that he could hear them. He also noted that the proceedings were being brought to a close. Adjournment Debate: Current Economic Status of the Country Read →
- 7 August 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Harsha de Silva SJB AI summary Dr. Harsha de Silva briefly stated that he had been drawn into the matter under discussion, without elaborating further on the issue or making a substantive policy argument. Adjournment Debate: Current Economic Status of the Country Read →
- 7 August 2025 The Hon. Anura Kumara Dissanayaka AI summary Anura Kumara Dissanayaka said the Government would review and, if necessary, amend criteria for project allocations, noting that local government elections after the March 21 Budget delayed project implementation until after May 6 due to Election Commission restrictions. He stated that all 2025 budgeted funds would be released despite delays, that 2026 funds would be available from January, and that MPs would be treated equally in submitting district development proposals. He also indicated that the next Budget may include a concessionary vehicle scheme for MPs during their term, and urged the Opposition not to create political or economic instability, referring to claims about possible US tariff increases. Adjournment Debate: Current Economic Status of the Country Read →
- 7 August 2025 The Hon. Ajith P. Perera SJB AI summary Ajith P. Perera stated that the referenced circular was incorrect and had not been implementable. He requested that it be changed. Adjournment Debate: Current Economic Status of the Country Read →
- 7 August 2025 The Hon. Anura Kumara Dissanayaka AI summary Anura Kumara Dissanayaka stated that efforts would be made to double the relevant figure or commitment being discussed. The remark indicates an intention to increase the target beyond its current level, though the specific subject is not identified in the provided excerpt. Adjournment Debate: Current Economic Status of the Country Read →
- 7 August 2025 The Hon. Ajith P. Perera SJB AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera stated that the circular under discussion was incorrect. Adjournment Debate: Current Economic Status of the Country Read →
- 7 August 2025 An Hon. Member AI summary An Hon. Member stated that proposals had been submitted. No further details on the content, purpose, or recipient of the proposals were provided. Adjournment Debate: Current Economic Status of the Country Read →
- 7 August 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa JJB AI summary Proposed that the day’s parliamentary sitting continue without the usual lunch adjournment. Adjournment Debate: Current Economic Status of the Country Read →
- 7 August 2025 The Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake NDF AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake stated that the matter under discussion would be postponed to 2027. Adjournment Debate: Current Economic Status of the Country Read →
- 7 August 2025 The Hon. Wijesiri Basnayake JJB AI summary Hon. Wijesiri Basnayake moved an Adjournment Motion on the country’s current economic status, arguing that the Government has restored macroeconomic stability after the recent crisis and is now seeking faster growth and reform. He cited improved GDP growth, private credit expansion, investor confidence, FDI approvals, export diversification, tourism recovery, and management of US reciprocal tariffs through diplomatic engagement. He urged Parliament, including the Opposition, to support the Government’s economic programme and use the House’s financial powers to consolidate recovery and deliver benefits to the public. Adjournment Debate: Current Economic Status of the Country Read →
- 7 August 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Moved the adjournment of Parliament. The motion “that the Parliament do now adjourn” was proposed. Adjournment Debate: Current Economic Status of the Country Read →
- 7 August 2025 The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary The Member moved that the Bill be read a Third time and sought leave to correct typographical, grammatical, and numbering errors, along with any consequential amendments. The House agreed to the motion, and the Bill was read a Third time and passed. Bills of Exchange (Amendment) Bill - Passage Read →
- 7 August 2025 The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary Moved the Second Reading of the Bill, after which Parliament agreed to it and referred the Bill to a Committee of the whole Parliament. The Bill was considered in Committee, with Clauses 1 to 18, the Enacting Clause, and the Title ordered to stand part of the Bill, and it was reported without amendment. Bills of Exchange (Amendment) Bill - Passage Read →
- 7 August 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Hon. Bimal Rathnayake moved that Parliament adjourn at the conclusion of the day’s business until 9.30 a.m. on Tuesday, 19 August 2025. The motion was put to the House and agreed to. Sittings of Parliament and Adjournment Resolution Read →