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- 5 August 2025 The Hon. R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara SJB AI summary R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara sought the Speaker’s permission to raise a clarification. No substantive policy issue, proposal, or question was presented in the excerpt. Ministerial Statements: Trade and Commerce Issues in Jaffna District Read →
- 5 August 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa JJB AI summary The member stated that although the question had been directed to the Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation, the matter falls under the Ministry of Finance because the relevant committee was appointed by the President in his capacity as Minister of Finance. He said the question would therefore be referred to the Ministry of Finance for a response. Procedural: Standing Order 31 Matter and Question 27(2) on Transport Committee Read →
- 5 August 2025 The Hon. Dilith Jayaweera SB AI summary Hon. Dilith Jayaweera raised a question under Standing Order 27(2) to the Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation regarding the reported release of 323 containers without Customs inspection. He sought details on whether an inquiry committee was appointed, its membership and terms of reference, whether it had submitted a report, and which members signed it. Procedural: Standing Order 31 Matter and Question 27(2) on Transport Committee Read →
- 5 August 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Hon. Bimal Rathnayake argued that Standing Order 31 was not applicable but, since time had been granted, requested equal time for his side. He stated that public pressure can shape legal processes and that courts have properly reviewed presidential actions such as pardons and public expenditure where they may conflict with the purpose of the law. He emphasized that judicial oversight and scrutiny of abuses of power strengthen democracy, while noting that any fuller debate should be taken up under the appropriate procedure. Procedural: Standing Order 31 Matter and Question 27(2) on Transport Committee Read →
- 5 August 2025 The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara raised a matter under Standing Order 31 concerning a Supreme Court judgment on the 2022 Emergency Regulations, which had been approved by Parliament during a national crisis. He asked for the Government’s position on whether Emergency Regulations approved by Parliament can later be challenged in the Supreme Court for fundamental rights violations, and whether this raises issues under Article 4 of the Constitution relating to separation of powers and parliamentary privilege. Procedural: Standing Order 31 Matter and Question 27(2) on Transport Committee Read →
- 5 August 2025 The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara rose to make a Point of Order. No further substantive argument, proposal, or question is contained in the provided excerpt. Procedural: Standing Order 31 Matter and Question 27(2) on Transport Committee Read →
- 5 August 2025 The Hon. Chathuranga Abeysinghe - Deputy Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development JJB AI summary Deputy Minister Chathuranga Abeysinghe stated that “The Blue Brigade” is not involved. No further context, policy issue, or proposal was provided in the quoted statement. Question by Private Notice: Youth Services Council Circular Read →
- 5 August 2025 The Hon. Sajith Premadasa - Leader of the Opposition SJB AI summary Sajith Premadasa sought the Speaker’s permission to briefly conclude his question. No substantive policy issue, proposal, or demand was stated in the excerpt provided. Question by Private Notice: Youth Services Council Circular Read →
- 5 August 2025 The Hon. Eranga Gunasekara - Deputy Minister of Youth Affairs JJB AI summary The Deputy Minister responded to a Standing Order 27(2) question from the Leader of the Opposition, rejecting claims that Circular No. NYSC/2-11/25/01 politicized Youth Clubs. He said Youth Clubs for persons aged 15-29 are reorganized annually through National Youth Services Council procedures, with officers authorized by circular to reorganize active clubs and establish new ones where clubs are inactive. He stated that elections to divisional and district councils are conducted among youth members without political bias, that standing orders have been issued subject to Council approval, and that there is no requirement of two years’ active membership to hold executive office. Question by Private Notice: Youth Services Council Circular Read →
- 5 August 2025 The Hon. Ananda Wijepala JJB AI summary Ananda Wijepala stated that the matter raised concerning Customs procedures would be discussed with the Department of Customs to establish a formal process. He clarified that his earlier statement related to operations by the Police Department with the Navy, but undertook to address the Customs-related issue separately. Oral Questions: Education, Energy, President's Fund, Western Provincial Council Vehicles, Public Security, Pirivena Education, Hospitals in Matara, Land Settlement, Coastal Patrol, and Marawila Schools Read →
- 5 August 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) M.L.A.M. Hizbullah SLMC AI summary The Member asked the Deputy Minister whether the “Urumaya” programme is still being implemented. This was raised as a first supplementary question. Oral Questions: Education, Energy, President's Fund, Western Provincial Council Vehicles, Public Security, Pirivena Education, Hospitals in Matara, Land Settlement, Coastal Patrol, and Marawila Schools Read →
- 5 August 2025 The Hon. M.S. Uthumalebbe SLMC AI summary Hon. M.S. Uthumalebbe raised a point of order concerning Coordinating Committees, disputing the Minister’s statement that no new circular had been issued. He stated that new circulars had in fact been sent to Divisional Secretaries and Members. Oral Questions: Education, Energy, President's Fund, Western Provincial Council Vehicles, Public Security, Pirivena Education, Hospitals in Matara, Land Settlement, Coastal Patrol, and Marawila Schools Read →
- 5 August 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa JJB AI summary The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa stated that any circular currently in force would continue to be followed until it is amended. He added that the relevant Minister would provide a detailed response later on matters concerning provincial local governance and vehicles. Oral Questions: Education, Energy, President's Fund, Western Provincial Council Vehicles, Public Security, Pirivena Education, Hospitals in Matara, Land Settlement, Coastal Patrol, and Marawila Schools Read →
- 5 August 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa JJB AI summary No new circular has been issued on the matter, and proceedings are continuing under the circular introduced in 2018 by the previous Government. Further details were deferred to a later occasion when the Minister of Provincial Councils and Local Government is present. Oral Questions: Education, Energy, President's Fund, Western Provincial Council Vehicles, Public Security, Pirivena Education, Hospitals in Matara, Land Settlement, Coastal Patrol, and Marawila Schools Read →
- 5 August 2025 The Hon. Rohitha Abeygunawardhana NDF AI summary Hon. Rohitha Abeygunawardhana informed the House that the second supplementary question would be asked by Hon. Gayantha Karunathilleka. Oral Questions: Education, Energy, President's Fund, Western Provincial Council Vehicles, Public Security, Pirivena Education, Hospitals in Matara, Land Settlement, Coastal Patrol, and Marawila Schools Read →
- 5 August 2025 The Hon. Rohitha Abeygunawardhana NDF AI summary Rohitha Abeygunawardhana stated that he was unable to hear, apparently in response to proceedings in the Chamber. No policy position or substantive proposal was raised in the remark. Oral Questions: Education, Energy, President's Fund, Western Provincial Council Vehicles, Public Security, Pirivena Education, Hospitals in Matara, Land Settlement, Coastal Patrol, and Marawila Schools Read →
- 5 August 2025 The Hon. Rohitha Abeygunawardhana NDF AI summary Hon. Rohitha Abeygunawardhana raised a procedural concern that he was unable to hear the proceedings. He indicated that this prevented him from asking his question. Oral Questions: Education, Energy, President's Fund, Western Provincial Council Vehicles, Public Security, Pirivena Education, Hospitals in Matara, Land Settlement, Coastal Patrol, and Marawila Schools Read →
- 5 August 2025 The Hon. Rohitha Abeygunawardhana NDF AI summary Hon. Rohitha Abeygunawardhana clarified procedurally that his remarks were supplementary questions related to his first question, not a second question. He sought recognition from the Chair on that basis. Oral Questions: Education, Energy, President's Fund, Western Provincial Council Vehicles, Public Security, Pirivena Education, Hospitals in Matara, Land Settlement, Coastal Patrol, and Marawila Schools Read →
- 5 August 2025 The Hon. Rohitha Abeygunawardhana NDF AI summary Rohitha Abeygunawardhana questioned the Minister’s response on vehicles of the Western Provincial Council, noting that it also included vehicles of local authorities. He asked what had happened to vehicles formerly used by Chief Ministers and provincial ministers in the absence of elected Provincial Council representatives, specifically whether they are now used by officials or have been disposed of with proceeds remitted to the Government. Oral Questions: Education, Energy, President's Fund, Western Provincial Council Vehicles, Public Security, Pirivena Education, Hospitals in Matara, Land Settlement, Coastal Patrol, and Marawila Schools Read →
- 5 August 2025 The Hon. Rohitha Abeygunawardhana NDF AI summary Rohitha Abeygunawardhana questioned the accuracy of the Minister’s reply that the Western Province has 4,003 vehicles. He sought confirmation from the Minister on whether the stated figure was correct. Oral Questions: Education, Energy, President's Fund, Western Provincial Council Vehicles, Public Security, Pirivena Education, Hospitals in Matara, Land Settlement, Coastal Patrol, and Marawila Schools Read →