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- 18 June 2025 The Hon. (Mrs.) Hemali Weerasekara – Deputy Chairperson of Committees AI summary Hon. Hemali Weerasekara, as Deputy Chairperson of Committees, called on Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara to speak and informed him that he had 11 minutes. Debate: Orders under Reciprocal Recognition, Registration and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act No. 49 of 2024 Read →
- 18 June 2025 The Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana JJB AI summary The Member spoke during debate on Orders under Act No. 49 of 2024 and referred to recent local authority outcomes, stating that the Government side had secured control of the Colombo, Kolonnawa and Nuwara Eliya municipal councils. He argued that the Opposition’s criticism over the Colombo Municipal Council process was unfounded, citing seat numbers, ward results and a unanimous decision to proceed by secret ballot. He also urged that parliamentary proceedings not be disrupted and linked the local election results to the Government’s broader programme to rebuild the country. Debate: Orders under Reciprocal Recognition, Registration and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act No. 49 of 2024 Read →
- 18 June 2025 The Hon. Bhagya Sri Herath, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary The remarks supported Orders under Act No. 49 of 2024 to recognize and enforce designated foreign civil judgments in Sri Lanka, particularly monetary and divorce decrees, describing them as beneficial to Sri Lankans abroad by avoiding re-litigation. It was stated that consultation with the Foreign Minister or Attorney-General under the Act is discretionary rather than mandatory. The speech also rejected Opposition claims about the legality of a CMC secret ballot, saying the matter should be taken to court if contested, and emphasized that judicial reforms require implementation capacity, including staffing, infrastructure, digitization, and process improvements. Debate: Orders under Reciprocal Recognition, Registration and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act No. 49 of 2024 Read →
- 18 June 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) (Ms.) Kaushalya Ariyarathne JJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) (Ms.) Kaushalya Ariyarathne responded to Opposition criticism over local government procedures, arguing that non-binding guidelines cannot override statutory duties under the 2012 Act and citing a 14 June 2025 ministerial clarification directing Commissioners to act according to law. She then supported the Orders under the Recognition, Registration and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act, No. 49 of 2024, stating that designating 53 countries would facilitate enforcement of foreign civil judgments, including divorce and monetary decrees, and assist the diaspora. She linked the measure to efforts to reduce court backlogs, noting broader work on staffing, resources, infrastructure and digitization, and welcomed the Opposition’s requested special debate. Debate: Orders under Reciprocal Recognition, Registration and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act No. 49 of 2024 Read →
- 18 June 2025 The Hon. Mujibur Rahman SJB AI summary Hon. Mujibur Rahman alleged that the Western Province Commissioner of Local Government mishandled the Colombo Municipal Council mayoral election process by insisting on a secret ballot despite an Opposition request for an open vote. Citing section 66A(6) of the Local Authorities Elections (Amendment) Act, No. 22 of 2012 and ministry guidelines, he argued that members present should first have decided the voting method through a recorded vote. He contrasted this with procedures followed in the Central Province and claimed the Western Province Commissioner acted under political pressure, calling for adherence to public service conduct and democratic norms. Debate: Orders under Reciprocal Recognition, Registration and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act No. 49 of 2024 Read →
- 18 June 2025 The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara briefly moved or supported the procedural step by indicating assent, after which the Chair stated that the question was proposed. No substantive policy argument, proposal, or demand was made in the recorded speech. Debate: Orders under Reciprocal Recognition, Registration and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act No. 49 of 2024 Read →
- 18 June 2025 The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law - Minister of Justice and National Integration JJB AI summary Moved approval of Gazette Extraordinary No. 2429/51 under the Reciprocal Recognition, Registration and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act, No. 49 of 2024, specifying 53 countries and relevant courts whose judgments may be recognized and enforced in Sri Lanka. He said the Act addresses a previous legal gap, mainly supporting civil debt recovery and matrimonial decrees while excluding taxes, fines, charges, and criminal penalties, and is intended to reduce relitigation and enforcement costs. He also clarified that electoral reform and repeal of presidential and parliamentary benefits were removed from the Justice Ministry Action Plan because they fall outside its line functions, while Cabinet has approved proposals to draft repeal legislation on presidential entitlements and parliamentary pensions. Debate: Orders under Reciprocal Recognition, Registration and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act No. 49 of 2024 Read →
- 18 June 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Hon. Bimal Rathnayake requested the Opposition Chief Organizer to ensure that Opposition Members remain in the Chamber until 5.30 p.m. Procedural: Urgent Debate Motion on Israel–Iran War (Standing Order 19) Read →
- 18 June 2025 The Hon. Sajith Premadasa - Leader of the Opposition SJB AI summary Sajith Premadasa thanked the Chair for granting the debate but argued that the seriousness of the issue warranted more than the allotted two hours. He requested additional time for the debate, either later that day or the following day. Procedural: Urgent Debate Motion on Israel–Iran War (Standing Order 19) Read →
- 18 June 2025 The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara raised a Point of Order under Standing Order 91(c), which prohibits imputing improper motives or referring to Members’ private affairs. He objected to remarks suggesting his party had too many leaders, stating that it is a coalition of multiple parties and leaders and that such references were inappropriate. Procedural: Urgent Debate Motion on Israel–Iran War (Standing Order 19) Read →
- 18 June 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Bimal Rathnayake stated that a motion under Standing Order 19(1) may proceed if the required 20 Members rise and the Speaker so decides, with debate under Standing Order 19(3) possible at 3.30 p.m. if consent is granted. He noted that Government concurrence is required and that, since an adjournment motion by Hon. Hector Appuhamy is already scheduled, only one adjournment debate can be held; the Government is willing to take this debate instead from 3.30 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. Procedural: Urgent Debate Motion on Israel–Iran War (Standing Order 19) Read →
- 18 June 2025 The Hon. Ajith P. Perera SJB AI summary Ajith P. Perera noted that the motion was in his name and requested that, under Standing Order 19(3), the debate be taken up that day at 3.30 p.m. Procedural: Urgent Debate Motion on Israel–Iran War (Standing Order 19) Read →
- 18 June 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa JJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa briefly noted that the matter would be examined, despite a debate being scheduled for the evening. Oral Questions: Questions 1–2 (School Projects, Ministers' Answers and Supplementaries) and Q.633/2025 (stood down), Q.636/2025 (Limestone Transport), Q.715/2025 (Kukuleganga Access Road), Q.724/2025 (Suwaseya Ambulance Service), Q.792/2025 (Bus Route Permits), Minuwangoda Shopping Complex, Tea Factories, and Social Media Provisions Read →
- 18 June 2025 The Hon. Kumara Jayakody JJB AI summary Kumara Jayakody stated that he was unaware of any prior question regarding fee payments and said such issues should be addressed through the Pradeshiya and District Coordinating Committees. He added that the Road Development Authority, the DDC, and the District Secretary had been reminded 17 times to take over the matter, and that resolution should proceed through those mechanisms. Oral Questions: Questions 1–2 (School Projects, Ministers' Answers and Supplementaries) and Q.633/2025 (stood down), Q.636/2025 (Limestone Transport), Q.715/2025 (Kukuleganga Access Road), Q.724/2025 (Suwaseya Ambulance Service), Q.792/2025 (Bus Route Permits), Minuwangoda Shopping Complex, Tea Factories, and Social Media Provisions Read →
- 18 June 2025 The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary Harshana Nanayakkara stated that the Attorney General had not yet provided the information needed to answer the question. He requested one month to provide a response, and the question was ordered to stand down. Oral Questions: Questions 1–2 (School Projects, Ministers' Answers and Supplementaries) and Q.633/2025 (stood down), Q.636/2025 (Limestone Transport), Q.715/2025 (Kukuleganga Access Road), Q.724/2025 (Suwaseya Ambulance Service), Q.792/2025 (Bus Route Permits), Minuwangoda Shopping Complex, Tea Factories, and Social Media Provisions Read →
- 18 June 2025 The Hon. Roshan Akmeemana JJB AI summary A petition from Mr. H.P. Ananda Jayaratne of Lakwijayagama, 13th Post, Thambalagamuwa, was presented to Parliament. It was ordered to be referred to the Committee on Public Petitions. Petitions: Five Petitions Accepted Read →
- 18 June 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Namal Sudarshana - Deputy Minister of Women and Child Affairs JJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Namal Sudarshana presented a petition to Parliament on behalf of Mr. E.P. Chandraseena of Pitapahamuna, Giriyaala, Lenawa. No further details of the petition were stated. Petitions: Five Petitions Accepted Read →
- 18 June 2025 The Hon. T.B. Sarath - Deputy Minister of Housing JJB AI summary A petition from Mr. A.M. Sunil Adhikari of Rankoth Vehera Mawatha, Nishshankamallapura, Polonnaruwa, was presented and accepted by the Deputy Minister of Housing. Petitions: Five Petitions Accepted Read →
- 18 June 2025 The Hon. Sunil Handunnetti - Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development JJB AI summary The Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, Hon. Sunil Handunnetti, accepted a petition submitted by Mr. Anil Hevabandula of “Hansiprabha.” Petitions: Five Petitions Accepted Read →
- 18 June 2025 The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law - Minister of Justice and National Integration JJB AI summary The Minister of Justice and National Integration presented the Ministerial Consultative Committee report concerning Orders made under the Reciprocal Recognition, Registration and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act. The Orders, issued under Sections 2(1) and 1(2), had been published in Extraordinary Gazette No. 2429/51 dated 28 March 2025, and the report was ordered to lie upon the Table. Papers: Annual Reports and Ministerial Consultative Committee Reports Read →