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- 10 June 2026 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Bimal Rathnayake noted that objections may be raised and that political parties may hold differing views. The remark was brief and did not advance a specific proposal or demand. Procedural: Motions on Standing Order Exemptions and Electoral System Committee Read →
- 10 June 2026 The Hon. Ravi Karunanayake NDF AI summary Ravi Karunanayake stated that the Prime Minister had previously undertaken to resolve the matter quickly and that Committee Members indicated the Government also wanted to expedite and conclude it soon. He argued that there was no need to extend the time allocated. Procedural: Motions on Standing Order Exemptions and Electoral System Committee Read →
- 10 June 2026 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Moved to extend, under Standing Order 102, the reporting deadline of the Select Committee on selecting the electoral system for Provincial Council Elections. The extension sought was until 17 September 2026, following the Committee’s original appointment by the parliamentary resolution of 06 January 2026, and the motion was agreed to. Procedural: Motions on Standing Order Exemptions and Electoral System Committee Read →
- 10 June 2026 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Moved a procedural motion to exempt the proceedings on Items 1 and 2 of the main business of the Order Paper from Standing Order 27 for that day’s sitting. The motion was put to the House and agreed to. Procedural: Motions on Standing Order Exemptions and Electoral System Committee Read →
- 10 June 2026 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Bimal Rathnayake asked the Deputy Speaker to obtain a determination from the Speaker’s Office on whether the Government or the Opposition takes more time in the forenoon proceedings, particularly outside the limits set by Standing Orders. Procedural: Questions of Privilege and Motions Read →
- 10 June 2026 The Hon. Ravi Karunanayake NDF AI summary Ravi Karunanayake asked that the record reflect that there is no such requirement. No further substantive argument, proposal, or policy position was presented in the quoted intervention. Procedural: Questions of Privilege and Motions Read →
- 10 June 2026 The Hon. Ravi Karunanayake NDF AI summary Hon. Ravi Karunanayake raised a point of Order asking whether there is a time limit for raising a Question of Privilege. He questioned whether Hon. (Dr.) Archchuna had been instructed to shorten his remarks, arguing that it would be unfair if Government Members were allowed to read lengthy statements while Opposition Members were told to constrain theirs. Procedural: Questions of Privilege and Motions Read →
- 10 June 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised an urgent Question of Privilege alleging failures by the Defence authorities and Police to provide adequate security despite repeated warnings about threats to his life. He cited a land dispute, a related court case involving an issued firearm, and alleged death threats connected to his political activities, arguing that these matters impede his ability to perform parliamentary duties safely. He sought permission to raise the matter against the Minister and Deputy Minister of Defence and the Inspector General of Police, and also objected to unequal application of speaking time limits. Procedural: Questions of Privilege and Motions Read →
- 10 June 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised a point of order objecting to unequal speaking time, arguing that Members who submit written matters are stopped if they add further remarks. He questioned why Hon. Lakmali Hemachandra had been allowed to speak at length and requested equivalent time for others. Procedural: Questions of Privilege and Motions Read →
- 10 June 2026 The Hon. Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe objected to the conduct of the Leader of the House, alleging that he was shouting and acting in a one-sided, biased manner. The intervention appears to be a procedural protest rather than a substantive contribution on legislation or policy. Procedural: Questions of Privilege and Motions Read →
- 10 June 2026 The Hon. Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Hon. Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe raised a point of Order requesting equal procedural treatment for the Opposition. He argued that when Opposition Members raise similar matters they are stopped, and asked that the same courtesy be extended to both Government and Opposition. Procedural: Questions of Privilege and Motions Read →
- 10 June 2026 The Hon. (Ms.) Lakmali Hemachandra, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary Hon. Lakmali Hemachandra raised a privilege matter concerning a confidential Women Parliamentarians’ Caucus meeting held on 5 June 2026 about a child abuse case in Anuradhapura involving multiple court proceedings. She said information from the meeting had been leaked and misrepresented in a BBC Sinhala article published on 8 June, despite officials being warned that disclosure could affect the child’s protection, investigations and court proceedings. She requested that the article be referred to the Committee on Ethics and Privileges under Sections 5, 6 and 7 of Part A of the Schedule to the Parliament (Powers and Privileges) Act, and rejected several statements attributed to her as false. Procedural: Questions of Privilege and Motions Read →
- 10 June 2026 Hon. Nalinda Jayatissa JJB AI summary Hon. Nalinda Jayatissa requested additional time to provide an answer. Oral Questions and Ministerial Statement: Hajj Pilgrims and Fisheries (Q.7-8, Ministerial Statement) Read →
- 10 June 2026 Hon. (Dr.) Hiniduma Sunil Senevi - Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs JJB AI summary The Minister thanked the Member for raising the issue and requested two weeks to provide a comprehensive reply. He stated that relevant State officials had assisted in Parliament and that he had called for a full report from the Hajj Committee before giving a complete answer. Oral Questions and Ministerial Statement: Hajj Pilgrims and Fisheries (Q.7-8, Ministerial Statement) Read →
- 10 June 2026 Hon. Padmasiri Bandara JJB AI summary Hon. Padmasiri Bandara thanked the Minister for the report and asked whether an inquiry could be conducted into Welikanda and Polonnaruwa Hospitals. He requested that the findings of that inquiry be submitted to Parliament. Oral Question: Chilaw Plantations Limited and Hospital Infrastructure (Q.5-6) Read →
- 10 June 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Citing Standing Order 91(h), the Member objected to a remark by the Speaker that Hon. Sujeewa Senasinghe “has no brain,” arguing it amounted to an improper personal reference. He requested that the statement be withdrawn and expunged from the record. Oral Question: Chilaw Plantations Limited and Hospital Infrastructure (Q.5-6) Read →
- 10 June 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna rose on a point of Order. No further substantive remarks, arguments, or proposals were made in the provided text. Oral Question: Chilaw Plantations Limited and Hospital Infrastructure (Q.5-6) Read →
- 10 June 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa JJB AI summary Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa remarked that the matter was easy to understand, but noted confusion over the procedural limit allowing only two questions to be asked. Procedural: Points of Order and Oral Question - Human-Elephant Conflict, Kurunegala District (Q.4) Read →
- 10 June 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa JJB AI summary Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa raised a procedural point under Standing Order 38(7), arguing that only two supplementary questions may be asked in relation to a question to the Prime Minister. He cautioned that allowing unlimited supplementary questions with the Member’s consent would consume parliamentary time, and said any transfer of those one or two supplementaries to another Member should not expand the permitted number. Procedural: Points of Order and Oral Question - Human-Elephant Conflict, Kurunegala District (Q.4) Read →
- 10 June 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa JJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa objected to a procedural request by citing Standing Order 91(6), which requires Members to speak standing in their own place. He argued that the proposed allowance under Standing Order 91(a) could not be permitted on that basis. Procedural: Points of Order and Oral Question - Human-Elephant Conflict, Kurunegala District (Q.4) Read →