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- 28 February 2025 The Hon. Deputy Chairperson AI summary The Deputy Chairperson informed the Member that their allotted speaking time had expired. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate Continued (Afternoon) Read →
- 28 February 2025 The Hon. Deputy Chairperson AI summary Hon. Namal Rajapaksa was called to speak and informed that he had 13 minutes allotted for his contribution. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate Continued (Afternoon) Read →
- 28 February 2025 The Hon. Deputy Chairperson AI summary Hon. Deputy Chairperson recognized Hon. Prageeth Madhuranga to address the House and allocated him 11 minutes to speak. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate Continued (Afternoon) Read →
- 28 February 2025 The Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake NDF AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake urged officials or the Government to perform their duties properly, warning that failure could lead to consequences similar to those experienced in 2022. He concluded by thanking the Chair for the time allotted. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate (Defence & Public Security Heads) Read →
- 28 February 2025 The Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake NDF AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake urged the Minister to state the requested points directly, noting that the allocated time was running out. The intervention was procedural and sought a concise response rather than raising a substantive policy issue. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate (Defence & Public Security Heads) Read →
- 28 February 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Bimal Rathnayake requested the Chair to allocate three minutes from the Government’s speaking time to another member. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate (Defence & Public Security Heads) Read →
- 28 February 2025 The Hon. Ananda Wijepala JJB AI summary Hon. Ananda Wijepala requested the Chief Government Whip to allocate him three minutes to speak. No substantive policy issue, proposal, or argument was raised in the excerpt. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate (Defence & Public Security Heads) Read →
- 28 February 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Bimal Rathnayake asked the Minister how much additional time was needed, seeking a direct indication of the timeframe. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate (Defence & Public Security Heads) Read →
- 28 February 2025 The Hon. Ananda Wijepala JJB AI summary Ananda Wijepala requested the Chair for an additional minute to make one further point during the proceedings. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate (Defence & Public Security Heads) Read →
- 28 February 2025 The Hon. Gayantha Karunathilleka SJB AI summary Gayantha Karunathilleka informed the Chair that five minutes from the Opposition’s allotted time would be granted to another member. The statement was procedural and concerned the allocation of speaking time during the debate. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate (Defence & Public Security Heads) Read →
- 28 February 2025 The Hon. R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara SJB AI summary Requested an additional five minutes of speaking time from the Chief Opposition Whip. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate (Defence & Public Security Heads) Read →
- 28 February 2025 The Hon. Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe stated that some individuals are included in the relevant pool. The remark was brief and did not provide further detail on the context, names, or any proposal or demand. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate (Defence & Public Security Heads) Read →
- 28 February 2025 An Hon. Member AI summary An Hon. Member briefly remarks that it is uncertain whether the person being discussed will make the statement or admission in question. The comment appears to respond to a preceding exchange, without raising a substantive proposal, question, or policy issue. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate (Defence & Public Security Heads) Read →
- 28 February 2025 The Hon. R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara SJB AI summary Hon. R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara briefly noted that the Election Commission is a “good Commission,” indicating confidence in that institution. The remark appears to distinguish the Election Commission from other bodies under discussion without making a specific proposal or demand. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate (Defence & Public Security Heads) Read →
- 28 February 2025 An Hon. Member AI summary The Member questioned whether a similar criticism or position might next be directed at the Election Commission. The remark was brief and rhetorical, implying concern about possible further attacks or scrutiny of independent institutions. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate (Defence & Public Security Heads) Read →
- 28 February 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Bimal Rathnayake questioned another Member on whether they would refrain from forming an alliance with the alleged “mastermind.” The remark appears to be an interjection seeking clarification on that Member’s political position. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate (Defence & Public Security Heads) Read →
- 28 February 2025 The Hon. R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara SJB AI summary R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara stated that his party would not enter into an alliance, repeating the assurance in response to concerns raised in the chamber. His remarks were brief and were interrupted during delivery. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate (Defence & Public Security Heads) Read →
- 28 February 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Bimal Rathnayake challenged the Government or relevant parties to state clearly whether they would align with the alleged “mastermind,” implying a demand for a direct political position on accountability. The remark appears to be a pointed question within a debate concerning responsibility or complicity, but no specific legislation or policy proposal is included in the excerpt. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate (Defence & Public Security Heads) Read →
- 28 February 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Bimal Rathnayake made a brief sarcastic remark, suggesting that “playtime talk” was taking place during prime time. No substantive policy issue, proposal, or question was raised in the statement. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate (Defence & Public Security Heads) Read →
- 28 February 2025 The Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara requested that a list be provided on the same day, stating that he would give it special attention and address it in his response. Questions by Private Notice - Construction Work in Mannar & Release of Tamil Political Prisoners Read →