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 April 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Harini Amarasuriya - Prime Minister JJB AI summary The Prime Minister said concerns about the independence of the COPE Chairman should be raised separately. She expressed confidence that Hon. (Dr.) Nishantha Samaraweera, as Chairman of COPE, would conduct an impartial inquiry. Debate: No-Confidence Motion Against Minister of Energy (Hon. Kumara Jayakody) Read →
- 10 April 2026 The Hon. Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Hon. Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe questioned the appointment of a Government Member as Chair of the Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE). He argued that, in line with common parliamentary practice internationally, the COPE Chair should be an Opposition Member to ensure transparency and impartial oversight. Debate: No-Confidence Motion Against Minister of Energy (Hon. Kumara Jayakody) Read →
- 10 April 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Harini Amarasuriya - Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education JJB AI summary The Prime Minister argued that the Opposition’s allegations over coal procurement are aimed at portraying the Government as corrupt rather than addressing systemic weaknesses. She acknowledged flaws in procurement and state institutions and said COPE and National Audit Office inquiries are important for identifying and correcting them. She challenged the Opposition to provide evidence of intentional corruption by the Minister, Cabinet or President, stating that the Government would act if such wrongdoing were proven. Debate: No-Confidence Motion Against Minister of Energy (Hon. Kumara Jayakody) Read →
- 10 April 2026 The Hon. D.V. Chanaka SLPP AI summary The Hon. D.V. Chanaka raised a point of order to table the National System Operator (Private) Ltd. Report. Debate: No-Confidence Motion Against Minister of Energy (Hon. Kumara Jayakody) Read →
- 10 April 2026 The Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana JJB AI summary Asked whether the laboratory at the Lakvijaya Power Plant is accredited, requesting a direct yes-or-no answer. Debate: No-Confidence Motion Against Minister of Energy (Hon. Kumara Jayakody) Read →
- 10 April 2026 The Hon. Ajith P. Perera SJB AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera raised a Point of Order objecting to being misrepresented as having rejected the PUCSL Report dated 27 February 2026. He clarified that he had not rejected any recommendation in the report and urged members to address their arguments in Parliament rather than outside forums. Debate: No-Confidence Motion Against Minister of Energy (Hon. Kumara Jayakody) Read →
- 10 April 2026 The Hon. Ajith P. Perera SJB AI summary Ajith P. Perera moved a no-confidence motion against Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody, alleging breaches of the parliamentary Code of Conduct, failure to meet constitutional and ministerial duties, and mishandling of coal procurement for the Norochcholai power plant. He cited PUCSL findings of substandard coal from nine vessels causing an estimated Rs. 8.49 billion loss and an Auditor General’s report that found flaws in the tender process and supplier selection. He also argued that the Minister’s indictment in the High Court under the Bribery Act for alleged corruption in a previous procurement role made his continued Cabinet tenure incompatible with public trust, good governance, and the Government’s anti-corruption mandate. Debate: No-Confidence Motion Against Minister of Energy (Hon. Kumara Jayakody) Read →
- 10 April 2026 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Bimal Rathnayake moved procedural motions to reorder the day’s business so that item No. 83 would be taken first, set the sitting hours for the day from 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and 1.00 p.m. to 5.30 p.m., and provide for adjournment at 5.30 p.m. He also moved that Parliament adjourn until Tuesday, 05 May 2026, at 9.30 a.m.; all motions were agreed to. Order of Business Motions and Agenda Setting Read →
- 10 April 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna stated that he had repeatedly raised, under Standing Order 118(3), the absence of an inquiry into “YouTube Sudaawa.” He noted that he had not received a response and sought clarification on why no inquiry had been initiated. Private Notice Questions and Procedural Matters Read →
- 10 April 2026 The Hon. Ravi Karunanayake NDF AI summary Hon. Ravi Karunanayake raised a matter of privilege, alleging that unanswered questions to the Central Bank and other authorities on financial regulation, reserves, debt policy, governance, and alleged irregularities are obstructing his parliamentary duties and undermining oversight under Article 148. He asked the Speaker to rule on whether such delays breach privilege, to direct public institutions to provide complete and timely information, and to consider referral to the Committee on Ethics and Privileges or another authority. He also questioned whether the Central Bank’s independence should be re-examined for lack of corresponding accountability, and informed the House that he would complain to police about misuse of his social media byline. Private Notice Questions and Procedural Matters Read →
- 10 April 2026 The Hon. Ramalingam Chandrasekar - Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources JJB AI summary Ramalingam Chandrasekar responded to allegations raised by Shanakiyan Rasamanickam, stating that he frequently criticizes Rasamanickam and M.A. Sumanthiran in Tamil on Northern issues. He denied the accusations as baseless and challenged Rasamanickam to table any evidence in Parliament or refer the matter to the CID for lawful investigation. Private Notice Questions and Procedural Matters Read →
- 10 April 2026 The Hon. R.M. Jayawardhana - Deputy Minister of Trade, Commerce and Food Security JJB AI summary The Deputy Minister tabled a response stating that the Hingurakgoda and Pannegamuwa milling complexes, handed over in 2019 and 2018 respectively, have remained largely non-operational for about 18 years and were idle as of 20 August 2024. He said prolonged disuse had caused deterioration of machinery and buildings, and that future use of the assets, including the 9-acre extent, would be considered after a feasibility study and valuation process. Oral Questions: Second Round and Supplementary Questions Read →
- 10 April 2026 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary On behalf of the Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, Bimal Rathnayake requested two weeks to provide an answer. The question was accordingly ordered to stand down. Oral Questions: Second Round and Supplementary Questions Read →
- 10 April 2026 The Hon. Ajith P. Perera SJB AI summary Ajith P. Perera informed the House that he was raising a question on behalf of Chaminda Wijesiri. No substantive details of the question were provided in the excerpt. Oral Questions: Second Round and Supplementary Questions Read →
- 10 April 2026 The Hon. Ruwanthilaka Jayakody JJB AI summary A petition from Mr. W.P. Premasiri Jayalath of Veediyawatta, Udugampola, Gampaha was presented to Parliament. It was ordered to be referred to the Committee on Public Petitions. Citizens' Petitions Read →
- 10 April 2026 The Hon. Ajith Agalakada JJB AI summary A petition from Mr. K.C.U.K. Mahi of No. 18, Hidikivula, Monaragala, was presented to Parliament. Citizens' Petitions Read →
- 10 April 2026 The Hon. Rauff Hakeem, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary A petition was presented on behalf of Mrs. M.M. Ramsaana of No. 25, Second Lane, Katugoda, Galle. Citizens' Petitions Read →
- 10 April 2026 The Hon. Mahinda Jayasinghe - Deputy Minister of Labour JJB AI summary A petition was presented on behalf of Mrs. N.L. Chandrasekara of Muwagama, Ratnapura, by the Deputy Minister of Labour during the petitions segment. Citizens' Petitions Read →
- 10 April 2026 The Hon. (Mrs.) Samanmali Gunasinghe JJB AI summary On behalf of the Chair of the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Health, Mass Media and Women’s Empowerment, the member presented two committee reports to Parliament. These included the 2024 Performance Report of the Department of Ayurveda, the 2024 Annual Report of the National Child Protection Authority, and the Committee’s report on the Ministry of Health’s 2024 Annual Performance Report, which were ordered to lie upon the Table. Sectoral Oversight Committee Reports on Health, Mass Media and Women's Empowerment Read →
- 10 April 2026 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary On behalf of the Ministerial Consultative Committee on Transport, Highways and Urban Development, Bimal Rathnayake presented the Committee’s report on regulations issued under the National Transport Commission Act, No. 37 of 1991, as published in Extraordinary Gazette No. 2471/68 of 17 January 2026. The report was ordered to lie upon the Table. Papers Presented and Committee Reports Read →