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- 21 February 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa JJB AI summary Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa urged Members to adhere to parliamentary procedure in response to a serious incident already addressed by the Minister. He stated that the matter should not be turned into a debate at that point and that any Point of Order must cite the relevant Standing Order. Ministerial Statement and Points of Order: Shooting Incidents in Colombo Magistrate's Court and Middeniya Read →
- 21 February 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa - Minister of Health and Mass Media and Chief Government Whip JJB AI summary The Minister of Health and Mass Media and Chief Government Whip stated that the answer to the matter raised would be provided the following day. Question by Private Notice: Plans for Achieving Foreign Reserve Targets and Debt Servicing Read →
- 21 February 2025 The Hon. Ravi Karunanayake NDF AI summary Ravi Karunanayake accepted the response given and raised no objection. He requested the Speaker to ensure that the Acting Minister of Power also provides a pending reply. Question by Private Notice: Plans for Achieving Foreign Reserve Targets and Debt Servicing Read →
- 21 February 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake - Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation and Leader of the House of Parliament JJB AI summary The Minister informed Parliament that the Deputy Minister of Finance, Prof. Anil Jayantha, was prepared to respond to a question raised under Standing Order 27(2), but an urgent matter prevented the response that morning. After consultation with Hon. Karunanayake, the answer was deferred to the following morning. Question by Private Notice: Plans for Achieving Foreign Reserve Targets and Debt Servicing Read →
- 21 February 2025 The Hon. Ravi Karunanayake NDF AI summary Hon. Ravi Karunanayake raised a question under Standing Order 27(2) seeking detailed information on Sri Lanka’s official reserves, external debt stock, and projected external debt service requirements for 2025-2028. He asked which institution is responsible for arranging foreign exchange for debt servicing, whether the Government has plans to source foreign currency through 2033, and whether the Central Bank has the tools to meet IMF-agreed reserve targets. He also questioned the continued role of the Central Bank in issuing Government securities after the enactment of the Public Debt Management Act, No. 33 of 2024, and sought details on the Public Debt Management Office, borrowing decisions, amounts raised, instruments used, and rates in 2025. Question by Private Notice: Plans for Achieving Foreign Reserve Targets and Debt Servicing Read →
- 21 February 2025 The Hon. Dewananda Suraweera JJB AI summary Hon. Dewananda Suraweera presented seven petitions from named citizens in Nawala, Homagama, Pannipitiya, Horana, Hambantota, Kotte, and the ABS Depositors’ Association. The petitions were ordered to be referred to the Committee on Public Petitions. Petitions Presented by Members Read →
- 21 February 2025 The Hon. Kanchana Welipitiya JJB AI summary Two petitions were presented for acceptance: one from Mr. B.S. Wijekon Kulatunga of Ihala Kalugala, Beligala, and another from Mr. W.D. Wickramanayake of Mattamagoda, Kotiyakumbura. Petitions Presented by Members Read →
- 21 February 2025 The Hon. Ruwan Mapalagama JJB AI summary Accepted thirteen public petitions from constituents residing in areas including Rambukkana, Gonawila, Piliyandala, Ganemulla, Ragama, Nittambuwa, Kotugoda, Gampaha, Veyangoda, Mabodala, Dewalapola, and Wewala North. No substantive issues or requests contained in the petitions were stated during the speech. Petitions Presented by Members Read →
- 21 February 2025 The Hon. Nandana Pathmakumara JJB AI summary Eight public petitions were presented on behalf of constituents from Atulugama, Payagala, Nagoda, Panadura, Kalutara, Pokunuwita, Boralesgamuwa, and Wadduwa. The member formally accepted the petitions for submission to Parliament. Petitions Presented by Members Read →
- 21 February 2025 The Hon. Ashoka Gunasena JJB AI summary Accepted two petitions for presentation to Parliament: one from Mr. D.G. Dharmasiri of Balagalla Watta, Pahala Walakumbura, Alawwa, and another from Mr. J.H.G. Hemachandra of No. 312/3, Pahala Walakumbura, Alawwa. Petitions Presented by Members Read →
- 21 February 2025 The Hon. Hesha Withanage Ankumbura Arachchi SJB AI summary A petition from Mr. A. Edirisinghe of Moraketiya Cross Road, Embilipitiya, was presented to Parliament. Petitions Presented by Members Read →
- 21 February 2025 The Hon. Hector Appuhamy SJB AI summary Accepted and presented a petition from Mr. N.C.S. Premalal Mendis of Purangama, Kottukachchiya, for submission to Parliament. Petitions Presented by Members Read →
- 21 February 2025 The Hon. D.V. Chanaka SLPP AI summary Hon. D.V. Chanaka presented a petition to Parliament on behalf of Mr. A.D. Premathilaka of Imbulgoda. The intervention was procedural and did not include substantive debate or policy proposals. Petitions Presented by Members Read →
- 21 February 2025 Mr. Speaker - The Hon. (Dr.) Jagath Wickramaratne AI summary The Speaker tabled the report of the Special Committee appointed to investigate complaints regarding the conduct of Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna, MP, and stated that it would be referred to the Committee on Ethics and Privileges. He also informed Parliament that requests from Members regarding their security had been forwarded to the Acting Inspector-General of Police for appropriate action. Parliament Opening and Tabling of Special Committee Report Read →
- 20 February 2025 The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK AI summary The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam began his remarks by addressing the Presiding Member, but no substantive content, arguments, proposals, or questions are provided in the excerpt. Adjournment: Liquor Shop Permits and Licensing Read →
- 20 February 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Harshana Suriyapperuma AI summary The Hon. Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma stated that, once the necessary investigations are concluded, the House will be duly informed. Adjournment: Liquor Shop Permits and Licensing Read →
- 20 February 2025 An Hon. Member AI summary An Hon. Member briefly urged the Presiding Member to consider both sides of the matter under discussion. Adjournment: Liquor Shop Permits and Licensing Read →
- 20 February 2025 The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK AI summary Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam rose on a Point of Order during the proceedings. No substantive argument, question, or proposal is recorded in the excerpt, which was interrupted. Adjournment: Liquor Shop Permits and Licensing Read →
- 20 February 2025 The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK AI summary The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam raised a question seeking clarification on who is conducting the relevant investigation. No further context or details were provided in the excerpt. Adjournment: Liquor Shop Permits and Licensing Read →
- 20 February 2025 The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK AI summary Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam sought permission from the Presiding Member to briefly speak and requested a clarification, contingent on the Deputy Minister’s agreement. Adjournment: Liquor Shop Permits and Licensing Read →