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- 6 February 2025 The Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake NDF AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake criticized the Government’s conduct after receiving a large parliamentary majority, referring to public discontent over cost-of-living issues and remarks made by the President in Kankesanthurai. He objected to actions or rhetoric concerning former President Mahinda Rajapaksa’s residence, challenged the Government to proceed with any legal cases, and alleged unequal treatment of officials. He also complained that he had been unfairly interrupted in the debate while Ministers who made false statements were being protected. Debate: Intellectual Property Act Regulations (Geographical Indications) Read →
- 6 February 2025 The Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake NDF AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake objected to interruptions and requested the Chair to allow him to continue speaking, saying he was responding to remarks made on the 21st. He challenged allegations against him, referring to files allegedly taken to the Bribery Commission through named individuals, and stated that if there are accusations, cases should be filed rather than merely discussed. Debate: Intellectual Property Act Regulations (Geographical Indications) Read →
- 6 February 2025 The Hon. Wasantha Samarasinghe - Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Co‑operative Development JJB AI summary Minister Wasantha Samarasinghe moved for parliamentary approval of regulations made under the Intellectual Property Act, No. 36 of 2003, as published in Gazette Extraordinary No. 2407/04 of 22 October 2024 and presented on 21 January 2025. He noted that Cabinet approval had been intimated, after which the question was proposed and the debate was opened for Hon. Kanchana Welipitiya. Debate: Intellectual Property Act Regulations (Geographical Indications) Read →
- 6 February 2025 The Hon. J.C. Alawathuwala SJB AI summary Hon. J.C. Alawathuwala formally seconded the motion before the House. The question was then put and agreed to. Notice of Motions and Procedural Orders Read →
- 6 February 2025 The Hon. Gayantha Karunathilleka SJB AI summary Gayantha Karunathilleka moved that the alleged breach of privilege raised by Dayasiri Jayasekara on 22 January 2025, concerning inaccurate facts about the Ceylon Electricity Board, be referred to the Committee on Ethics and Privileges. The motion was made under Standing Order 118 for the Committee’s consideration. Notice of Motions and Procedural Orders Read →
- 6 February 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Hon. Bimal Rathnayake moved a procedural motion to suspend Standing Order 75(2) for 25 February 2025, setting special sitting hours to consider the “Dissolution” Bill from 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and 1.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. The motion also provided that the Speaker would adjourn Parliament at 6.00 p.m. without putting the question, and it was agreed to. Notice of Motions and Procedural Orders Read →
- 6 February 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Hon. Bimal Rathnayake moved a procedural motion under Standing Order 75(2) to set the sitting hours for consideration of the “Dissolution” Bill on 21 February 2025. The motion provided for sittings from 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and 1.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m., with adjournment at 6.30 p.m. without question put; it was agreed to by the House. Notice of Motions and Procedural Orders Read →
- 6 February 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Parliament approved a motion under Standing Order 75(2) setting special sitting hours to consider the “Dissolution” Bill (2025) on 18–20, 22 and 24 February 2025. The sittings will run from 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and 1.00 p.m. to 6.30 p.m., with Standing Orders 8(5) and (6) applying at 6.00 p.m. and adjournment at 6.30 p.m. without a question being put. Notice of Motions and Procedural Orders Read →
- 6 February 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Hon. Bimal Rathnayake moved a procedural motion under Standing Order 75(4) to allocate seven sitting days in February 2025 for the debate on the Bill titled “Dissolution” (2025). The motion was put to the House and agreed to. Notice of Motions and Procedural Orders Read →
- 6 February 2025 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Moved that Parliament sit on Monday, 17 February 2025, notwithstanding Standing Order 8(1). The motion was put to the House and agreed to. Notice of Motions and Procedural Orders Read →
- 6 February 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Harsha de Silva SJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Harsha de Silva sought clarification on action taken regarding the incidents in Parliament on 15 November 2018, when Members allegedly climbed on the Chair and hurled objects while then Speaker Karu Jayasuriya was protected by police. He asked for the status of the CID investigation, the relevant report, whether any persons had been found guilty, and what action had been taken, disputing the claim that destruction of public property in Parliament could not be prosecuted. Ministerial Statement: Wind Power Plant Tender Process in Mannar Read →
- 6 February 2025 The Hon. Kumara Jayakody JJB AI summary Kumara Jayakody stated that the Cabinet sub-committee in question had been established under the previous Government, not the current one. He argued that the relevant issue was whether due procedure was followed, noting that the existence of Appeal Boards in the Guidelines showed that an appeals mechanism was intended and had functioned accordingly. Ministerial Statement: Wind Power Plant Tender Process in Mannar Read →
- 6 February 2025 The Hon. Kumara Jayakody JJB AI summary Hon. Kumara Jayakody rejected claims of irregularity in a tender process, stating that under the two-envelope system the technical proposal is opened and evaluated before the financial bid. He said the initial rejection was based on technical shortcomings, the CANC first recommended WindForce, and after the Procurement Appeal Board’s directive the TEC opened Hayleys’ financial bid, which was lowest, leading the CANC to revise its recommendation. He maintained that the process complied fully with the 2006 Procurement Guidelines and said any challenge could be taken to court. Ministerial Statement: Wind Power Plant Tender Process in Mannar Read →
- 6 February 2025 The Hon. K.D. Lal Kantha JJB AI summary Most of the requested data has already been compiled, with only a limited set directly related to Hon. Shritharan’s question still pending. The statement was made to clarify that the outstanding information does not concern all data, but only a specific portion. Questions Under Standing Order 27(2) Read →
- 6 February 2025 The Hon. R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara SJB AI summary Raised a point of order concerning delayed compensation for farmers affected by crop damage. He argued that the Government should already have gathered the necessary information and acted, noting that farmers lack funds to prepare seed paddy and that any further two-week delay would push assistance beyond the current season. Questions Under Standing Order 27(2) Read →
- 6 February 2025 The Hon. K.D. Lal Kantha - Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation JJB AI summary The Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation stated that additional information and data were required before answering the Member’s question. He requested two weeks to provide a response and said the Ministry would take action to ensure justice for the affected people. Questions Under Standing Order 27(2) Read →
- 6 February 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised a point of order objecting to the Chair’s reference to his use of the word “shame” during the previous day’s proceedings, arguing that such language is permissible in other parliaments when criticizing wrongdoing. He alleged that he had been denied the right to speak in his language, which he described as a violation of a constitutional fundamental right, and further complained that he was not allowed to complete his Question of Privilege as a Party Leader. Questions Under Standing Order 27(2) Read →
- 6 February 2025 The Hon. Sajith Premadasa - Leader of the Opposition SJB AI summary The Leader of the Opposition indicated that he would first raise a question under Standing Order 27(2) before allowing another Member to raise a point of order. The remark was procedural in nature and did not address substantive policy or legislative matters. Questions Under Standing Order 27(2) Read →
- 6 February 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna rose on a point of Order. No substantive argument, proposal, or question was recorded in the provided excerpt. Questions Under Standing Order 27(2) Read →
- 6 February 2025 The Hon. Sajith Premadasa - Leader of the Opposition SJB AI summary Sajith Premadasa clarified that his earlier Sinhala phrase was intended to mean “please do not obstruct” and not as an insult to the Chair. He withdrew the remark and any related shortcoming, stating that he had no objection to doing so. Questions Under Standing Order 27(2) Read →