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- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Namal Rajapaksa, Attorney-at-Law SLPP AI summary Hon. Namal Rajapaksa rejected allegations made in his absence that his death threats caused a professor to leave the country and that complaints had been made about Law College examinations. He called on the Government to investigate any such threats or exam-related complaints, identify who made them and how they were communicated, and facilitate evidence from any person abroad if necessary with protection. He requested that the previous day’s statement be expunged from Hansard, arguing that unverified allegations under parliamentary privilege harm the Law College and the legal system. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake stated that the matter could not be answered on that day and indicated that proper notice would be expected in future. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna states that he submitted the relevant item by 9:30 a.m. the previous day. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Under Standing Order 27(2), Bimal Rathnayake stated that the question should have been submitted with prior notice to the Minister of Health, as required for urgent public questions from the Leader of the Opposition or a recognized party leader. He said the Health Minister had not received such notice, so a substantive reply could not be provided that day. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna stated that he had been assaulted while in the Opposition Leader’s office and objected that he was unable to speak in Parliament. He said that if he was not allowed to speak, he should be told not to attend. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Dr. Ramanathan Archchuna requested the Speaker’s permission to briefly conclude his remarks, noting that he is a party leader. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Hon. Bimal Rathnayake raised a procedural objection, stating that the Member’s concerns about unfairness and opposition facilities had been recorded but that he was speaking beyond the text submitted. He asked the Speaker to direct the Member to adhere to the Standing Orders. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. (Dr.) Harshana Suriyapperuma AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Harshana Suriyapperuma asked that the Joint Statement be read, noting that it specifies the focus sectors and modalities. He stated that questions on the matter should be grounded in facts. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Hon. Bimal Rathnayake urged the Speaker to enforce Standing Orders governing oral questions, citing Standing Order 35 on the one-hour limit and the restriction of two oral questions per Member, as well as Standing Order 139 on the Speaker’s authority where rules are unclear. He supported the Chief Opposition Whip’s position that only two supplementary questions should be allowed, and cautioned against extending or misusing the Questions period beyond the Standing Orders. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri SJB AI summary Chaminda Wijesiri urged the Speaker to safeguard the authority of the Chair and not allow it to be usurped by others. The remark was procedural in nature and did not advance a substantive policy or legislative proposal. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Gayantha Karunatilleka SJB AI summary Gayantha Karunatilleka noted that the House had spent considerable time on Questions and cited Standing Order 33(2), emphasizing that the Speaker has authority to determine the time allowed for asking and answering supplementary questions. He argued that no other party should decide that matter. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Gayantha Karunatilleka SJB AI summary Hon. Gayantha Karunatilleka briefly rose on a Point of Order. No substantive issue or argument is included in the provided speech text. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Bimal Rathnayake rejected criticism over fertilizer distribution, stating that the Government could only have distributed fertilizer if it had already been available and loaded when it assumed office. He urged Members to keep Question Time procedural, with Ministers answering questions and only two supplementary questions allowed, and asked that proceedings move on without further political exchanges. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Hon. Bimal Rathnayake noted that, despite references to 76 years, Hon. Namal Karunaratne had been in office for less than a month. He implied that criticisms or expectations should be considered in light of the short time since assuming the position. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri SJB AI summary Chaminda Wijesiri interjected during the debate, criticizing the opposing side for having had 76 years to address the issues being discussed. His brief remark framed the current criticisms or demands in the context of long-standing political responsibility. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Bimal Rathnayake objected to the Chair allowing an additional supplementary question after the Deputy Minister had already answered the main question and two supplementaries. He argued that such practice could disrupt proceedings and noted that the Government’s Ministers had only recently assumed office, implying they should be given reasonable time before being pressed for results. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Rohana Bandara AI summary Rohana Bandara’s intervention was a brief procedural request asking the Speaker to provide him with the microphone. No substantive policy issue, proposal, or debate point was raised. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayathissa JJB AI summary The Member noted that there were 10 Oral Questions on the Order Paper and emphasized the need to limit supplementary questions to two in order to manage parliamentary time. He suggested that Members seeking further clarification on the matter could raise their concerns separately with the Ministry of Agriculture. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Namal Karunaratne JJB AI summary Hon. Namal Karunaratne raised a procedural point that only two supplementary questions are permitted, noting that a third supplementary had been asked. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Rohana Bandara AI summary Rohana Bandara complained that his question had not been answered directly. He asked the Government to state whether it would ensure a fair price for paddy in the coming season and what price the Paddy Marketing Board would offer. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →