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. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Hon. Bimal Rathnayake indicated that the matter raised had been concluded and there was no further issue to address. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK AI summary Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam requested that the current matter be concluded before he posed his question. He noted that on the previous day he had to ask his question multiple times, indicating concern about the handling of his opportunity to raise it. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri SJB AI summary Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri criticized the Government for refusing to answer questions and said it should not use its electoral mandate to intimidate the Opposition. He stated that his constituents in Badulla had elected him to question the Government on its promises, but he declined to ask a supplementary question. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri SJB AI summary Chaminda Wijesiri sought permission to ask a second supplementary question, noting that it could be refused after being posed. The intervention was procedural and did not raise a substantive policy issue. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Hon. Bimal Rathnayake objected to the manner of proceedings, stating that Parliament should not be treated like a “Montessori or a madhouse.” He refused to answer a second supplementary question. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Mahinda Jayasinghe JJB AI summary Mahinda Jayasinghe requested the Leader of the Opposition to ensure that Opposition Members are properly guided. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri SJB AI summary The Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri clarified that his exchange was with the Leader of the House regarding the question that had been asked. He indicated that proceedings should continue on that basis. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Nalinda Jayatissa - Minister of Health and Mass Media and Chief Government Whip JJB AI summary Clarified that Standing Order 86 applies to debates and restricts multiple speeches by a Member within a debate, but does not apply to Question Time. He instructed Members to rely on the relevant Standing Orders governing Questions instead of invoking SO 86. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri SJB AI summary Chaminda Wijesiri stated that it was up to the Chair to decide whether the Minister should answer the matter raised. He then indicated that he would proceed with his second supplementary question. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake - Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation and Leader of the House of Parliament JJB AI summary Minister Bimal Rathnayake stated that he had already provided full answers and further clarification, and invited any legitimate supplementary question. He cautioned that if the process was misused, he would rely on the Standing Orders to decline further answers. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Nalin Bandara Jayamaha SJB AI summary The Hon. Nalin Bandara Jayamaha raised a point of order stating that, although Standing Orders govern proceedings, parliamentary practice permits reasonable latitude for supplementary questions connected to the main question. He argued that the Member’s supplementary question was therefore within the permissible scope. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Mahinda Jayasinghe - Deputy Minister of Labour JJB AI summary Mahinda Jayasinghe raised a Point of Order under Standing Order 33, emphasizing that both main and supplementary questions must follow the prescribed rules. He stated that Members should confine their questions to the relevant scope. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri SJB AI summary The Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri questioned an apparent inconsistency regarding locomotive availability and train delays. He said the written answer implied there was sufficient engine capacity, while the oral clarification indicated a need for about 72 locomotives, and urged that the House not be misled or diverted. Oral Questions (Questions 1–10) Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. (Prof.) Anil Jayantha - Minister of Labour and Deputy Minister of Economic Development JJB AI summary Presented the 2023 Annual Performance Report of the Department of Labour and moved that it be referred to the relevant Committee. The motion was put to the House and agreed to. Papers: Annual Reports of Government Institutions Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Sunil Kumara Gamage - Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports JJB AI summary Presented the 2022 Annual Report of the National Youth Services Council and moved that it be referred to the relevant Committee. The motion was agreed to. Papers: Annual Reports of Government Institutions Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. Sunil Handunnetti - Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development JJB AI summary The Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development presented the Annual Report and Accounts of Mantai Salt Ltd. for 2020/2021 and moved that it be referred to the relevant Committee. The motion was agreed to. Papers: Annual Reports of Government Institutions Read →
- 18 December 2024 The Hon. (Dr.) Susil Ranasinghe - Deputy Minister of Land and Irrigation JJB AI summary The Deputy Minister, on behalf of the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation, presented the 2021/2022 Annual Report of Colombo Commercial Fertilizers Ltd. and the 2023 Annual Performance Report of the Ministry of Irrigation. He moved that the reports be referred to the relevant Committees, and the House agreed. Papers: Annual Reports of Government Institutions Read →
- 18 December 2024 Mr. Speaker [The Hon. (Dr.) Jagath Wickramaratne] AI summary Parliament commenced with Hon. Mohamed Nizam Kariapper making and subscribing the required affirmation and signing the Book at the Table. The Speaker announced the nominations to the Committee on Parliamentary Business and the Committee on Public Finance under the relevant Standing Orders and parliamentary resolutions. A regulation on Customs Import Duty, published in Gazette Extraordinary No. 2401/02 under the Customs Ordinance, was presented and ordered to lie upon the Table. Parliament Opening and Affirmation of Hon. Mohamed Nizam Kariapper Read →
- 17 December 2024 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake moved to adjourn the House. Adjournment Debate: International Sovereign Bond Restructuring and IMF Agreement Read →
- 17 December 2024 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Hon. Bimal Rathnayake supported the explanation given by Hon. Harshana Suriyapperuma and said that Members willing to understand the matter could do so. He requested that all relevant documents be provided to the House in due course, stating that this was important for the country. Adjournment Debate: International Sovereign Bond Restructuring and IMF Agreement Read →