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 June 2026 Mr. Speaker - The Hon. (Dr.) Jagath Wickramaratne AI summary Parliament was informed of a Committee on Parliamentary Business decision to reduce the cost of sending the Addendum to the Order Book and Order Paper by Speed Post, by seeking consent from Members who wish to continue receiving them in that manner. Members were requested to complete the form placed on their tables and send it to the Secretary-General. Two Finance Ministry orders under Section 10A of the Customs Ordinance, published in Gazette Extraordinary Nos. 2488/56 and 2488/69, were presented and ordered to lie upon the Table. Opening: Parliament Meeting and Announcements Read →
- 9 June 2026 The Hon. G.G. Ponnambalam ACTC AI summary Hon. G.G. Ponnambalam formally requested a division, seeking a recorded vote on the matter before the House. Debate on Public Security Ordinance: Extension of State of Emergency Read →
- 9 June 2026 The Hon. Ananda Wijepala - Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs JJB AI summary Minister Ananda Wijepala supported a short extension of the State of Emergency, stating it remains necessary to complete resettlement and reconstruction following the November 2025 Ditcha cyclone, including the use of Rs. 500 billion allocated for relief and infrastructure recovery. He said the emergency powers have not been used to suppress speech or detain opponents, and reiterated that the Government intends to abolish the PTA while relying on ordinary legal processes and independent investigations. He also referred to action on past corruption cases, the treatment of Suresh Sale, a Kilinochchi detention under the 2011 Gazette on LTTE promotion, and Government claims on economic stabilization, welfare support, and national unity. Debate on Public Security Ordinance: Extension of State of Emergency Read →
- 9 June 2026 The Hon. Aboobucker Athambawa JJB AI summary Aboobucker Athambawa criticized Nizam Kariapper’s concern over Hejaaz Hizbullah as insincere and challenged him to explain Sajith Premadasa’s participation in Udaya Gammanpila’s book launch. The intervention was framed as a political rebuttal linking the issue of Hizbullah with opposition political associations. Debate on Public Security Ordinance: Extension of State of Emergency Read →
- 9 June 2026 The Hon. Roshan Akmeemana JJB AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana formally seconded the motion under consideration. The House then agreed to the question, after which the Chair was vacated by Hon. Sanjeewa Ranasingha and taken by Hon. (Mrs.) Sagarika Athauda. Debate on Public Security Ordinance: Extension of State of Emergency Read →
- 9 June 2026 The Hon. Sunil Watagala, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary Hon. Sunil Watagala moved that Hon. (Mrs.) Sagarika Athawuda take the Chair. Debate on Public Security Ordinance: Extension of State of Emergency Read →
- 9 June 2026 The Hon. Sunil Watagala, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary Hon. Sunil Watagala stated that no concrete example had been provided to support the opposing claim or allegation. He argued that the inability to cite even one instance undermined the position being advanced. Debate on Public Security Ordinance: Extension of State of Emergency Read →
- 9 June 2026 The Hon. Ajith P. Perera SJB AI summary Ajith P. Perera briefly sought the Presiding Member’s permission to speak. No substantive policy issue, proposal, or question was raised in the recorded statement. Debate on Public Security Ordinance: Extension of State of Emergency Read →
- 9 June 2026 The Hon. Sunil Watagala, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary Hon. Sunil Watagala challenged Hon. Ajith P. Perera to provide a specific example of the Government misusing Emergency powers. He asserted his right to respond to the question and demanded evidence to support the allegation. Debate on Public Security Ordinance: Extension of State of Emergency Read →
- 9 June 2026 The Hon. Sunil Watagala, Attorney-at-Law - Deputy Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs JJB AI summary Raising a point of order, the Deputy Minister responded to Hon. Ajith P. Perera’s challenge on extending the Emergency by asking him to identify any instance in which the Government had abused emergency powers. The intervention sought to defend the continuation of the Emergency by questioning allegations of misuse. Debate on Public Security Ordinance: Extension of State of Emergency Read →
- 9 June 2026 The Hon. Ananda Wijepala JJB AI summary Hon. Ananda Wijepala moved that Hon. Sanjeewa Ranasingha take the Chair. The motion was agreed to, after which the Deputy Chairperson of Committees left the Chair and Hon. Sanjeewa Ranasingha presided. Debate on Public Security Ordinance: Extension of State of Emergency Read →
- 9 June 2026 The Hon. Anura Karunathilaka - Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation and Minister of Energy JJB AI summary Moved, on behalf of the Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, that Parliament approve the President’s Proclamation under Section 2 of the Public Security Ordinance. The Proclamation brings Part II of the Ordinance into operation throughout Sri Lanka with effect from 28 May 2026. Debate on Public Security Ordinance: Extension of State of Emergency Read →
- 9 June 2026 The Hon. Anura Karunathilaka JJB AI summary Anura Karunathilaka moved, on behalf of the Leader of the House, that Parliament refer the Committee on Public Accounts report on inquiries into the Department of Motor Traffic to the Attorney General for observations and necessary action under Standing Order 119(4). The motion, concerning Parliamentary Series No. 243 dated 25 July 2025 and inquiries held on 10 and 21 March 2025, was agreed to by Parliament. Debate on Orders and Regulations (Items 1-5) Read →
- 9 June 2026 The Hon. Anura Karunathilaka JJB AI summary Anura Karunathilaka moved, on behalf of the Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, for Parliament to approve an Order under Section 2A of the Value Added Tax Act, published in Gazette Extraordinary No. 2478/07 and presented on 19 May 2026. He noted that Cabinet approval had been granted, and the motion was agreed to under the Standing Orders. Debate on Orders and Regulations (Items 1-5) Read →
- 9 June 2026 The Hon. Anura Karunathilaka JJB AI summary Hon. Anura Karunathilaka moved, on behalf of the Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, for parliamentary approval of an Order under Section 3(3) of the Ports and Airports Development Levy Act, published in Gazette Extraordinary No. 2478/05 and presented on 19.05.2026. He noted that Cabinet approval had been granted, and the motion was agreed to. Debate on Orders and Regulations (Items 1-5) Read →
- 9 June 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) M.L.A.M. Hizbullah SLMC AI summary The Hon. (Dr.) M.L.A.M. Hizbullah raised a procedural point, noting that he had been allotted eight minutes to speak. No substantive policy issue, proposal, or question was presented in the excerpt. Debate on Orders and Regulations (Items 1-5) Read →
- 9 June 2026 The Hon. Namal Rajapaksa, Attorney-at-Law SLPP AI summary Namal Rajapaksa asked that another Member be allowed the opportunity to respond. The intervention was procedural in nature and did not raise a substantive policy issue. Debate on Orders and Regulations (Items 1-5) Read →
- 9 June 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna rose to raise a point of order. No substantive issue or argument was stated in the provided excerpt. Ministerial Statements Read →
- 9 June 2026 The Hon. Nishantha Jayaweera JJB AI summary Nishantha Jayaweera requested additional time to provide an answer to the question raised. Oral Questions 8-27(2): Standing Order questions Read →
- 9 June 2026 The Hon. Sajith Premadasa - Leader of the Opposition SJB AI summary Sajith Premadasa, Leader of the Opposition, sought recognition from the Speaker to raise a question. No substantive issue or policy matter was stated in the provided excerpt. Oral Questions 8-27(2): Standing Order questions Read →