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- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Bimal Rathnayake moved the Second and Third Readings of the Licensing of Container Depot Operators Bill, which was passed with an amendment to Clause 20 redefining the relevant business operations while excluding container terminals within specified ports under the Sri Lanka Ports Authority Act. He also moved the passage of the Licensing of Shipping Agents, Freight Forwarders, Non-Vessel Operating Common Carriers and Container Operators (Amendment) Bill, which was considered in Committee without amendment and passed. Both Bills were granted permission for clerical and consequential corrections. Debate: Institute of Real Estate Professionals, Container Depot Operators Licensing, and Shipping Agents Licensing Bills (Second Reading) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Bimal Rathnayake moved a series of Committee Stage amendments to the Bill establishing the Institute for real estate professionals, chiefly to clarify provisions on admission, registration, membership categories, disciplinary removal, cancellation of registration, re-admission, and related Council procedures. The amendments affected the Objects, powers, membership applications, disqualifications and disciplinary provisions, register of members, Council terms and meetings, the Schedule, and the Long Title. All amendments were agreed to, and the Bill was reported with amendments. Debate: Institute of Real Estate Professionals, Container Depot Operators Licensing, and Shipping Agents Licensing Bills (Second Reading) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. M.L.A.M. Hizbullah SLMC AI summary M.L.A.M. Hizbullah made a procedural clarification regarding his allotted speaking time, stating that he had seven minutes rather than five minutes. Debate: Institute of Real Estate Professionals, Container Depot Operators Licensing, and Shipping Agents Licensing Bills (Second Reading) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Dayasiri Jayasekara stated that he did not wish to obstruct the Hon. Lady Member and urged her to continue. He noted that he is a member of the relevant Committee, would address matters there, and had not discussed its internal affairs in Parliament. Debate: Institute of Real Estate Professionals, Container Depot Operators Licensing, and Shipping Agents Licensing Bills (Second Reading) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. (Ms.) Lakmali Hemachandra, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary Hon. Lakmali Hemachandra objected to the handling of speaking time, noting that another Member had already spoken and should not be given her allotted time. She asked the Presiding Member to ensure her time was not allocated to him. Debate: Institute of Real Estate Professionals, Container Depot Operators Licensing, and Shipping Agents Licensing Bills (Second Reading) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara asks whether his name is being mentioned, seeking clarification during the proceedings. Debate: Institute of Real Estate Professionals, Container Depot Operators Licensing, and Shipping Agents Licensing Bills (Second Reading) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. (Ms.) Lakmali Hemachandra, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary Lakmali Hemachandra raised a point of order and requested that the Presiding Member not allocate her speaking time to another Member. Debate: Institute of Real Estate Professionals, Container Depot Operators Licensing, and Shipping Agents Licensing Bills (Second Reading) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara rose on a point of order. No substantive argument, proposal, or question was recorded in the provided excerpt. Debate: Institute of Real Estate Professionals, Container Depot Operators Licensing, and Shipping Agents Licensing Bills (Second Reading) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. (Ms.) Lakmali Hemachandra, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary Hon. Lakmali Hemachandra stated that Parliament has appointed a Special Committee to investigate Opposition allegations concerning the 323 containers. She said Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, as a member of that Committee, should raise and pursue the matter through its proceedings rather than make insinuations in the Chamber, and should be bound by the Committee’s decisions. Debate: Institute of Real Estate Professionals, Container Depot Operators Licensing, and Shipping Agents Licensing Bills (Second Reading) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara tabled a privilege matter he said had been disallowed by the Speaker, along with a complaint made to the Bribery Commission against the Speaker. He alleged irregular payments for preliminary inquiry work far exceeding amounts permitted by a Public Administration circular, and raised concerns under the Anti-Corruption Act regarding misuse of state property and loss to the State. He also alleged improper use of both the Speaker’s official residence and another official apartment, and called on the President and Government to have the Speaker, and his Private Secretary, refrain from duties until investigations are concluded. Debate: Institute of Real Estate Professionals, Container Depot Operators Licensing, and Shipping Agents Licensing Bills (Second Reading) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Nihal Abeysinghe JJB AI summary The Hon. (Dr.) Nihal Abeysinghe briefly seconded the motion before the House. The question was then put and agreed to, followed by a change in the Chair with Hon. Upul Kithsiri presiding. Debate: Institute of Real Estate Professionals, Container Depot Operators Licensing, and Shipping Agents Licensing Bills (Second Reading) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Mahinda Jayasinghe - Deputy Minister of Labour JJB AI summary Hon. Mahinda Jayasinghe moved that Hon. Upul Kithsiri take the Chair during the proceedings. Debate: Institute of Real Estate Professionals, Container Depot Operators Licensing, and Shipping Agents Licensing Bills (Second Reading) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Muneer Mulaffer - Deputy Minister of Religious and Cultural Affairs JJB AI summary Muneer Mulaffer responded to Rishad Bathiudeen’s reference to his political conscience, stating that the public was aware of Bathiudeen’s past political conduct. He said Bathiudeen had acknowledged that course of action and tabled a related court judgment for Bathiudeen to read. Debate: Institute of Real Estate Professionals, Container Depot Operators Licensing, and Shipping Agents Licensing Bills (Second Reading) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Ravi Karunanayake NDF AI summary Ravi Karunanayake noted that he had only three minutes to speak. No substantive policy argument, proposal, or question was presented in the excerpt. Debate: Institute of Real Estate Professionals, Container Depot Operators Licensing, and Shipping Agents Licensing Bills (Second Reading) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Ravi Karunanayake NDF AI summary Hon. Ravi Karunanayake briefly asks the Chair whether he has 12 minutes of speaking time available. No substantive policy issue or proposal is raised in this intervention. Debate: Institute of Real Estate Professionals, Container Depot Operators Licensing, and Shipping Agents Licensing Bills (Second Reading) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Susil Ranasinghe - Minister of Housing, Construction and Water Supply JJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Susil Ranasinghe moved that Hon. Sagarika Athauda take the Chair during proceedings. The motion was agreed to, after which the Deputy Chairperson left the Chair and Hon. Sagarika Athauda assumed it. Debate: Institute of Real Estate Professionals, Container Depot Operators Licensing, and Shipping Agents Licensing Bills (Second Reading) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Eranga Gunasekara - Deputy Minister of Urban Development JJB AI summary The Deputy Minister stated that the debate concerned three specific Bills and criticized Opposition Members for, in his view, not addressing their contents. He argued that the Opposition was introducing unrelated narratives rather than engaging with the legislation before Parliament. Debate: Institute of Real Estate Professionals, Container Depot Operators Licensing, and Shipping Agents Licensing Bills (Second Reading) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK AI summary Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam stated that he had submitted a Private Member’s Bill under Standing Order 52 to repeal the Prevention of Terrorism (Temporary Provisions) Act. He said the JVP and NPP had promised to abolish the PTA and requested the Secretary-General’s Office and Parliament staff to expedite consideration of the Bill. Debate: Institute of Real Estate Professionals, Container Depot Operators Licensing, and Shipping Agents Licensing Bills (Second Reading) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK AI summary Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam rose to a point of order. No substantive policy argument, proposal, or question is recorded in the provided excerpt. Debate: Institute of Real Estate Professionals, Container Depot Operators Licensing, and Shipping Agents Licensing Bills (Second Reading) Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Roshan Akmeemana JJB AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana raised a procedural point, questioning the relevance of another Member’s remarks to the item under debate. He asked what the subject of the day’s debate was, implying that the discussion had strayed from the agenda. Debate: Institute of Real Estate Professionals, Container Depot Operators Licensing, and Shipping Agents Licensing Bills (Second Reading) Read →