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. (Dr.) Harini Amarasuriya - Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education JJB AI summary The Prime Minister presented the 2024 Annual Reports of the Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka and the Employees’ Trust Fund Board, and moved that they be referred to the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Economic Development and International Relations. She also presented several orders under the Special Commodity Levy Act and a resolution under the Customs Ordinance relating to import duties, moving that they be referred to the Committee on Public Finance. Both motions were agreed to by the House. Papers Presented: Government Reports and Annual Reports Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Ravi Karunanayake NDF AI summary Ravi Karunanayake offered only a brief acknowledgment of thanks and made no substantive argument, proposal, or policy comment. Opening: Speaker's Certificate on Universities Bill Read →
- 5 February 2026 Mr. Speaker - The Hon. (Dr.) Jagath Wickramaratne AI summary Mr. Speaker stated that the relevant matter would be notified once a determination is made. Opening: Speaker's Certificate on Universities Bill Read →
- 5 February 2026 Mr. Speaker - The Hon. (Dr.) Jagath Wickramaratne AI summary A petition was formally received by Parliament. Opening: Speaker's Certificate on Universities Bill Read →
- 5 February 2026 The Hon. Ravi Karunanayake NDF AI summary Ravi Karunanayake raised a point of order regarding the Rent (Repeal) Bill, noting that a Supreme Court reference had been mentioned but not read out in Parliament. He asked whether there was a specific reason for not reading the reference. Opening: Speaker's Certificate on Universities Bill Read →
- 5 February 2026 Mr. Speaker - The Hon. (Dr.) Jagath Wickramaratne AI summary Informed the House that the Speaker’s Certificate was endorsed on the “Universities (Amendment)” Bill on 3 February 2026 under Article 79 of the Constitution. He also notified Parliament under Article 121(1) that a petition regarding the “Rent (Repeal)” Bill had been filed in the Supreme Court. He referred an “Irida Lankadeepa” report alleged to be defamatory of Parliament and a possible breach of privilege to the Committee on Ethics and Privileges under Standing Order 146. Opening: Speaker's Certificate on Universities Bill Read →
- 3 February 2026 Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna stated that he regards Sri Lanka as a country for all communities, including Sinhalese, Muslims, and Tamils. He criticized the low attendance in Parliament, noting that its daily sitting cost is Rs. 15 million, and questioned whether even 20 Members were present. Adjournment Debate: Muthurajawela Wetland Read →
- 3 February 2026 Hon. Lasith Bhashana Gamage JJB AI summary Lasith Bhashana Gamage briefly began to address the House on an Adjournment Motion, referring to its significance. The excerpt contains no substantive argument or proposal beyond this opening remark, as the speech is interrupted. Adjournment Debate: Muthurajawela Wetland Read →
- 3 February 2026 Hon. Lasith Bhashana Gamage JJB AI summary Hon. Lasith Bhashana Gamage rose to raise a Point of Order. No substantive argument, proposal, or question is included in the provided excerpt. Adjournment Debate: Muthurajawela Wetland Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Dammika Patabendi - Minister of Environment JJB AI summary The Minister of Environment moved the adjournment of Parliament. The motion was formally proposed by the Presiding Member. Adjournment Debate: Muthurajawela Wetland Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake JJB AI summary Hon. Bimal Rathnayake moved that Hon. Chanaka Madugoda take the Chair. The House agreed, and Hon. M.K.M. Aslam vacated the Chair for Hon. Chanaka Madugoda to preside. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. Chanaka Madugoda SLPP AI summary Chanaka Madugoda raised a point of Order, stating that the relevant Member frequently intervenes in matters raised by both the Opposition and the Government. He argued that the incident that occurred that day was not unprecedented in Parliament. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. (Ms.) Lakmali Hemachandra, Attorney-at-Law JJB AI summary Hon. Lakmali Hemachandra raised a point of order concerning adherence to the Speakers’ list. She noted that Hon. D.V. Chanaka was listed to speak, but Hon. Chanaka Madugoda was given the floor, and requested that Members from both Government and Opposition be allowed to speak in the listed order. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. Mahinda Jayasinghe JJB AI summary Mahinda Jayasinghe moved that M.K.M. Aslam take the Chair during the proceedings. The motion was seconded, agreed to, and Aslam assumed the Chair after the Deputy Chairperson of Committees left it. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. Chandima Hettiaratchi JJB AI summary Chandima Hettiaratchi supported the tower-sharing regulations, saying they are intended to improve telecom and data services, promote competition, and support the Government’s digital transformation programme. He then referred to an Opposition-raised inquiry concerning a parliamentary appointment, citing passages from a report tabled by Dayasiri Jayasekara to argue that the person concerned had been given an opportunity to respond and had not fulfilled advertised requirements such as a medical examination. He criticized Members who made allegations against the Speaker and called for appropriate action, while defending the Speaker by citing steps taken to reduce privileges such as unlimited fuel, vehicle use, and staff-related excesses. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. Major General (Rtd.) G.D. Sooriyabandara JJB AI summary Major General (Rtd.) G.D. Sooriyabandara introduced the Telecommunications Infrastructure Sharing Regulations, 2024, under Section 17(1)(d) of the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act, as amended. He stated that the regulations aim to facilitate and encourage the sharing of passive and active telecommunications infrastructure, including ducts, poles, antenna structures, base stations, spectrum, and core network capacity, among operators. He also urged the Chair to ensure Members confine their remarks to the subject, citing Standing Order 91(e). Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. Bimal Rathnayake - Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development and the Leader of the House of Parliament JJB AI summary Bimal Rathnayake said Development Officers would be allowed to sit the teachers’ recruitment examination, with successful candidates absorbed into the Teachers’ Service in line with Court of Appeal rulings, while further solutions would be considered for those not selected. He argued that public service recruitment and school admissions must remain rules-based and merit-based, rejecting political “chit” or patronage practices. He also outlined the Staff Advisory Committee’s decision to hold an external preliminary inquiry into the suspension of the Deputy Secretary-General of Parliament, stating that the process followed established procedure, allowed the officer to respond, and would proceed separately from any CIABOC investigations. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. Harshana Rajakaruna SJB AI summary Hon. Harshana Rajakaruna alleged misuse of public resources, including the unlawful appointment and payment of an investigations officer from Parliament funds and the provision of meals and transport. He accused government figures of using official residences and multiple vehicles despite earlier public commitments to avoid such privileges, citing the alleged ordering of 1,700 cabs and use of luxury vehicles. He called for an investigation and urged the Bribery Commission to give the matter special attention. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. Harshana Rajakaruna SJB AI summary Hon. Harshana Rajakaruna briefly asks whether his allocated speaking time has been reduced and seeks confirmation from the Chair. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →
- 3 February 2026 The Hon. Harshana Rajakaruna SJB AI summary Hon. Harshana Rajakaruna raised concern over a complaint reportedly made by the Deputy Secretary-General of Parliament to the Bribery Commission against the Speaker, including questions about the Speaker’s authority in relation to any suspension and inquiry involving the official. He alleged attempts by the Government and JVP to exert control over independent institutions, and called on the Bribery Commission to conduct a prompt and impartial inquiry into allegations against the Speaker. He cited claims relating to vehicle and fuel allowance misuse, use of Parliamentary Media Division resources, and unpaid meals for the Speaker’s Private Secretary, arguing that these matters required investigation and accountability. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) Read →