Category: Legal
President Announces Plans to Pass Women-Empowering Bills in Parliament by June
President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized his recognition of the challenges women face in safeguarding their families amidst the economic crisis. He highlighted the government’s swift action by presenting two bills to the Parliament aimed at empowering women during this initial phase of economic recovery. The President indicated that these bills are anticipated to be ratified by […]
TISL Challenges the Appointment of CIABOC Director General in Supreme Court
Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) has filed a Fundamental Rights Petition (SC FR 110/2024) in the Supreme Court, challenging the appointment of W. Kanishka D. Wijeratne as the Director General (DG) of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC). Mr. Wijeratne, who had previously served as the DG of CIABOC since January […]
TISL Files FR Petition Over Human Immunoglobulin and Other Controversial Medical Supplies
Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) filed a Fundamental Rights Application (SCFR/ 99/2024) at the Supreme Court on April 16th, highlighting the serious ramifications on the health sector and the general public from the recent controversial procurement of medical supplies including human immunoglobulin (Human-IG). The Cabinet of Ministers, the incumbent and former higher officials in the […]
Declaration of Assets and Liabilities Law to be Amended
In addition to the officials and categories of individuals required to disclose their assets and liabilities as outlined in the amended Declaration of Assets and Liabilities Law No. 01 of 1975 by Act No. 74 of 1988, Section 80 of the Anti-Corruption Act No. 09 of 2023 introduces provisions for further disclosure by various other […]
JICA and BASL collaborate in drive against bribery and corruption in Sri Lanka
As a key step of JICA’s initiative in supporting the Sri Lankan authorities to combat bribery and corruption, a series of introductory workshops were conducted between the 19th and 28th February, for the officers of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) as well as other key actors of the justice system. […]
Supreme Court restrains Nagananda from filing Public Interest Litigations: Full SC decision
The Sri Lankan Supreme Court has ruled that Nagananda Kodituwakku is guilty of professional misconduct and has been removed from the office of Attorney-at-Law. Furthermore, the Supreme Court has imposed an additional restriction by restraining him from filing Public Interest Litigations (PIL) in their personal capacity. The Court reasoned that allowing him to engage in […]
Sri Lankan Cabinet Approves Temporary Suspension of Parate Law
In a move aimed at alleviating the burden on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the Sri Lankan cabinet has approved the temporary suspension of the implementation of the parate law. The decision was announced following a cabinet paper presented by President Ranil Wickramasinghe, who also serves as the Minister of Finance. The parate law allows […]
Police warn against improper leasing practices; court order mandated for repossession upon resistance
The Inspector General of Police (IGP) has issued a directive to all officers, highlighting concerns regarding the improper acquisition of vehicles and equipment through leasing companies and finance companies. The Finance Leasing Act, No. 56 of 2000 details specific steps for repossessing leased equipment, including notifying authorities and obtaining court orders when necessary. The IGP […]
UNICEF welcomes commencement of amendments to Children & Young Persons Ordinance
UNICEF welcomes the long-awaited amendment to the Children and Young Persons Ordinance (CYPO) coming into force effective January 1, 2024, which marks a significant step towards protecting the rights and welfare of all children in Sri Lanka. The CYPO, a legislation governing justice for children in Sri Lanka since 1939, previously only covered those up […]
Microfinance & Credit Regulatory Authority Bill: TISL Files Petition in Supreme Court
Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) yesterday (January 22) petitioned the Supreme Court challenging the ‘Microfinance and Credit Regulatory Authority Bill’, stating that it fails to sufficiently address or introduce a fit scheme to enable the regulation of the extortive and predatory practices that microfinance lenders engage in at the grassroots levels. The Bill was placed […]
Bar Association Defends New Regulations for Foreign LL.B. Degree Holders
The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has released a statement defending the proposed regulations for entry into the legal profession for holders of foreign Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degrees. The statement comes in response to an Adjournment Motion being discussed in Parliament concerning the matter. The BASL emphasizes the importance of establishing minimum qualifications […]
Ranee Jayamaha & Sanjeeva Jayawardena submitted their resignations well before SC judgement: CBSL
Both Dr. Ranee Jayamaha and Sanjeeva Jayawardena submitted their resignations well before the Supreme Court made its final judgement on 14.11.2023 with regard to the Fundamental Rights Case filed on Economic Crisis, the Central Bank said. Releasing a statement, the Central Bank said Dr. Ranee Jayamaha who was a member of the Monetary Board (MB) […]