Politics · Sri Lanka Bureau
Opposition files no-confidence motion against Speaker Wickramaratne
The SJB-led Opposition has formally submitted a no-confidence motion against Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne to Parliament's Secretary General, backed by 44 MPs. The move follows a review of approximately 50 allegations against the Speaker.
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The Opposition alliance submitted the no-confidence motion against Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne to Parliament Secretary General Kushani Rohanadeera on Tuesday, marking an escalation in tensions within the legislative chamber.
According to Opposition sources, a total of 44 Members of Parliament have affixed their signatures to the petition. The decision to file the motion came after Opposition lawmakers examined roughly 50 allegations directed at the Speaker, ultimately condensing their concerns into the formal no-confidence document.
The submission of a no-confidence motion represents a procedural step that typically triggers parliamentary processes outlined in Parliament's Standing Orders. The motion will now enter the formal parliamentary framework, where it is expected to be processed according to established protocols.
The move reflects deepening political tensions within Parliament, with the Opposition seeking to challenge the Speaker's continued tenure. The outcome of the motion will depend on parliamentary procedures and voting mechanisms as defined by legislative rules.