MPs must be mindful of remarks in Parliament, says deputy minister

Deputy Minister Clarifies Police Powers Amid Allegations of Misconduct - LNW Lanka News Web

March 30, Colombo (LNW): Deputy Minister of Public Security Sunil Watagala has moved to clear up confusion surrounding his recent remarks on police authority, stressing that officers are legally permitted to carry out operations outside their designated areas when necessary.Addressing questions from the media, Watagala explained that his earlier comments—made during a coordinating committee meeting in Maharagama—had been misunderstood. He noted …

MPs must be mindful of remarks in Parliament, says deputy minister

R Yuneswaran says the national unity ministry will take responsibility for addressing the issue, including raising the matter with the Cabinet and engaging the Dewan Rakyat speaker.