BASL Opposes Proposed 22nd Amendment, Warns of Threat to Judicial Independence - LNW Lanka News Web

Govt. must refrain from proceeding with enactment of 22nd Amendment in its present form

BASL statement on proposed 22nd Amendment to the Constitution The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) wishes to draw the attention of the Government and the People of the Republic to the grave concerns arising from the Bill of the 22nd Amendment to the Constitution, published in the Gazette on 7th August 2026. The primary objective of the said Bill is to extend the retirement age of the Justices of the Supreme Court and the Court of Appeal. Desp…

Opposition raises judicial amendment concerns with British High Commissioner

Leaders of the Democratic United Opposition, following a meeting with British High Commissioner Andrew Patrick this morning, voiced strong criticism of the Government’s handling of the proposed constitutional amendment to extend the retirement age of judges.  Addressing the media, member of the group, Professor G.L. Peiris said the process lacked transparency, consultation, and respect for key stakeholders, including the Mahanayake Theros of Mal…

BASL opposes proposed 22nd Amendment, warns of threat to judicial independence - LNW Lanka News Web

The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has strongly opposed the proposed 22nd Amendment to the Constitution, warning that plans to extend the retirement age of Supreme Court and Court of Appeal judges could undermine the independence of the Judiciary. The BASL has raised concerns over the proposed changes, stressing that any amendments affecting the tenure and retirement of judges should be carefully considered to safeguard judicial independenc…

Strong Call For Judicial Independence, As August Term Or Court Opens In Grand Cape Mount County

PHOTO: Judge Victoria W. Duncan By Abraham K. Kollie, kollieabraham23@gmail.com The 5th Judicial Circuit Court in Liberia’s Western Grand Cape Mount County has officially opened its August Term, with a powerful reaffirmation of the judiciary’s commitment to independence, impartiality, and the uninterrupted delivery of justice. The formal opening ceremony, held in the County’s capital, Robertsport,

The 22nd Amendment, Judicial Continuity & Independence

By Jehan Perera – Jehan Perera Sri Lanka is witnessing an unprecedented effort to challenge a culture of impunity, with senior political figures, public officials and others facing investigation and prosecution. The significance of the present moment is whether Sri Lanka can establish a system in which no person, regardless of political position or social status, is above the law. The credibility of accountability depends significantly on an ind…