The Constitutional Council has called for nominations to appoint a member to the Right to Information Commission that has arisen in respect of a member to be nominated by the organisations of publishers, editors and media persons.
Those appointed as members of the Commission should be persons who have distinguished themselves in public life with proven knowledge, experience and eminence in the fields of law, governance, public administration, social services, journalism, science and technology or management.
Duly completed nominations should be sent to the Secretary-General to the Constitutional Council on or before 7th February 2025.
The Commission consists of five members appointed by the President upon the recommendation of the Constitutional Council.
Members of Parliament, Provincial Councils or of any Local Authority, hold any public or judicial office or any other office of profit, be connected with any political party, be carrying on any business or pursuing any profession are not qualified to be members of the Commission.
More details can be obtained at www.parliament.lk/en/secretariat/advertisements/view/321
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