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Resolution regarding IMF Extended Fund Facility passed
The Resolution for the implementation of the arrangement under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for Sri Lanka was passed by a majority of 95 votes a short while ago with 120 voting in favour and 25 voting against.
The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) voted for the motion and were joined by several MPs in the opposition.
The National People's Power (NPP), parties representing the Freedom People's Alliance (FPA) and the Uththara Lanka Sabhagaya voted against the motion.
MPs from the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) were not present in the chamber when the vote was taken. However, SJB MP A.H.M Fowzie was present and chose to vote for the motion. Other opposition MPs who voted for the motion included Anura Priyadarshana Yapa, John Seneviratne, Dr. Sudarshani Fernandopulle and Duminda Dissanayake.
The debate on the motion was held in Parliament over three days on 26th 27th and 28th.
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- July 11, 2024 - 1248 - 0
Colombo Fort Magistrate interdicted
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has interdicted Colombo Fort Magistrate Kosala Senadheera.
- July 16, 2024 - 306 - 0
MP on open warrant turns up at school event
Mr. Ali Sabri Rahim, a Member of Parliament (MP) for Puttalam District whom an open warrant had been issued, attended a public ceremony at Al Aksha National School in Kalpitiya today (16) as the special guest of honor.
- July 12, 2024 - 277 - 0
SC refuses interim order on Judges appointments
The Supreme Court today refused interim relief in an application filed by President’s Counsel Senaka Walgampaya seeking an Order from the Supreme Court compelling the President to appoint judges to fill the existing vacancies in the Court Of Appeal.
- July 10, 2024 - 274 - 0
Deadline extended for G.C.E. A/L applications
The deadline for online applications to the 2024 G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) Examination has been extended until July 12, the Department of Examinations said.
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