Ravi wants Acland House

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Jul 24, 2017
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Visumpaya, the former Acland House, at Lily Street in Kompannaveediya, Colombo 2 may become the official residence of the Minister of Foreign Affairs.
Minister Ravi Karunanayake has sought ministerial approval for the allocation of this government premises as the official residence.

He has pointed out that meeting visiting foreign dignitaries would curtail expenditure incurred on other venues. He has pointed out that due to high demands, hotels are sometimes unable to accept bookings in advance.

The Foreign Minister’s Stanmore Crescent official bungalow is being occupied by former Minister Mangala Samaraweera. He is now Minister of Finance and Media.