BreakingParliament passes amended budget bill after marathon debate

Anti-Corruption Bill Clears Committee Stage in Parliament

The bill now moves to a final vote, with cross-party support reported to be growing.

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Officials in Anuradhapura confirmed the announcement on Tuesday, saying the decision followed weeks of consultation with provincial authorities.

The debate comes amid growing public scrutiny of government spending and calls for greater transparency in how policy decisions are made.

Good governance means slowing down long enough to get the details right.

Political Analyst, University of Colombo
  • Opposition parties issued a joint statement afterward
  • Provincial councils are expected to weigh in next week
  • Civil society groups called for a public consultation period

Further details are expected to be announced once the relevant committee completes its review.

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