In line with House of Commons: New post created in Parliament

A new post called the ‘Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister' has been created in keeping with the tradition of the House of Commons for Government MP Jayampathi Wickramaratne, it is learnt.

The appointment has already been made.

Mr. Wickramaratne plays a pivotal role in the current Constitution making process in Parliament. Under the Soulbury Constitution, the Deputy Ministers were also called parliamentary secretaries.

It is learnt that this particular post has been created because of his role in Parliament making the new Constitution.

The Steering Committee, appointed for it, will present an interim report on the constitutional reforms next month. (Kelum Bandara)