Ex-CJ Shirani B to back Maitri

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Impeached Chief Justice Shirani Bandaranayake will back common opposition candidate Maitripala Sirisena, particularly on her stand that the executive presidency should be scrapped, political sources said.

Mr. Sirisena, who has the support of several opposition political parties, has promised to abolish the executive presidency if he were elected to the presidency at the January 8th presidential poll.

It is learnt that the former Chief Justice would play a role in mainly handling legal matters during the campaign. However, it is uncertain whether she will appear on the election platform with the party leaders.

Parliament voted to remove her from office in January, 2013 through an impeachment motion alleging corruption. It was carried with 155 voting in favour and 49 against. However, she denied all those allegations.

A few months ago, Ms. Bandaranayake participated in a political event organized by the National Movement for Social Justice headed by Ven. Maduluwave Sobitha Thera. The opposition parties backing Mr. Sirisena’s candidature are also having talks with her on the possibility of restoring her rights in case they win the election.

Mr. Sirisena had recently assured that if he won the election he would restore all decorations, military honours and civic rights of former Army Commander Sarath Fonseka. (Kelum Bandara)

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rashard Saturday, 06 December 2014 10:34 AM

very good move.will wait and see

C.K.Lankaputhra Sunday, 07 December 2014 07:03 AM

Thank U madam. You are considered a heero

Chandra Sunday, 07 December 2014 09:38 AM

You supported SF too

Sri Wickrema Sunday, 07 December 2014 09:47 AM

She should be given her due place.

Cyril de Alwis Sunday, 07 December 2014 08:45 PM

Hope she will be the future Minister of Justice. Cyril

Rahman Monday, 08 December 2014 12:35 AM

A well highly respected Chief justice i have seen in my life, Need these types of educated professional for the new Era.

Hilarious Monday, 08 December 2014 03:09 AM

Keep your dignity and do not get involved in politics. You have no place there.

pushpa Monday, 08 December 2014 07:48 AM

Very Good moved. We Thought so. You Wait and See what will happen to you

Ryan Monday, 08 December 2014 08:29 AM

horu samaga heluwen

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