SLFP CC empowers Maithri to appoint ministers

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President Maithripala Sirisena further consolidated his position in the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) when the party’s Central Committee entrusted him the power to decide on the nomination of members to the posts of Opposition Leader, Deputy Speaker and Chief Opposition Whip.

The SLFP Central Committee met at his residence yesterday to discuss the way forward for the party and to endorse the party’s decision to take up positions in the proposed National Unity Government.

According to party sources, the President was also given the authority to decide on the nomination of MPs elect for ministerial posts in the government. The party discussed in detail its decision to be part of the national government for two years.

Already, the SLFP has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United National Party (UNP) to form the National Unity Government, primarily to boost the economic growth, to introduce a new Constitution and to evolve a new electoral system.

The UNP will take up 33 Cabinet posts and the SLFP 12 posts in the government. SLFP members will hold portfolios such as agriculture, transportation, higher education , irrigation and Samurdhi Development.

Alongside, the party appointed a committee to assess the situation and to make recommendations for reforming it politically. It comprises SLFP General Secretary Duminda Dissanayake, MPs Mahinda Amaraweera, Ranjith Siyambalapitiya and former MP Jagath Pushpakumara.

Meanwhile, the SLFP will hold its 64th Anniversary in Polonnaruwa on September 2 coinciding with the President’s birthday.(Kelum Bandara)

Comments - 22

Vernon Saturday, 29 August 2015 10:30 AM

In any event President is the one who appoints ministers. No further empowerment is necessary.

Observer Saturday, 29 August 2015 10:29 PM

Now, how to find "clean, not power hungry", "politicians"?? This is Sri Lanka still!!!

Mandy Saturday, 29 August 2015 06:54 PM

He did that to save the country from MR and his gang of crooks.

Harry Saturday, 29 August 2015 06:19 PM

This is why new persons were appointed to the central committee after the elections

Aquarius Saturday, 29 August 2015 06:02 PM

It is time to change our dirty, power-hungry political culture. Start now by setting the correct example and respect peoples democratic decisions during the general elections. Appoint only the best as we need the best to take us out of this miserable situation.

Aquarius Saturday, 29 August 2015 05:57 PM

MR? Mahinda Rajapakse??? NO PLEASE!!! Many better younger politicians are qualified for this important role.

clueless Saturday, 29 August 2015 02:46 PM

No it will be madam CBK

Jan peiris Saturday, 29 August 2015 01:05 PM

Discarded MPs back to higher postsgood governance way whole world laughing at our. Banana Republic way via DM Android App

ANTON Saturday, 29 August 2015 12:43 PM

DONTHA BABAKKATA DENDA DEYAK NATHA ....... DYAWANNAWEY BANKU DEKAKA ATHA..........

patriot (TM) Saturday, 29 August 2015 12:31 PM

Just one lesson for the president, if you follow the style of MR to appoint ministers, we know what to do the next General election. Jayawewa.

Sapu Saturday, 29 August 2015 12:03 PM

Prez appoints them with advice of PM

Sikuru Friday, 28 August 2015 08:08 PM

MS should not bow down to greedy SLFPers again and make good choices. The SLFP has nothing in comparison to Harsha or Eran so the Financial and Investment ministries should be given to UNP regardless of how much SLFPers ask for them

sobers Saturday, 29 August 2015 10:12 AM

"Broken Promises", From the assured figure of 30 ministers, now it is gradually increasing. So once again the voters are being cheated. "Style of Srilankan Politics".

gamaraala Saturday, 29 August 2015 08:20 AM

Be really smart and make leader of TNA as the leader of the opposition. This will help tick off many issues...

K. C. John Saturday, 29 August 2015 07:10 AM

At last some signs of stability. Well done, Mr. President, indeed you played Chess while others played Draughts!

Waco Saturday, 29 August 2015 04:04 AM

If the leader of the opposition is appointed by the president, what is the purpose in that position. The leader of the opposition must be appointed by the MPs in opposition side.

kumaran Saturday, 29 August 2015 03:53 AM

My3, you are a genius !! But the size of the cabinet will be more like an old fashioned "almirah" but never mind!!

SL Boy Friday, 28 August 2015 11:05 PM

MS made UPFA lose the election by issuing statement just before the election. How can he appoint ministers? This is completely against democracy.

GC Friday, 28 August 2015 10:40 PM

SLFP the biggest winner - ministers and positions in the opposition, although lost election. Mockery of democracy.Give Opposition Leader post to someone who will really be the opposition, to criticize and keep the government in order, as should be in a proper democracy: say, MR, Sambanthan or Anura.

REALPATRIOT Friday, 28 August 2015 10:08 PM

AT LAST THE PARTY IS PUT ON THE CORRECT PATH..ACHIEVEMENTS EXCELLENCE via DM Android App

Bala Friday, 28 August 2015 09:58 PM

Well done - heen saray. My3s maithriya, as the Buddha said, conquers the opposition.

Aquarius Friday, 28 August 2015 08:56 PM

At least some hope of better judgement and respect for the voice of the voters. Please set the correct example and keep your promise to eliminate corruption by making the right appointments. People are tired of political games and dealings.

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