Committee to be appointed to look into repealing of PTA

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By Yohan Perera and Ajith Siriwardana

Colombo, April 9 (Daily Mirror) - A Cabinet Paper has been presented to appoint a committee to look into repealing the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya told Parliament today.

Responding to a question raised by MP S. Rasamanikkam in the House, she said the government will also come out with a wider consultation on repealing the PTA and to compile new legislation.

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Let's Implement NOW without forming committees Wednesday, 09 April 2025 10:30 AM

Last week, the article (Amnesty) highlighted a concerning issue where our hon. president signed and authorized an individual under PTA and he is detained for over 90 days without an evidence. It’s crucial that we address this matter promptly, without further delays or the formation of committees. The promise to uphold civil liberties was made prior to taking office, and now is the time to act on that commitment. We urge our leaders to honor their word and take decisive steps toward the repeal of the PTA. Our community is counting on you to uphold justice and protect the rights of all citizens. Let’s move forward with integrity and ensure that our actions reflect the promises made.

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james Wednesday, 09 April 2025 11:08 AM

Here our exports are in jeopardy by Trump Tariffs they are concerned about PTA

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John Solomon Wednesday, 09 April 2025 12:21 PM

Hay James, keep quiet man. Our PM knows the best and organize matters methodically. PTA is very important at this hour than Trump's export taxation and AKD will handle that matter. I know who you are, you wash clothes to Namal now. Correct?

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J.M. Jinadasa - Mahinda's kitchen helper Wednesday, 09 April 2025 01:37 PM

You got it Solomon, yes, this guy works for Namal and he gets about one lakh every month from MR as allowance.

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Eyes wide open Wednesday, 09 April 2025 12:00 PM

It’s all very well for various factions and countries to demand that we eliminate the PTA! Threat of terrorism will never go away. We need some legislation in place to protect country and citizens. Is there any progressive country who abandons all terrorist legislation?

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Ajith Wednesday, 09 April 2025 12:12 PM

Wasn't this revised already pre-presidential election. Now starting all over again? A time wasting tactic or what?

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Prof. Lionel Jayaweera Wednesday, 09 April 2025 12:16 PM

Rajamanickam should not teach our Hon. Prime Minister what to do and what not to do she knows the best and act accordingly. This fellow Rajamanickam was washing clothes to Mahinda Rajapakshe long ago and now trying to show off in the parliament.

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Jobson Wednesday, 09 April 2025 03:51 PM

Another Committee.

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Jansen Wednesday, 09 April 2025 04:05 PM

The committee should consists of legal luminaries from all races.

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Buddhist Wednesday, 09 April 2025 04:27 PM

Anura Kumara and Harini are playing games. They are delaying the repeal of PTA for political gains. Its time they deliver what they promised during election propaganda.

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R Navaratnam Wednesday, 09 April 2025 07:24 PM

Encouraging Government to expedite please for the benefit of the country.

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