PM calls for expedited investigations into ongoing school complaints

Colombo, August 7 (Daily Mirror)- Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, has instructed the Investigation Division of the Education Ministry to expedite ongoing investigations into complaints received regarding schools and to fill existing vacancies within the division to strengthen its capacity.

The directive was issued during a high-level discussion in Committee Room No. 1 of Parliament, where several key issues concerning education reforms were addressed.

During the meeting, Prime Minister Amarasuriya emphasised the need for timely and transparent investigations into complaints in the education sector and stressed that necessary steps should be taken to ensure the Investigation Division is adequately staffed and equipped.

The discussion covered a broad range of topics, including teacher training, improving school infrastructure, addressing resource deficiencies, relocating schools from temporary buildings to permanent locations, expanding vocational education opportunities for children with special needs and ensuring fair university admissions.

The Prime Minister also underlined the importance of implementing a proper system for appointments and transfers of teachers, principals and teacher educators. 

She noted that while addressing vacancies is crucial, equal attention must be paid to the human and systemic impact of such decisions.

Responding to concerns raised by Members of Parliament, the Prime Minister reaffirmed her commitment to strengthening the education system and ensuring accountability through prompt and efficient action.

Committee heads also presented updates on the progress of sub-committees working on various aspects of the ongoing education reforms agenda.