22nd Amendment Only Scraps of the "Government" Remain in Sri Lanka, Says SLPP

The proposed 22nd Constitutional Amendment in Sri Lanka faces strong opposition from the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP), which argues it poses a significant threat to judicial independence. The party's Politburo member, attorney Ravindra Jayasinghe, stated in Colombo that only the "remaining scraps" of the current administration would support the amendment.

Jayasinghe asserted that the "arbitrary" 22nd Constitutional Amendment would ultimately signal the downfall of the current "Malimawa" government. He made these remarks during a press conference held at the SLPP headquarters in Battaramulla. The SLPP's stance highlights deep political divisions and concerns over the balance of power and judicial autonomy within the country's governance structure.

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The 22nd Constitutional Amendment, which poses a significant challenge to judicial independence, is only supported by the remaining scraps of the "government."

The party's criticism suggests a belief that the amendment is not designed to strengthen institutions but rather to consolidate power or weaken checks and balances. The SLPP's strong language indicates a significant political battle ahead over the proposed constitutional changes.

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The arbitrary 22nd Constitutional Amendment will mark the end of the "Malimawa" government.