Local News Update: Speaker Karu Jayasuriya says he was told to maintain discipline and unity within the United National Party by the Chief Prelates and the Siyamnikaya Anunayakas. The speaker received blessings from Malwathu chapter Ven’s chief prelate. At the MalwathuMahaViharaya, Thibbatuwawe Sri Sumangala Thera. Anunayaka Ven was also called by the speaker.
Wimaladarma Thera Dimbulkumbure. Karu Jayasuriya then appealed to Asgiri Chapter Ven’s Chief Prelate. At the AsgiriViharaya, Varakagoda Sri Gnanarathana Thera. The Speaker, responding to the reporters ‘ quarries, said he was unable to interfere in the Speaker’s caliber with the Party’s internal affairs.
He said, however, that he would attend to the Chief Prelates ‘ request when recognizing his position’s limitations. The Speaker said he’s going to remain unbiased. He emphasized that his full support will be extended to the Commission on Elections to ensure that the upcoming parliamentary election is free and fair. He said that discussions with the Elections Commission have already taken place.
