Party Leaders Meeting Now Underway To Discuss Parliamentary Proceedings Amidst New COVID19 Wave

An urgent party leaders meeting is currently underway, under the auspices of Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena, to discuss the future parliamentary proceedings.

A number of Parliamentarians and parliamentary staff members have tested positive for the virus.

Many party leaders have pointed out that convening parliament under the current circumstances would pose a health risk to MPs.

A final decision on this matter would be made at the party leaders meeting.