AKD wanted applause for a case pertaining to a traffic offence by MP on May 25: Opposition (opens original article in a new tab)

Opposition MPs in Sri Lanka questioned President Dissanayake's reference to a court verdict against an MP for a traffic offence, alleging contempt of court and possible political motivation.

• Opposition MPs questioned President Dissanayake's reference to a court verdict against MP Chaminda Wijesiri for a traffic offence
• MPs claimed the President's statement about applauding a verdict was a contempt of court
• The Speaker did not allow a debate on judicial matters despite 20 members requesting it
• MPs suggested MP Wijesiri's conviction might be due to his frequent confrontations with the Speaker