Opposition MP Dilith Jayaweera warned that Sri Lanka’s judicial independence is under threat, alleging increased political interference in the removal, transfer and promotion of judges following the current government’s assumption of power. In a statement, Jayaweera said a strong and independent judiciary is a vital pillar of democracy, but claimed recent actions indicate attempts to weaken that independence. He alleged that political influence has affected decisions within the judicial service and cited reports of judges being removed at the request of the Inspector General of Police, calling it an unprecedented development. “The judiciary is not a rubber stamp of the…
Political interference in judicial matters: Opposition seeks urgent parliamentary inquiry
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