BASL hopes talks with President on 22A may yield positive outcome
The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) yesterday expressed cautious optimism that the government might reconsider its proposed constitutional amendment to extend the retirement ages of judges, following a meeting with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. Speaking to reporters after the meeting at the Presidential Secretariat, BASL President Rajeev Amarasuriya said the Association had explained in…
The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) met with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in an effort to persuade him not to advance a proposed constitutional amendment that would extend the retirement ages of judges. BASL President Rajeev Amarasuriya conveyed the Association's detailed opposition to the amendment, emphasizing that it was not directed at any individual and should not be seen as a confrontation with the government.
During their meeting at the Presidential Secretariat, both sides shared their respective positions. President Dissanayake explained his rationale for the amendment, while BASL representatives outlined their concerns regarding the potential impact on judicial independence and public confidence in the judiciary. Although no agreement was reached, BASL President Amarasuriya expressed hope that the discussion would pave the way for broader consultations and a reconsideration of the amendment before a final decision is made.
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