CJ first SC judge to benefit from 22A, if enacted: BASL
The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has opposed the proposed “Twenty-Second Amendment to the Constitution”, saying it raises serious concerns over judicial independence and the rights and interests of the public. In a statement signed by BASL President Rajeev Amarasuriya and Secretary Nalin De Silva, the association said it had challenged the constitutionality of […]
The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has vehemently opposed the proposed Twenty-Second Amendment to the Constitution, asserting that it jeopardizes judicial independence and the public's rights and interests. In a statement, BASL President Rajeev Amarasuriya and Secretary Nalin De Silva challenged the amendment's constitutionality before the Supreme Court.
BASL highlighted that the Chief Justice would be the first Supreme Court judge to potentially benefit from the amendment if it becomes law. There are widespread assumptions that the amendment is being hastily passed to extend the incumbent Chief Justice's term, which expires on December 1, 2026. BASL claimed that the amendment is being expedited to facilitate the extension of the Chief Justice's tenure.
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