The no confidence motion against the Justice Minister has been defeated

The no-confidence motion brought against Justice and National Integration Minister Harshana Nanayakkara was defeated in Parliament today (July 24).

The motion was defeated by a 116-vote margin, with 152 Members of Parliament voting against and 36 voting in favor.

Members of the opposition filed the motion on Tuesday, and it was debated and voted on today.

Context

The no-confidence motion was brought by opposition MPs in response to the unrest at Negombo Prison earlier this month.

They argued that the Minister had failed to fulfill his duties and responsibilities in ensuring the safety of the prisoners.

The clash at the prison resulted in the deaths of 10 prison officers and 21 inmates.