President, AG discuss expediting controversial legal cases

Tuesday, 7 January 2025 02:53 - - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}}

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday held a discussion with the Attorney General and his officials on the need to expedite controversial and high profile legal cases.

During the discussion, the President emphasised the importance of coordinated efforts among all institutions working towards the effective enforcement of the law.

President Dissanayake highlighted the critical responsibility of the Attorney General’s Department to restore public confidence in the judicial system. He further stressed that public perception regarding political interference must be transformed to ensure trust in the legal process. The President reiterated the Government’s commitment to avoiding any actions that could erode public expectations. He assured that efforts are being made to re-establish confidence in the justice system and restore the principles of fairness and equity in the eyes of the people. The meeting was attended by Justice and National Integration Minister Harshana Nanayakkara, Ministry of Public Security Secretary Ravi Seneviratne, Attorney General Parinda Ranasinghe PC, along with several officials from the Attorney General’s Department.