SLC’s ongoing commitment to transparency and integrity

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Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) is committed to upholding the principles of integrity, transparency, and accountability in the administration of cricket in Sri Lanka, states an SLC media release.

In line with this commitment, SLC has taken a proactive step to invite respected individuals appointed by the Minister of Sports through a recent gazette notification to form an independent committee.

The committee will consist of the following distinguished members: Retired Supreme Court Judge S.I. Imam, retired Supreme Court Judge Rohini Marasinghe, and retired High Court Judge Irangani Perera.

The mandate of this committee, as outlined in the said gazette notification, includes the following key responsibilities:

a) Inquiring into and recommending appropriate action in relation to the references contained in the Audit Report dated 11 September 2023, issued by the Auditor General.

b) Making recommendations and formulating strategic actions to ensure the prevention of corruption, malpractices, irregularities, misconduct, and failures as referred to in the aforementioned Audit Report.

SLC believes that this initiative reflects SLC’s determination to address any shortcomings or irregularities within its operations and to take necessary actions to improve transparency and integrity. As nominated by the Minister by his gazette, the involvement of esteemed members who served in the judiciary further emphasises the commitment to a fair and impartial process while safeguarding the autonomy of the institution. SLC values the public’s trust and is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of governance within cricket administration.

We are confident that the committee will play a crucial role in ensuring that the sport of cricket in Sri Lanka is conducted with integrity, fairness, and adherence to best practices and to clear in misconception among the general public.

The committee’s formation is a testament to SLC’s unwavering commitment to addressing any purported issues raised by the Auditor General’s report promptly and transparently. We look forward to the insights and recommendations that this committee will provide and are fully committed to taking appropriate actions based on their findings.