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Election Commission to issue circular on election protocols

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2 months ago

July 28, 2024

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The Election Commission is poised to issue a special circular outlining the protocols for government officials and institutions during the upcoming Presidential Election.

Chairman of the Election Commission, R.M.A.L. Rathnayake stated that the relevant circular is in its final stages of drafting and will be published shortly.

The circular aims to provide comprehensive instructions on how government officials should perform their duties and manage institutional activities throughout the election period. It will include necessary orders and sub-measures to ensure that the election process is conducted smoothly and in accordance with the law.

In addition to guidelines for government officials, the circular will also issue directives to the media on their conduct and responsibilities during the Presidential election.

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Only 14 official residences returned by fmr. ministers

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3 hours ago

October 9, 2024

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The Ministry of Public Administration and Home Affairs has reported that only 14 official residences have been returned by former ministers so far.

A senior official from the ministry stated that 41 official residences were allocated to ministers of the previous government in Colombo and surrounding areas.

Immediately after the presidential election, the Ministry of Public Administration issued a notice requesting the return of these residences.

The senior official further mentioned that legal action is planned against individuals who continue to withhold the official residences.

(News 1st)

(Except for the headline, this story, originally published by News 1st has not been edited by SLM staff)

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Observers from 8 countries invited for Gen. Election

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4 hours ago

October 9, 2024

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The Election Commission says that observers from eight countries have been invited to monitor the upcoming General Election.
Chairman R.M.A.L. Ratnayake has stated that these observers will come from regional countries and Russia.

Observers from the Commonwealth, European Union and the Asian Network for Free Elections are also expected to arrive for monitoring activities.

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Egg prices spike again

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4 hours ago

October 9, 2024

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Egg prices have upped again after the recent price drop.

The price of an egg was seen reduced to Rs. 30 in local markets recently but had spiked to over Rs. 40 this week.

Chairman of Sri Lanka Livestock Producers Association – Ajith Gunasekara stated that several factors have impacted the relevant price hike.

Speaking at yesterday’s Cabinet briefing, Cabinet spokesman – Minister Vijitha Herath said that they are looking to stabilize the prices of chicken feed which will in return control egg prices.