No arbitrary law can be enforced, President Anura assures

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has said that the proposed bill to protect the country from terrorism and the bill to suppress organised crime cannot be implemented without consulting the public and the relevant stakeholders. He made the remarks while addressing the National Trade Union Conference. Discussions are to be held jointly with parties including civil society organisations.

He also said his administration has no intention of using the law to remain in power, and that he is ready to step down if the voters so decide. Notably, trade unions, civil society organisations, legal experts and opposition parties have been expressing opposition to the proposed law.