A tough decision on sexual harassment in Parliament

Some of the employees of the Parliamentary Home Administration Department have been harassed by some bosses

Parliamentary Secretary General Advocate Kushani Rohanadeera said that if it is confirmed that any officer or group has committed such an offense during the investigation regarding the alleged sexual harassment, strict action will be taken against them.

She also mentioned that the committee appointed regarding this incident is conducting the investigations impartially.

She also mentioned that a committee consisting of three senior officers has been appointed to investigate the reports published in the media on and around July 30, 2023 about the Housekeeping Division of the Parliament.

The Secretary General said that an officer who has been accused in connection with the incident has been suspended and the parliamentary staff members have the opportunity to meet the relevant committee members in person or via telephone or e-mail to inform them about the relevant matters.

They further mentioned that an internal circular has informed that in addition to the relevant committee members, the General Secretary and Assistant General Secretary of the Parliament can also submit information regarding those matters.

(lankadeepa.lk)