• The proposal aligns with a key election pledge made by President Dissanayake

By Anjula Maheeka Weeraratna

The Cabinet has approved the establishment of a committee tasked with reviewing and making recommendations on the abolition of duty-free vehicle permits and the elimination of pensions for Members of Parliament (MPs).

The decision was made during a cabinet meeting held on September 30 at the President’s Office, marking the first meeting since President Anura Dissanayake took office.

A senior government spokesman confirmed that the proposal aligns with a key election pledge made by President Dissanayake.

Under the current system, parliamentarians are entitled to a duty-free vehicle permit every five years, valued at approximately $55,000.
The newly formed committee is expected to provide recommendations on these issues in the coming weeks. 

The newly formed committee is expected to provide recommendations on these issues in the coming weeks