Key economic reform bills stuck at understaffed Legal Draftsmen’s dept.

Key economic reform bills, including the SOE Act, are delayed in an understaffed Legal Draftsman’s Department, casting doubt on the government's plan to pass the legislation by year‑end.

Daily Mirror

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Why it matters The delay raises doubts about the government’s ability to enact the SOE legislation before the end of the year, as noted by Labour Minister and Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando.

Background The Legal Draftsman’s Department is responsible for preparing legislation. Staffing shortages have reportedly slowed the drafting process for key economic reforms.

What happens next The timeline for completing and passing the pending bills remains uncertain, and the government may need to address the department’s capacity to meet its legislative agenda.

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Published: 10/29/2026
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Key economic reform bills stuck at understaffed Legal Draftsmen’s dept.

What happened Many draft laws, including the new State‑Owned Enterprises (SOE) Act, are delayed in the Legal Draftsman’s Department, which is reported to be understaffed.

Why it matters The delay raises doubts about the government’s ability to enact the SOE legislation before the end of the year, as noted by Labour Minister and Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando.

Background The Legal Draftsman’s Department is responsible for preparing legislation. Staffing shortages have reportedly slowed the drafting process for key economic reforms.

What happens next The timeline for completing and passing the pending bills remains uncertain, and the government may need to address the department’s capacity to meet its legislative agenda.

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