Sri Lanka
Pradeshiya Sabhas Act
Formally: Pradeshiya Sabhas Act, No. 15 of 1987
Pradeshiya Sabhas Act, No. 15 of 1987 (Sri Lanka); § 42 (meetings open to public); Urban Councils Ordinance No. 61 of 1939 (amended) applies to urban areas
42/100
Sunshine Score
42/100
Weak
Methodology v0.1
| Advance Notice | 7 days |
|---|---|
| Public Comment | Not required |
| Closed Sessions | 1 permitted category |
| Minutes | Required |
| Recording | Not required |
| Remote Participation | Not allowed |
| Enforcement | Voidable, legislature exempt |
Agenda & Notice Requirements
Regular Meetings
7 days
Online posting: Not required
Public Participation
Public Comment
Not required
Written Comment
Not allowed
Virtual Meetings
Member Remote Participation
Not allowed
Public Remote Comment
Not allowed
Closed Sessions
Closed (executive) sessions: Allowed under specific circumstances
Permitted Categories
Meeting Minutes
Minutes Required
Yes
Online posting: Not required
Recording & Broadcast
Recording Required
No
Broadcast Required
No
Enforcement
Violation Effect
Voidable
Standing to Sue
Electors and residents with sufficient interest may seek judicial review of procedural violations
Enforcement Body
Ministry of Provincial Councils and Local Government; courts