SJB petitions at Supreme Court against declaration of ‘High-Security Zones’ (VIDEO)

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The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) has decided to lodge a petition before the Supreme Court against the recent declaration on ‘High-Security Zones’ in Colombo.

Speaking to media, Chief Opposition Whip and SJB MP Lakshman Kiriella said no high-security zone can be established under the State Secrets Act.

He also added that the State Secretary Act have no provisions to ban peaceful protests.

MIAP

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