Colombo (LNW): A number of lawyers’ associations, including the Lawyers’ Collective and the Young Lawyers Association raised deep concerns about the recent resignation of T. Saravanarajah, former Magistrate of Mullaitivu based on alleged threats to his life, calling for an impartial investigation into the event.
In a statement, the Lawyers’ Collective pointed out that it is imperative, given the serious implications it has for matters pertaining to the independence of the judiciary and the rule of law, that the matter be fully investigated with measures to assure independence and impartiality.
In a statement, the Young Lawyers’ Association demanded that the Judicial Service Commission conducts an impartial inquiry into the allegations against the government and the Attorney General, which has been circulated in the media, whilst calling for an impartial investigation into the resignation of Mr. Saravanarajah.
