AG’s Department officers warn against pressure campaigns targeting Attorney General

Tuesday, 3 February 2026 04:16 - - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}}

The Legal Officers’ Association of the Attorney General’s Department has raised serious concerns over what it described as unfounded and personal attacks directed at Attorney General (AG) Parinda Ranasinghe (Jnr.), PC, and officers of the Department in the course of carrying out their official duties.

In a resolution adopted at a Special General Meeting held on 29 January, the Association condemned what it said were repeated and baseless attacks on the AG, noting that such actions appeared to form part of coordinated efforts to exert pressure on the Department. It said these actions undermine the independence of the AG’s Department and its officers.

The Association referred to similar incidents in the recent past and said the timing and pattern of the attacks warranted concern. It observed that social media platforms were being misused to project a perception of public dissatisfaction, cautioning against what it termed systematic attempts to intimidate the Department.

Warning of the broader implications, the Association said continued attacks of this nature risk demoralising officers and could impair the Department’s ability to discharge its responsibilities effectively in the public interest.

The Legal Officers’ Association also stressed that the AG remains subject to the rule of law and that individuals aggrieved by any act or omission have access to lawful avenues of redress. It noted that such remedies have been used previously and remain available to those with legitimate grievances.

The Association called on the public to refrain from sharing unverified information and unsubstantiated allegations, urging responsible conduct in public discourse.