Sri Lanka, Feb. 22 -- The government has announced a comprehensive review of long-standing laws across multiple sectors, with plans to amend outdated statutes and regulations to better align with present-day needs.

The Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government, Prof. Chandana Abayarathna made the announcement while addressing the inaugural session of a programme introducing legal reforms to public officials.

The Minister said cabinet approval has already been granted on two occasions, under the leadership of the President, to initiate the reform process. Sub-committees representing 13 different sectors and ministries have been recommended to spearhead the review and drafting process.

Minister Abayarath...