⚖️ BASL Unanimously Opposes Proposed Judges' Retirement Age Amendment

• Key Resolution: The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) unanimously passed a resolution at its largest-ever Special General Meeting (attended by 3,000–4,000 lawyers) unequivocally opposing the Government's proposed constitutional amendment to extend the tenure of serving judges. • Core Concerns: The BASL cited a lack of institutional necessity, evidence, and prior consultation with the judiciary, Bar, or civil society. It warned that the measure risks placing sitting Supreme Court judges in a conflict of interest and violates international judicial independence standards. • Key Recommendations: BASL urged the Government to prioritize filling existing judicial vacancies in the Supreme Court and Court of Appeal rather than altering tenures. It called for focus on court infrastructure & technology modernization, procedural efficiency, and clearing case delays. • Action Plan: BASL leadership has been authorized to take all appropriate steps nationally and internationally to safeguard judicial independence and oppose measures impacting the legal sector.