Sajith cautions against ‘draconian’ applications under PSTA, Online Safety Act with UK’s DPM - DailyNews
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Source: Daily News
Published: 2026-02-19 06:44 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Europe, Labour & Workers, Trade & Sanctions
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Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa referring to the proposed Protection of the State from Terrorism Act (PSTA) and the Online Safety Act, cautioned against “draconian” applications of the law, warning against broad definitions of terrorism that could criminalise political dissent and trade union activities.
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