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Part I · Resolution Authority of the Central Bank

8. Objectives of resolution

Official English translation. Where it differs from the Sinhala or Tamil text, the Act itself says which text prevails.

The Central Bank shall, in the exercise, performance and discharge of its powers, duties and functions relating to the resolution authority under this Act, on a licensed bank, endeavour to ensure-

(a)

the stability of the financial system, including the payment, clearing and settlement systems;

(b)

the continuity of critical functions of such licensed bank;

(c)

the protection of public funds by minimizing public financial support;

(d)

the protection of depositors of such licensed bank;

and

(e)

avoiding destruction of the value of assets and minimizing losses to creditors and minimizing overall costs of resolution of such licensed bank.

Part II

Resolution Measures

Part III

Sri Lanka Deposit Insurance Scheme

Part IV

Financial Sector Crisis Management Committee

Part V

Winding Up of Licensed Bank

Schedules