President vows to pursue consensus
President Chandrika Kumaratunga said yesterday she wanted to cooperate with all political parties to reach a consensus, as she believed that she had the blessings of the people.

Addressing a meeting organised by the Western Provincial Council to felicitate principals and teachers, the President said though she had been insulted by some members, she was ready for a consensus with the UNF and other parties and would go ahead with it whatever the cost.

The President expressed concern that the education budget had been slashed by about 60 percent as she believed that it was a top priority area.

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