Poll shows Gen Prayut favourite choice for premiership

2 Oct 12:13 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha emerged as the top choice for premiership in a recent Suan Dusit Poll, garnering 32.46% of respondent support.
Following Gen Prayut, former PM Abhisit Vejjajiva (17.57%), Pheu Thai's Khunying Sudarat Keyuraphan (16.53%), and Future Forward's Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit (14.63%) ranked next, with most voters open to both new and experienced candidates.

Civic groups oppose plan to shift Thai PBS, three other bodies to state budget

Yesterday 17:04 Key points summarised by AI

Civic groups, including those representing labourers and older people, submitted a protest letter demanding the Bhumjaithai Party withdraw bills to shift funding for four organizations (Thai PBS, Older Persons Fund, Thai Health Promotion Foundation, Sports Authority of Thailand) from earmarked taxes to the central government budget.
Leaders argue these organizations were established for public interest, supporting public service media, elder care, public health, and sports development, and any amendments should consider all stakeholders' views.
Over 70% of parliamentary poll respondents opposed the proposed changes, prompting civic leaders to call on the ruling party to respect the people's will and withdraw the bills.
A network of slum dwellers also opposes the funding changes, threatening a rally if the government fails to address their demands.