EC completes redrawing of constituency boundaries

13 Sept 05:50 Key points summarised by AI

The Election Commission (EC) has finalized the redrawing of boundaries for 350 election constituencies, with the revised map set for publication in the Royal Gazette.
This redrawing, enabled by an executive order, addresses 95 complaints and precedes a tentative election timeline, with key dates for decrees and candidate applications in late December and January.

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.