Plan to issue 100 million lottery tickets per draw criticised by Democrat MP

13 Sept 09:52 Key points summarised by AI

Democrat MP Kiat Sittheeamorn criticizes the Government Lottery Office's (GLO) plan to issue 100 million lottery tickets per draw, fearing it will intensify public gambling and financial strain.
Kiat highlights that only the GLO and wholesalers truly benefit, with 99.9% of 20 million buyers consistently losing, labeling the move as "intoxication of the people."
He argues that increasing tickets fails to address over-pricing and questions the GLO's inability to control it, implying resistance from "big shots" and vested interests.
The MP also expresses skepticism about the proposed 2 and 3-digit online lottery, doubting its ability to curb underground gambling and recalling a former PM's conviction for a similar scheme.

Cabinet approves ฿10.5bn central fund for flood relief

Yesterday 14:04 Key points summarised by AI

The Cabinet allocated 10.5 billion baht from the fiscal 2027 central emergency fund to provide financial relief for flood victims.
This funding will cover remaining compensation payments and relief operations for severely affected households, as fiscal 2026 funds have been exhausted.