Opposition to increase their efforts to amend charter

21 Sept 05:36 Key points summarised by AI

The Opposition plans to intensify efforts next year, both inside and outside parliament, to amend the constitution and establish fair political ground rules.
Strategies include working through a recently formed joint parliamentary panel and mounting a public education campaign to highlight the current charter's obstacles.
They urge Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha to support the amendments, warning that a political crisis is inevitable if the charter remains unchanged within six months.
A key concern is that without the Prime Minister's support, efforts to amend the charter may fail due to opposition from the junta-appointed Senate.

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.