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Motion to oust Seripisut from House Anti-Corruption and Misconduct Committee

23 Sept 02:58 Key points summarised by AI

Palang Pracharat MPs submitted an urgent motion to remove Seri Ruam Thai party leader Pol Gen Seripisut Temiyavet from the House Anti-Corruption and Misconduct Committee.
The motion cites Seripisut's repeated attempts to discuss Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha’s oath issue, despite a majority resolution deeming it beyond the committee's authority.
MPs accuse Seripisut of abusing his authority to keep the issue alive and question his legitimacy as a committee member given his stance on the government's legality after other legal bodies have refused to consider it.

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.