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Government considers Plan B due to delays of budget disbursement

13 Sept 21:30 Key points summarised by AI

The Thai government is developing a "Plan B" to address potential further delays in fiscal budget disbursement, possibly until the second quarter, stemming from Constitutional Court proceedings.
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha expressed significant concern that prolonged budget hold-ups would impede hundreds of billions in government investment, further slowing the economy.
The Prime Minister rebuked a Democrat MP for exposing proxy voting during the budget bill's passage, stating it violated parliamentary rules and was unrelated to the bill itself.
A government coalition party, Palang Pracharat, is scheduled to discuss reports alleging one of its own MPs was involved in proxy voting during the budget bill process.

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.