Ex-immigration chief Surachate given stern warning by PM

14 Sept 02:03 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha issued a stern warning to former immigration chief Pol Lt-Gen Surachate Hakparn, demanding strict adherence to civil servant ethics and discipline, prohibiting misconducts like dishonesty and abuse of authority.
The warning comes as Surachate is currently embroiled in a conflict with the national police chief over the procurement of a 2 billion baht biometric identification system.

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.