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Paiboon Nititawan’s status as party-list MP for Palang Pracharat challenged

13 Sept 08:04 Key points summarised by AI

Thirty small parties, collectively known as Sahamit, have petitioned the Election Commission (EC) to challenge the endorsement of Paiboon Nititawan as a new party-list MP for Palang Pracharat.
The petition claims Paiboon was not on the original party-list candidate list for the 2019 general election and accuses the EC of violating Section 91 (5) of the Constitution regarding the filling of party-list seats.

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.