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Charter Court to rule on budget and Future Forward on Feb 7th and 21st respectively

13 Sept 12:18 Key points summarised by AI

The Constitutional Court will rule on February 7th regarding the legality of Thailand's 2020 budget bill, prompted by allegations of proxy voting by three government MPs.
An adverse ruling on the budget bill could severely disrupt government development projects, requiring a new parliamentary vote.
On February 21st, the court will determine the fate of the Future Forward party concerning a 191.2 million baht loan from its leader, Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit.
The Election Commission recommended dissolving the party, citing the loan as a violation of the Political Party Act, while Future Forward argues it's not party revenue and thus not illegal.

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.