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House to debate budget bill again on Feb 13th after Constitutional Court ruling

13 Sept 20:55 Key points summarised by AI

The House of Representatives is scheduled to reconvene on February 13th to reconsider the 3.2 trillion baht budget bill for its second and third readings.
The Constitutional Court ruled the budget bill legal overall but declared sections affected by proxy voting unconstitutional, citing a breach of the 'One MP-One Vote' principle.
Emphasizing the urgent need for budget disbursement, the Court invoked its powers to mandate the House to re-deliberate and rectify the problematic sections.
Opposition parties have agreed to debate the bill until its completion, with the expectation that it will be ready for royal approval by the end of the month, while proxy voting issues will be investigated by the NACC.

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.