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Future Forward’s “Project Pinocchio” to target PM in censure debate

13 Sept 07:26 Key points summarised by AI

Future Forward Party initiates "Project Pinocchio" as its strategy for an upcoming censure debate against Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha.
The project's name signifies the party's intent to expose the government's six years of accumulated blunders, which they claim the PM has tried to conceal.
Scheduled for February 24-26, the debate will target PM Prayut and four other ministers, despite party leader Thanathorn's exclusion due to a prior court ruling.
The party faces potential dissolution on February 21st from a Constitutional Court decision, which could impact its executive members' parliamentary status.

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.