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Online campaign against dissolution of Future Forward party heats up

13 Sept 19:14 Key points summarised by AI

An online campaign, launched by former Thammasat University rector Charnvit Kasetsiri, is protesting the potential dissolution of the Future Forward party.
Over 3,000 people, including prominent figures from various fields, have signed the change.org petition against the party's dissolution.
The Constitutional Court is scheduled to deliver its ruling on February 21st regarding the Future Forward party's alleged violation of the Political Party Act by accepting a loan from its leader.
The Election Commission is seeking the party's dissolution and a five-year political ban for its executive committee, while a Democrat party spokesman views the campaign as pressuring the court.

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.