PM concerned about campus flash mobs

21 Sept 07:45 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha expressed concern over widespread flash mobs at universities and high schools protesting the Future Forward party's dissolution, fearing potential confrontation and political unrest.
He appealed to students to consider information from the government, warning they might be misled or used as political tools, and cautioned that instigators of these protests could face legal action.
Police responded to a flash mob at Triam Udomsueksa school, where students protested military dictatorship, with similar events occurring at other schools; the Triam Udomsueksa director denied school involvement.

Civic groups oppose plan to shift Thai PBS, three other bodies to state budget

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.