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Pareena reports to police to acknowledge charges of forest encroachment

13 Sept 10:53 Key points summarised by AI

Palang Pracharat MP Pareena Kraikupt reported to the Natural Resources and Environment Crime Suppression Division to acknowledge charges of illegally occupying 106.4 hectares of state-owned land.
Pareena denies all charges, while her lawyer expresses confidence in their evidence and seeks more time to gather further proof regarding the land, which has been occupied for over two decades and includes a national forest reserve and land reform property.

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.