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Pita, Piyabutr and Pannika acknowledge charges related to Skywalk protest

21 Sept 03:55 Key points summarised by AI

Kao Klai (Move Forward) party leader Pita Limjaroenrat, along with Piyabutr Saengkanokkul and Pannika Wanich, reported to police to acknowledge five charges connected to a December 2019 flash mob protest at Pathumwan Skywalk.
The trio denied all charges, which include organizing a rally without permission and obstruction of public access; Pita labeled the case a "political game," while Piyabutr criticized the Public Gathering Act as "draconian."

Today 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.