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Bangkok residents told not to travel outside the city and to at stay home

24 Sept 13:37 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok Governor Aswin Kwanmuang appealed to residents to remain within the city and stay home to combat an exponential surge in COVID-19 infections and prevent further transmission.
New directives require public and private sectors to enforce strict social distancing, suspend all crowd-drawing activities, and advise those exposed to self-isolate; public transport operators are also urged to reduce passenger numbers.

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.