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Official Lampang poll result postponed pending probe into alleged vote buying

13 Sept 10:20 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Election Commission postponed the official Lampang by-election results due to allegations of vote buying, following a complaint from the Seri Ruam Thai party.
The delay comes despite unofficial results showing Palang Pracharat candidate Mr. Wattana Sitthiwang as the winner, with a probe into the serious offense of vote buying now underway.

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.