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3 core Ratsadon leaders and 15 followers may face indictment Wednesday

14 Sept 04:42 Key points summarised by AI

Three prominent Ratsadon leaders—Panasaya Sitthijirawattanakul, Panupong Jardnok, and Chatupat Boonpattharaksa—along with 15 other protesters, face indictment on Wednesday for alleged lèse majesté and other offenses stemming from the September 19-20 protests.
A lawyer plans to appeal for a delay in the indictment and arrange bail, but the court's decision is uncertain, especially for the core leaders who are repeat offenders on multiple lèse majesté charges, following previous bail denials for other Ratsadon leaders.

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.