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Opposition targets PM and six ministers for probes by NACC and Constitutional Court

13 Sept 14:28 Key points summarised by AI

The opposition plans to ask Thailand's National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) and the Constitutional Court to investigate Prime Minister Prayut Chan-cha and six cabinet ministers.
Petitions, drafted by the Pheu Thai Party's legal team, targeting the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Jurin Laksanavisit are slated for submission to the NACC by Wednesday.

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.