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Thai police evict protesters from Baan Thaloo Fah village in surprise dawn raid

14 Sept 03:25 Key points summarised by AI

Thai police conducted a surprise dawn raid on "Baan Thaloo Fah village," evicting 70 anti-government protesters who had been camping near Government House since March 13th.
Protesters were arrested and face charges including theft, property damage, and violations of disease control acts, though police refuted claims of a three-minute eviction notice.
Following the eviction, authorities dismantled the makeshift village, while an anti-establishment group condemned the raid, asserting the protesters' right to peaceful assembly.

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.