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Chief of WeVo guards booked by Thai police again after court grants him bail

14 Sept 01:55 Key points summarised by AI

WeVo guard leader Piyarat “Toto” Chongthep was immediately re-arrested by Prachachon police after the Criminal Court granted him bail for an earlier charge.
Piyarat's initial arrest on March 6th involved the discovery of protest-related items, leading to charges of illegal assembly, for which he was bailed on conditions against carrying firearms or assaulting police.

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.