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Thai civil court rejects ban on rubber bullets, orders police to exercise more caution

23 Sept 03:56 Key points summarised by AI

The Thai Civil Court rejected an injunction to ban police from using rubber bullets against anti-establishment protesters, citing the necessity under the State of Emergency.
The court ruled that the emergency decree prohibits demonstrations, making the Public Assembly Act inapplicable, thus affirming police's right to use appropriate crowd control methods.
While denying the ban, the court instructed police to exercise greater caution and agreed to issue an order to protect media from physical harm, provided they comply with guidelines, allowing for compensation claims from the state.

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.