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PM denies opposition MP’s accusation he bribed a group of MPs in Parliament

13 Sept 12:08 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha vehemently denied accusations from Pheu Thai MP Visarn Techateerawat of bribing a group of MPs with five million baht each during a parliamentary censure debate.
PM Prayut dismissed the claim, stating the MPs visited him for moral support and he would not engage in a 'snack bag' type scandal, referencing a past bribery incident.
The accusation sparked a parliamentary uproar, with demands for withdrawal and a request to secure CCTV footage, while a Palang Pracharat MP defended the Prime Minister, asserting no money was exchanged.

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.