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Two rebel Pheu Thai MPs may be expelled from party over no-confidence voting

13 Sept 05:16 Key points summarised by AI

Pheu Thai's ethics committee proposes expelling MPs Sarunvuth Sarunkate and Pornpimon Thammasarn for abstaining from a no-confidence vote against Prime Minister Prayut, defying the party's resolution.
Three other MPs face probation, one receives a warning, and another's case is pending, all for similar defiance during the recent no-confidence motion where the party resolved to vote against all six ministers.

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.