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Protest leader Benja Apan held on remand after court rejects her bail request

1 Oct 08:39 Key points summarised by AI

Protest leader Benja Apan was remanded to the Central Women’s Correctional Institute after the Bangkok South Criminal Court denied her bail request.
She faces lèse majesté and other charges related to an August 10th protest where she allegedly criticized the monarchy, with police seeking further detention for witness questioning.

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.