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Sacked Pheu Thai MP, fellow ex-party member join Bhumjaithai party

Sacked Pheu Thai MP, fellow ex-party member join Bhumjaithai party

13 Sept 12:26 Key points summarised by AI

Sacked Pheu Thai MP Pornpimon Thammasarn and former Pheu Thai MP Sombat Rattano officially joined the Bhumjaithai party, the second-largest party in Thailand's government coalition.
Pornpimon, dismissed from Pheu Thai for defying a party whip during a censure debate, expressed a preference for Bhumjaithai's 'smaller house' over Pheu Thai's conflicts, noting the 30-day deadline for dismissed MPs to find a new party.

Civic groups oppose plan to shift Thai PBS, three other bodies to state budget

Civic groups oppose plan to shift Thai PBS, three other bodies to state budget

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.

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