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Anti-establishment group protests charter court's ruling in Bangkok

13 Sept 09:46 Key points summarised by AI

Anti-establishment group "Ratsadon" protested in Bangkok against a Constitutional Court ruling concerning monarchy reform demands.
The court found three Ratsadon leaders attempted to overthrow the constitutional monarchy through speeches advocating royal institution reform.
Protesters asserted their demands were legitimate exercises of rights and freedoms, not treason, challenging the court's interpretation.
They communicated specific reform desires to the international community, including adjusting the royal budget, allowing criticism, and amending lèse majesté laws.

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.