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MP gets one-year jail term for letting someone vote on her behalf

MP gets one-year jail term for letting someone vote on her behalf

14 Sept 11:33 Key points summarised by AI

Thai MP Thanikan Pornpongsaroj received a one-year suspended prison sentence and a 200,000 baht fine for allowing a colleague to vote on her behalf in parliament.
The Supreme Court ruled this action, which occurred in 2019 during a vote on royal medals, violated the Constitution and parliamentary regulations regarding personal voting rights.
Her parliamentary status remains intact as the case is not yet concluded, and she has 30 days to appeal the ruling.
The court suspended the sentence due to the non-serious nature of the offense and her clean record.

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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