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Ankle tags proposed for home detention in political cases
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 04/07/2024
» The Ministry of Justice is moving to amend the rules to allow suspects in political cases to be detained in their homes pending trial, on condition that they wear electronic ankle monitoring (EM) bracelets, according to Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong.
Pathum Thani election winner’s suspension upheld
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 02/07/2024
» The Council of State, the government’s legal advisory body, has confirmed that Charn Phuangphet, the winner of Sunday’s election for Provincial Administrative Organisation (PAO) chairman in Pathum Thani, should be suspended pending the outcome of an earlier malfeasance case.
Opposition vows to step up scrutiny of government
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 02/07/2024
» The opposition will intensify its scrutiny of the government’s work with a plan to seek a no-confidence motion now that the government has full authority and resources to implement its policies, said opposition chief whip Pakornwut Udompipatskul.
Bill targets adverts in bid to improve children's diet
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 02/07/2024
» A bill aimed at better protecting children against modern marketing tactics intended to get young people hooked on unhealthy snacks and drinks is now ready to be forwarded to legislators, the Department of Health says.
Pita slams Election Commission's 'double standards'
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 01/07/2024
» Move Forward Party (MFP) chief adviser Pita Limjaroenrat has accused the Election Commission (EC) of double standards for its petition to the Constitutional Court seeking to disband the party.
PM vows to work harder
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 01/07/2024
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin vowed to work harder to improve the government's performance after an opinion poll showed his popularity and that of the ruling Pheu Thai Party have declined, trailing behind their main political rivals.
Election Commission clarifies 'offence' in Senate race
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 30/06/2024
» Registering in the wrong professional groups may not constitute an offence unless the candidate intended to deceive authorities and the public in the Senate election, says the Election Commission (EC).
Old guard prevails in Senate elections
Oped, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 29/06/2024
» For those wishing for a wind of change in Thai politics, the Wednesday Senate election was a disappointment. Old power factions made substantial gains, dominating some 70% of the seats for the 200-member Upper House, while those representing the pro-democracy force grabbed just a few.
Former head of space tech agency accused of graft
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 27/06/2024
» The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) is investigating a former director-general of the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (Gistda) in connection with personal use of an official vehicle, officials said on Thursday.
Amnesty, bail call for political offenders
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 27/06/2024
» Thai Lawyers for Human Rights (TLHR) has called for bail and amnesty to be granted to those who have fled overseas to escape political offences.