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A third of farmers at risk from farming chemicals
News, Patsara Jikkham, Published on 09/05/2016
» Up to 32% of farmers are at risk of suffering health problems associated with their exposure to hazardous agricultural chemicals, such as pesticides and fertilisers, the Public Health Ministry warned yesterday on National Farmers Day.
Superboard raps 'weak' Thai education
News, Patsara Jikkham, Published on 31/10/2015
» The quality of Thailand's education system is "not satisfactory" and needs improvement at all levels, the "superboard" for education has admitted.
Dept panel switches booze ban order
News, Patsara Jikkham, Published on 05/08/2015
» The National Committee for Alcohol Consumption Control has decided to stop an enforcement order under the Prime Minister Office's announcement involving a ban on retailers selling alcohol within 300 metres of educational institutes.
Department to care for needs of elderly
News, Patsara Jikkham, Published on 05/03/2015
» The government will set up a department to care specifically for the elderly, now the population is ageing.
Akara gold mine allowed to reopen
Patsara Jikkham, Published on 26/02/2015
» The Department of Primary Industries and Mines has given Akara Resources Plc permission to resume gold mining in Phichit, Phitsanulok and Phetchabun provinces, but concerned locals are preparing to oppose the operations.
Akara must prove it's a clean mine
News, Patsara Jikkham, Published on 12/02/2015
» Suspended gold mine firm Akara Resources Plc will have to prove its claims that its mining operation in Phichit province has not resulted in contaminating villagers' blood with heavy metals.
Villagers take gold mine fight to DPIM
News, Patsara Jikkham, Published on 26/01/2015
» Villagers who have suffered as a result of a gold mining operation are to submit a letter to the Department of Primary Industries and Mines (DPIM) tomorrow.
Mine bosses challenge health report
News, Patsara Jikkham, Published on 15/01/2015
» The management of a suspended gold mine in Phichit have challenged a report by an expert which says the mine's activities have caused adverse health impacts on the local community.
Panelists urge anti-graft law
News, Patsara Jikkham, Published on 09/09/2014
» Anti-graft advocates yesterday called for tougher regulations on state procurement and hiring along with a new law enabling agencies to combat corruption.
21 tourists undergo Ebola checks
News, Patsara Jikkham, Published on 07/08/2014
» Health officials are monitoring 21 tourists who arrived in Thailand to determine if they are infected with Ebola virus.