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Cabinet mulls easing alcohol curbs
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 29/03/2024
» The cabinet has agreed in principle on five bills to amend the alcoholic beverages control law, which seek to extend selling hours and allow greater flexibility for advertisements, prompting opposition from anti-alcohol advocates.
MPs see catering budget survive scrutiny
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 23/03/2024
» Parliament's catering budget remains intact despite calls from MPs for better management to reduce waste and save public money spent subsidising meals and drinks for lawmakers.
Anti-fake news hub under fire
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 22/03/2024
» The Move Forward Party (MFP) yesterday slammed the Anti-Fake News Centre (AFNC) for its poor performance and called for the unit's funding to be cut.
Move Forward slams rejection of frigate funds
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 15/03/2024
» The Move Forward Party has criticised the government for rejecting the navy’s request for a budget to buy a new frigate in the 2024 fiscal year, calling the decision a potential failure to protect the nation’s interests.
General debate set for April
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 15/03/2024
» The general debate has been set for April 3-4 amid a warning that the opposition could face a legal backlash if they bring up issues related to former premier Thaksin Shinawatra.
Thaksin tours old power base
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 15/03/2024
» Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra's trip to his home province of Chiang Mai on Thursday is seen as a bid to bolster the ruling Pheu Thai Party's popularity after its defeat to the more progressive Move Forward Party (MFP) in the May 14 election.
MFP says Thaksin treatment will feature in debate
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 12/03/2024
» The opposition intends to submit a motion for a general debate against the government to the parliament president on Wednesday, saying the handling of former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s parole will be among the issues in focus.
Committee backs navy's frigate plan
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 11/03/2024
» PATHUM THANI: The House of Representatives committee on the armed forces has thrown its support behind the Royal Thai Navy's (RTN) plan to procure a new frigate, saying the new ship, which will be assembled locally, will lead to more jobs for local workers.
House axes one labour bill by MFP
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 08/03/2024
» The House of Representatives has rejected a Move Forward Party (MFP) labour welfare bill over fears that it could lead to a 30% rise in labour costs in the country.
House urged to aid Khao Kho dispute
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 08/03/2024
» Residents of rural communities in Phetchabun's Khao Kho district are petitioning two House committees to intervene in an ongoing dispute regarding the status of the area they occupy.