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EC submits clarification to court on barcodes in ballot papers
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 21/04/2026
» The Election Commission (EC) has submitted its written clarification to the Constitutional Court in response to allegations that barcodes and QR codes printed on ballot papers in the Feb 8 general election could undermine the secrecy of voting and violate the constitution.
EC given 15 days for ballot barcode case
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 09/04/2026
» The Constitutional Court has granted the Election Commission (EC) a 15-day extension to submit its defence in a case challenging the use of barcodes and QR codes on election ballots, pending review of a petition questioning whether the system undermines ballot secrecy.
Ex-MP wants airport duty-free concession deal probed
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 04/04/2026
» Former Democrat MP Chanchai Issarasenarak has petitioned the National Anti‑Corruption Commission (NACC) to investigate Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, the cabinet and the board of Airports of Thailand (AoT) over amendments to duty‑free concession contracts that he claims caused up to 180 billion baht in losses to the state.
Academic bangs the drum for delayed retirement age
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 08/10/2025
» A scholar at Thammasat University has backed the idea of extending the age of retirement to 65, given the challenges posed by an ageing society, saying that retaining the current threshold could lead many retirees to struggle financially in the years to come.
Thailand's labour ministry denies foreigner visa fee claims
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 05/01/2025
» The Labour Ministry on Sunday dismissed claims that foreign migrant workers who came under a labour cooperation agreement between Thailand and its neighbours need to pay up to 20,000 baht to have their work permits renewed.
Govt launches fish 'clean-up'
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 27/11/2024
» Thailand has launched an integrated effort to tackle the invasion of blackchin tilapia, targeting the removal of three million kilogrammes of the invasive species from the ecosystem under an urgent "Big Cleaning" campaign.
Election Commission vows justice in Thaksin case
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 01/11/2024
» The Election Commission (EC) said on Thursday that justice will be assured for all parties involved in petitions against former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, who stands accused of exerting influence over the ruling Pheu Thai Party.
Calls mount for Tak Bai decree
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 24/10/2024
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on Wednesday declined to comment on calls for the government to issue an executive decree to extend the statute of limitations on the 2004 Tak Bai massacre case, which is due to expire on Friday.
Govt 'unfazed' by protest threats
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 07/10/2024
» The government is playing down critics' threats to take to the streets in protest against its policies, saying it won't bow to pressure from any party.
20-baht fare extension sought for Red Line
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 24/09/2024
» The operator of the Red Line is seeking to extend its 20-baht flat-rate fare for a second year after the current trial expires in November, as it has led to a big increase in ridership.