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Parties cash in on plight of hawkers
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 28/02/2019
» Politicians are capitalising on the plight of Bangkok's street vendors ahead of the election -- with many vowing on Wednesday to protect the interests of street vendors when asked about their policies to promote the grassroots economy.
Healthcare co-payment plan opposed
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 12/02/2019
» Four major political parties have voiced disagreement over a co-payment proposal while stressing the Universal Healthcare Coverage (UC) scheme would be improved to ensure efficiency in and equal access to healthcare.
Parties focus on women's social rights
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 31/12/2018
» Monthly child support, six-month paid maternity leave, and a safe space for women are among policies which various parties have unveiled which aimed to empower women and foster women's participation in society.
Parties back child support
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 24/11/2018
» Major political parties have expressed support for a call by advocacy groups for a universal state child-support system, which many believe will help reach out to children born to poor families.
New lotto plan 'can escalate gambling'
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 05/09/2017
» Anti-gambling advocates have called on the government to review a draft amendment to the Government Lottery Office Act introducing a new lotto that offers much-higher prize money, saying it would pander to people's gambling habits.