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Senate ends free meals for members
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 03/04/2026
» The Senate has agreed to have its secretariat arrange meals on sitting days, with senators covering the costs themselves, in a bid to curb public spending amid economic strain.
Senators back plan to end free meals
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 01/04/2026
» Senators have backed a plan by MPs to end free meals, in a bid to cut public spending amid the ongoing energy crisis.
Lawmakers to meet over House benefits
News, Post Reporters, Published on 30/03/2026
» Lawmakers will meet on Monday to debate scrapping free meals for MPs following criticism over excessive taxpayer-funded benefits.
Opposition seeks energy crisis debate
News, Post Reporters, Published on 25/03/2026
» Opposition parties agreed at their first informal whips' meeting on Tuesday to seek an urgent House debate on the country's energy crisis, with the People's Party (PP) warning it would expose alleged fuel hoarding during today's parliamentary session.
Energy firm faces legal scrutiny
News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 24/03/2026
» Ang Thong provincial energy chief Kongkiat Kittikhun yesterday filed a police report after a fuel company failed to submit a delivery document for fuel it had transported to a local depot.
Bhumjaithai's rise casts shadow over watchdogs
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 21/03/2026
» Following parliament's decisive vote for a new prime minister, Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) leader Anutin Charnvirakul is making a triumphant comeback. He now wields something akin to near-absolute power, having effectively seized control of the country's major political mechanisms and institutions.
Speaker sees 'no disruptions' in PM vote
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 18/03/2026
» House Speaker Sophon Zaram expressed confidence that Thursday's parliamentary vote to select a new prime minister will proceed smoothly, in line with regulations and fairness.
BJT-led bloc claims majority
News, Published on 13/03/2026
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said a coalition led by the Bhumjaithai (BJT) Party commands about 291 MPs, enough to form a government.
Democrats 'will not join government coalition'
News, Post Reporters, Published on 12/03/2026
» Democrat leader Abhisit Vejjajiva on Wednesday confirmed the party has not been invited to join the new government being formed and would instead serve in the opposition.
Afternoon alcohol ban to be lifted in time for New Year, says minister
News, Post Reporters, Published on 02/12/2025
» Deputy Prime Minister Sophon Zarum has reassured Thai business operators that the ban on alcohol sales between 2pm and 5pm will be lifted in time for the New Year holiday.