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Changes to SSO board vote spark criticism
News, Post reporters, Published on 22/02/2026
» Proposed changes to election regulations for the Social Security Board (SSB) have ignited sharp criticism, with academics and stakeholders warning the reforms could undermine transparency and return the system to an era dominated by lobbying.
More people opting for pets over children
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 22/02/2026
» Bangkok Post and SIRI Campus on Saturday staged the third edition of the Bangkok Post Forum, "Pet in the City – Smarter Living for City Pets", at SIRI Campus, Sukhumvit 77.
Social Security proposals draw 1.24 million comments
News, Post Reporters, Published on 21/02/2026
» Draft regulations governing the election of employer and insured representatives to the Social Security Board have attracted strong public engagement, with more than 1.24 million comments submitted during the consultation period, according to the Social Security Office (SSO).
Rights commission helps draft conscript-protection rules
News, Post Reporters, Published on 21/02/2026
» The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has joined hands with the army and navy in drafting a framework aimed at improving the treatment of new conscripts.
Andrew crisis haunts monarchy
News, Pavin Chachavalpongpun, Published on 21/02/2026
» For centuries, the British monarchy has survived by carefully weaving a narrative of moral leadership and national service. That meticulously constructed image has been deeply undermined by the persistent shadow of the Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Jeffrey Epstein scandal.
Procurement deals face National Anti-Corruption Commission probe
News, Post Reporters, Published on 20/02/2026
» The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has launched an investigation into five procurement matters involving the Social Security Office (SSO) amid mounting public scrutiny over whether procedures were properly followed.
Crane crash investigations given 45-day timeframe
News, Post Reporters, Published on 20/02/2026
» The Transport Ministry has ordered two fact-finding committees to complete investigations into recent crane accidents within 45 days, stressing that conclusions must be based on evidence and engineering principles to restore public confidence.
Govt ramps up gun controls
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 20/02/2026
» The government has ordered nationwide enforcement of stricter firearm regulations, instructing registrars to more rigorously scrutinise gun licence applications and suspending the issuance of carry permits.
Illegal road in wildlife sanctuary investigated
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 19/02/2026
» Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchart Chomklin has ordered a crackdown on alleged abuses of authority in forest areas, sending officials to Mae Hong Son and setting a three-day deadline to clarify allegations against the head of Mae Yuam Wildlife Sanctuary.
Safety measures to ramp up for CNG vehicles
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 19/02/2026
» The cabinet has endorsed a raft of measures to strengthen safety and reduce corruption risks in the licensing of public transport vehicles powered by Compressed Natural Gas (CNG).