Although the court said the demonstration was peaceful and weapons-free, it ruled the authorities did their job legally in accordance with an order by the National Council for Peace and Order which prohibited political activities. The NDM group became known from many political activities including its "vote no" referendum campaign against the charter drafted by a coup-installed panel led by Meechai Ruchupan. Meanwhile, the government has no plans to lift the ban on political activities, Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon said Monday. The government and Gen Prawit himself were bombarded by questions on various issues, among them rumours of a cabinet reshuffle and the ban on political activities. Senator Wallop said political parties should be given enough time to manage and proceed with their political activities.

Source: Bangkok Post October 30, 2017 21:45 UTC