Activists have asked the Constitutional Court to strike down the government's ban on political activities. Pro-election activists on Wednesday petitioned the Constitutional Court to strike down the regime's ban on political gatherings, which they said violates their rights. He said there was no telling if the local elections could be scheduled for August. Before the local elections can go ahead, four factors must be considered. Mr Wissanu said the National Legislative Assembly (NLA) president has asked the government when the local elections bill will be presented to the assembly.

Source: Bangkok Post February 21, 2018 22:07 UTC