New petitions over ex-PM's PGH stay

Groups launch fresh bid to probe Thaksin

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Pressure is mounting on the government over former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s prolonged stay at the Police General Hospital (PGH), with critics demanding transparency and accountability from both state officials and political leaders involved in the matter.

The controversy follows an ethics investigation by the Medical Council of Thailand (MCT) into the conduct of doctors responsible for Thaksin’s transfer from prison and his extended hospital stay. The case is also under review by the Supreme Court's Criminal Division for Holders of Political Positions.

The People’s Network for Thailand Reform and its allies will today hold a rally outside Government House calling for Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, leader of the ruling Pheu Thai and Thaksin’s daughter, to take responsibility.