Anutin” emphasizes fighting corruption in the local area, urging governors of all provinces to strictly inspect. As for the case where the mayor of Bang Kaeo was accused of accepting kickbacks, the Samut Prakan governor hastened to appoint an examination committee and ordered them to stop performing their duties according to the procedures. Ready to punish severely if it is truly wrong, there will be no exceptions.
Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, said that continuing to suppress corruption at all levels It is one of the urgent policies of the Ministry of Interior. Especially in the area of local government organizations where there are now continuous complaints. There must be even more rigorous scrutiny. By having governors of every province monitor and inspect approvals. The implementation of various projects of local administrative organizations is transparent. Severe punishment immediately If any wrongdoing is found Build confidence among the people.
“The government attaches great importance to combating corruption. These matters are considered to be a hindrance to the country’s development. causing people to not receive benefits as they should I ask the governors of every province to help inspecting this so that every local administrative organization is transparent and can be an organization that truly takes care of improving the quality of life of local brothers and sisters,” Mr. Anutin said.
Mr. Anutin said that in the case that appeared in the news report about the allegation that Mayor of Bang Kaeo Solicit bribes from entrepreneurs competing in government projects. Ministry of Interior as the regulatory agency for local government organizations I’m not complacent. In this matter, the inspection process according to law will be within the authority of the Governor of Samut Prakan Province. to set up a committee to conduct an investigation and can be ordered to suspend duties during the investigation In accordance with Section 73 of the Municipality Act B.E. 1953 and amended, which stipulates that when it appears with reasonable evidence to the provincial governor that The mayor neglected to act according to his authority. which will cause serious damage to the government service or acting contrary to authority and duties or behave in violation of peace and order The provincial governor shall appoint an investigation committee immediately. and have the investigation committee complete its work within 60 days from the date of appointment And when the mayor was appointed to an investigation committee The provincial governor will order that person to stop performing duties. You can wait to hear the results of the investigation.
Mr. Anutin said that when the Governor of Samut Prakan Province has finished investigating the facts. If there is a basis for guilt Must be presented to the Minister of Interior. To order dismissal from position according to Section 73/1 of the Municipality Act B.E. 2496 to order dismissal from position within the next 30 days.
“Every step must be taken decisively, quickly and in accordance with the law. without omission If the provincial governor does not take action, it will be a failure to perform his duty and will be his fault. Everyone must respect and obey the law. Equally under the law It is in accordance with government policy to take strict action against corruption and influential people,” Mr. Anutin said. – Thai News Agency
Source: Thai News Agency