Anti-graft statute
New legislation intended to wipe out corruption by politicians and senior state officials is expected to receive Cabinet approval today.
Prime Minister's Office Minister Thirapat Serirangsan will table the bill that will be forwarded to the National Legislative Assembly.It provides a maximum punishment of 15 years in jail for those convicted of conflict of interest, allegedly widespread during the administration of deposed prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra. It will forbid politicians or government officials along with their spouses, relatives or dependants from bidding for state projects. The National Counter Corruption Commission can halt projects if 5,000 people or 50 members of Parliament suspect conflict of interest.
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