Bangkok: The Prime Minister is furious and has ordered an immediate investigation into local authorities' violation of orders by allowing citizens to photocopy flood documents. He emphasized that compensation measures, which only require verification of identity, will cover tenants.
According to Thai News Agency, Prime Minister's Office spokesman Siripong Angkasakulkiat clarified the controversy surrounding the flood relief application process, emphasizing that the Prime Minister had given clear instructions from day one to all agencies to "minimize paperwork as much as possible," given the crisis situation with flooding throughout the province. He added that the public should not be burdened by the need to photocopy various documents.
A government spokesperson stated that the relief measures will cover homeowners, tenants, rented rooms, or actual residents, using only "identity verification," eliminating the need for multiple documents, as has been criticized in some areas.
Regarding the incident where a large number of people were asked to photocopy documents, it is believed that some local administrative organizations failed to comply with the Prime Minister's orders. This is a serious matter because it directly impacts disaster victims.
However, the Prime Minister emphasized that if any agency is found to be violating the order or creating unnecessary burdens, appropriate action will be taken to ensure that compensation is provided quickly, equally, and comprehensively.