Master Poll: Police bribery scandals drop after NCPO arrival

[Lite Beer]

Master Poll: Police bribery scandals drop after NCPO arrival

BANGKOK, 11 Jan 2015 (NNT) – Community leaders have noticed a significant drop in bribery scandals among police following the arrival of the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO), according to a recent survey by Thai Researchers in Community Happiness Association (TRICHA).

Leaders from 622 communities who took part in the survey disclosed that the problem of bribe-taking police officials most often heard of in their neighborhoods had sharply dropped after the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) took the helm of the country.

Of all previous scandals concerning corrupt practices among civil servants, bribe-taking activities by traffic police and other types of police topped the list of complaints, with 84.5 and 75 percent respectively.

They said the percentage of traffic police said to have been involved in graft prior to the NCPO’s emergence dropped from 56.8 to 27.7 percent. The percentage of other types of police who took bribes also fell from 47.4 to 27.6 percent.

As for the level of corruption in the Thai society, 37.4 percent of the respondents said the current corruption problem is not that critical, whereas 21.3 percent said the problem is quite serious. The rest think the situation is very grave.

Nearly 83 percent of the respondents view that the 12 national core values should be seriously adopted to solve the problem of moral and cultural decline. The remaining respondents are of the opinion that these core values have already been deeply ingrained in the society.

In their opinion, understanding and learning about true democratic ideals, integrity, patience and good intentions for the public and awareness in thinking and doing things are the most difficult to practice, of all the 12 national core values.

-- NNT 2015-01-11

[clockman]

But is it because, they are more careful. At hiding bribery. Now they know people are watching them?

[Robby nz]

There have certainly been some top heads rolling in the police ranks and even some army officers who have gone down, then there was the 4 top judges.

All that must be a good way of getting the message across to the lessor ranks that no one is immune.

Lets hope the good work carries on till it becomes the norm to report any police or official that asks for a bribe, amend that to include those who offer bribes.

However there does need to be stringent measures put in place to ensure things don't return to "Normal" once an elected Govt takes over.

[Thai at Heart]

Absolutely not a scientific study whatsoever.

Why don't they ask the community leaders who took a bribe since they appear to have such a finger on the pulse of corruption

[FireMedic]

This maybe true, but the linear transfers instead of jail time at Bang Kwan is not enough to dissuade them for much longer. I will admit it doesn't seem as bad, but people are still hesitant to make complaints against police. Traffic problems are just as bad, mafia presence and activities are still allowed....so it's not like it's going away.

[Commerce]

Was this article translated from words of the PM/cum-General himself?

[BeforeTigers]

If anyone had ever bothered to keep records we might be able to quantify this opinion survey.

[djjamie]

There have certainly been some top heads rolling in the police ranks and even some army officers who have gone down, then there was the 4 top judges.

All that must be a good way of getting the message across to the lessor ranks that no one is immune.

Lets hope the good work carries on till it becomes the norm to report any police or official that asks for a bribe, amend that to include those who offer bribes.

However there does need to be stringent measures put in place to ensure things don't return to "Normal" once an elected Govt takes over.

Quite correct and that is why reform is needed so things do not return to "normal".

[Commerce]

There have certainly been some top heads rolling in the police ranks and even some army officers who have gone down, then there was the 4 top judges.

All that must be a good way of getting the message across to the lessor ranks that no one is immune.

Lets hope the good work carries on till it becomes the norm to report any police or official that asks for a bribe, amend that to include those who offer bribes.

However there does need to be stringent measures put in place to ensure things don't return to "Normal" once an elected Govt takes over.

Quite correct and that is why reform is needed so things do not return to "normal".

Would you care to offer a 'normal' situ in Thailand?

[JOC]

More nonsense from the Ministry of Propaganda!!

And the 12 "core values" are mentioned in every second sentence now!!

[heybruce]

Hitler had Goebbels and his Ministry of Propaganda, Prayuth and the junta have the Thai Researchers in Community Happiness Association (TRICHA).http://asiancorrespondent.com/126917/why-are-some-opinion-poll-results-so-positive-of-the-thai-junta/

[JOC]

>>Leaders from 622 communities who took part in the survey disclosed that the problem of bribe-taking police officials most often heard of in their neighborhoods had sharply dropped after the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) took the helm of the country.<< Quote

Isn't amazing that the same unidentified "community-leaders" every time manage to give the answers wanted by the junta in a poll conducted by a company owned by the army??

How stupid do they think we are..............................

[heybruce]

There have certainly been some top heads rolling in the police ranks and even some army officers who have gone down, then there was the 4 top judges.

All that must be a good way of getting the message across to the lessor ranks that no one is immune.

Lets hope the good work carries on till it becomes the norm to report any police or official that asks for a bribe, amend that to include those who offer bribes.

However there does need to be stringent measures put in place to ensure things don't return to "Normal" once an elected Govt takes over.

"Lets hope the good work carries on till it becomes the norm to report any police or official that asks for a bribe, amend that to include those who offer bribes."

Don't expect it to be the norm to have reports investigated if the suspected official is a well connected military officer: http://thediplomat.com/2014/10/thai-junta-beset-by-corruption-scandals/

[jcisco]

Confirmation BIas for the win

[Commerce]

Hitler had Goebbels and his Ministry of Propaganda, Prayuth and the junta have the Thai Researchers in Community Happiness Association (TRICHA).http://asiancorrespondent.com/126917/why-are-some-opinion-poll-results-so-positive-of-the-thai-junta/

Wasn't the NCPO previously termed the CAPO, and run by no less than a K. Chalerm. What's next? The TRIADO possibly?

[NCFC]

Well if the community leaders want to remain community leaders they would say everything is rosy!

[Costas2008]

More nonsense from the Ministry of Propaganda!!

And the 12 "core values" are mentioned in every second sentence now!!

JOC, have you learned the 12 core values?

OK.......I'll recite them for you......just in case.......

1. Upholding the three main pillars: the Nation, the Religion, and the Monarchy;

2. Being honest, sacrificial and patient, with positive attitude for the common good of the public;

3. Being grateful to the parents, guardians and teachers;

4. Seeking for knowledge and education directly and indirectly;

5. Treasuring cherished Thai traditions;

6. Maintaining morality, integrity, well-wishes upon others as well as being generous and sharing;

7. Understanding, learning the true essence of democratic ideals, with His Majesty the King as Head of State;

8. Maintaining discipline, respectful of laws and the elderly and seniority;

9. Being conscious and mindful of action in line with His Majesty’s the King’s royal statements;

10. Applying His Majesty the King’s Sufficiency Economy, saving money for time of need, being moderate with surplus for sharing or expansion of business while having good immunity;

11. Maintaining both physical and mental health and unyielding to the dark force or desires, having sense of shame over guilt and sins in accordance with the religious principles;

12. Putting the public and national interest before personal interest.

[JOC]

More nonsense from the Ministry of Propaganda!!

And the 12 "core values" are mentioned in every second sentence now!!

JOC, have you learned the 12 core values?

OK.......I'll recite them for you......just in case.......

1. Upholding the three main pillars: the Nation, the Religion, and the Monarchy;

2. Being honest, sacrificial and patient, with positive attitude for the common good of the public;

3. Being grateful to the parents, guardians and teachers;

4. Seeking for knowledge and education directly and indirectly;

5. Treasuring cherished Thai traditions;

6. Maintaining morality, integrity, well-wishes upon others as well as being generous and sharing;

7. Understanding, learning the true essence of democratic ideals, with His Majesty the King as Head of State;

8. Maintaining discipline, respectful of laws and the elderly and seniority;

9. Being conscious and mindful of action in line with His Majesty’s the King’s royal statements;

10. Applying His Majesty the King’s Sufficiency Economy, saving money for time of need, being moderate with surplus for sharing or expansion of business while having good immunity;

11. Maintaining both physical and mental health and unyielding to the dark force or desires, having sense of shame over guilt and sins in accordance with the religious principles;

12. Putting the public and national interest before personal interest.

Out of respect for His Majesty the King I will refrain from replying.............................

[bangkokfrog]

I can't understand why Thai Visa treats the "Thai Researchers in Community Happiness Association" as a credible news source. In this case, asking "community leaders" (many of whom will be getting richer by the minute because of their positions) about whether bribery scandals are increasing or decreasing beggars belief.

However, we all know that there is no more bribery in LOS... because it is against the 12 values.

[tingtongfarang]

There have certainly been some top heads rolling in the police ranks and even some army officers who have gone down, then there was the 4 top judges.

All that must be a good way of getting the message across to the lessor ranks that no one is immune.

Lets hope the good work carries on till it becomes the norm to report any police or official that asks for a bribe, amend that to include those who offer bribes.

However there does need to be stringent measures put in place to ensure things don't return to "Normal" once an elected Govt takes over.

Quite correct and that is why reform is needed so things do not return to "normal".

I think even the general knows that if thailand is to move forward this uniformed mafia have to go, its not possible to reform hardened criminals into a real police force,

No need for him to be ashamed, they would,nt be the first country to kick them out and start again nor will they be the last,

Reality is its difficult to describe the BIB at any level as a police force.

[tbthailand]

A couple of posters touched on this already, but really,...

the level of corruption is not something that is measured in a poll but with statistics.

[Bakseeda]

More nonsense from the Ministry of Propaganda!!

And the 12 "core values" are mentioned in every second sentence now!!

JOC, have you learned the 12 core values?

OK.......I'll recite them for you......just in case.......

1. Upholding the three main pillars: the Nation, the Religion, and the Monarchy;

2. Being honest, sacrificial and patient, with positive attitude for the common good of the public;

3. Being grateful to the parents, guardians and teachers;

4. Seeking for knowledge and education directly and indirectly;

5. Treasuring cherished Thai traditions;

6. Maintaining morality, integrity, well-wishes upon others as well as being generous and sharing;

7. Understanding, learning the true essence of democratic ideals, with His Majesty the King as Head of State;

8. Maintaining discipline, respectful of laws and the elderly and seniority;

9. Being conscious and mindful of action in line with His Majesty’s the King’s royal statements;

10. Applying His Majesty the King’s Sufficiency Economy, saving money for time of need, being moderate with surplus for sharing or expansion of business while having good immunity;

11. Maintaining both physical and mental health and unyielding to the dark force or desires, having sense of shame over guilt and sins in accordance with the religious principles;

12. Putting the public and national interest before personal interest.

Out of respect for His Majesty the King I will refrain from replying.............................

Thank God Moses did not bump into you on the way down from the mountain.....

Edited January 11, 2015 by Bakseeda

[Diplomatico]

I can't understand why Thai Visa treats the "Thai Researchers in Community Happiness Association" as a credible news source. In this case, asking "community leaders" (many of whom will be getting richer by the minute because of their positions) about whether bribery scandals are increasing or decreasing beggars belief.

However, we all know that there is no more bribery in LOS... because it is against the 12 values.

Finally. For a long time I thought it was only me. Thank you!

[seajae]

"As for the level of corruption in the Thai society, 37.4 percent of the respondents said the current corruption problem is not that critical, whereas 21.3 percent said the problem is quite serious. The rest think the situation is very grave"

The rest of the population being the biggest percentage of people at 42.3% but that would ruin the softer figures for the "not critical" and possibly make thais sound more corrupt

[FireMedic]

I see you asked the wolves how the sheep are doing.....

[ikke]

More nonsense from the Ministry of Propaganda!!

And the 12 "core values" are mentioned in every second sentence now!!

JOC, have you learned the 12 core values?

OK.......I'll recite them for you......just in case.......

1. Upholding the three main pillars: the Nation, the Religion, and the Monarchy;

2. Being honest, sacrificial and patient, with positive attitude for the common good of the public;

3. Being grateful to the parents, guardians and teachers;

4. Seeking for knowledge and education directly and indirectly;

5. Treasuring cherished Thai traditions;

6. Maintaining morality, integrity, well-wishes upon others as well as being generous and sharing;

7. Understanding, learning the true essence of democratic ideals, with His Majesty the King as Head of State;

8. Maintaining discipline, respectful of laws and the elderly and seniority;

9. Being conscious and mindful of action in line with His Majesty’s the King’s royal statements;

10. Applying His Majesty the King’s Sufficiency Economy, saving money for time of need, being moderate with surplus for sharing or expansion of business while having good immunity;

11. Maintaining both physical and mental health and unyielding to the dark force or desires, having sense of shame over guilt and sins in accordance with the religious principles;

12. Putting the public and national interest before personal interest.

Very sorry to say so, my dear Greek, but "12" does sure not apply to your beloved General .........

[marinediscoking]

In the province I am in it is business as usual as the right people are still getting paid. I would like to report that at least one branch if the government was any different than before the coup but that is not the case here on the ground. I would like to give specifics but than again I don't wish to incriminate myself.

[NongKhaiKid]

More propaganda nonsense but is anyone surprised ?

It's all part of the burgeoning cult of the PM along with 12 core values, cardboard cutouts etc. and there's lots more where that came from.

Edited January 11, 2015 by NongKhaiKid

[Rykbanlor]

The 12 core values are much like the commandments - use them as basic guidelines only, it's not like they're set in stone.

[jaywalker]

Hitler had Goebbels and his Ministry of Propaganda, Prayuth and the junta have the Thai Researchers in Community Happiness Association (TRICHA).http://asiancorrespondent.com/126917/why-are-some-opinion-poll-results-so-positive-of-the-thai-junta/

The Ministry of TRUTH.