PM: More Evidence Found in Local Exam Cheating Scandal
Investigators uncovered fresh evidence of cheating in local government employee exams, prompting authorities to halt new appointments and review test scores for 15,000 candidates.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul held a press conference at Government House on July 3 regarding the ongoing investigation into cheating in local government employee examinations. Anutin stated that new evidence has emerged following the July 2 announcement of test score discrepancies, indicating fraudulent activity occurred. He emphasized that no further appointments should be made pending investigation results, and that already-hired individuals must await the inquiry's outcome. The government will examine answer sheets from 15,000 candidates, with appointments revoked for anyone found to have irregularities.
