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Supporting-opposition group "Akara" in gold mining submitted a letter to the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) hopes to hear all sides NACC, House of Representatives Visit the area to find out the facts. At 15.00 on February 6, reporters reported that In front of Thap Khlo District, Phichit Province, more than 100 opposing groups and groups supporting the opening of gold mines submitted letters to Mr. Chakrawat Sri-on, vice-president of the Anti-Corruption Commission. (NACC) House of Representatives visited the area to investigate facts Afterwards, villagers in the area around the gold mine, Thap Khlo district and 29 villages in Wang Prong district, claim that they have been affected by the government's renewal of 4 gold mining licenses for a period of 10 years. Metallurgical plant licenses for another five years, while the group advocates for the opening of gold mines said. Villagers claim they were not affected. because the people benefited and has income from working in the mine. Mr. Chakrat and the committee received books from both sides, then went to the area surrounding the Chatree gold mine, Akara Resources Co., Ltd., Khao Chet Luk Subdistrict, Thap Khlo District, Province Phichit and Wang Pong District, Phetchabun Province to investigate the impact of gold mining operations. including investigating complaints from villagers in the surrounding area of 29 villages, as well as finding facts from local leaders, village headmen, and relevant government agencies. To bring information for consideration of complaints about the opening of gold mines that will be held soon Mr. Inscription said Coming to the area today because we will listen to all the problems around. Both opposing and supporters to bring problems Go back to summarize the results and consider further. Including villagers, merchants, vendors in the area, more than 200 people have concerns about providing information from people outside the area who may have hidden agendas or not. by citing the dangers of the gold mining business despite being far away from the mine He dared to confirm that the gold mining operation does not affect the surrounding environment. including public health in any way Otherwise, the locals will be their opponents. Mr. Chaiyaporn said The closure of the mine affects the quality of life of the villagers. including shops in the area that lack income as well as a group of more than a thousand employees suffered as well. Such impacts affected the economy of the foundation and the community as a result. Miss Primsinee Sindhornthamtouch said that today she has submitted a letter. committee for the inspection of gold mines that the problems on the environment and the health of villagers have been solved Since when is the gold mine still open? Why did the gold mining get renewal of 4 gold mining licenses for a period of 10 years and a metallurgical factory license for another 5 years? However, the villagers did not know the facts about opening the mine gold because of the environmental impact and public health around Many gold mines Read related news.