Authorities to take actions against LPG hoarding

Commerce Ministry permanent secretary Siripol Yodmuangcharoen Sunday said he received a report from the Internal Trade Department that some operators had been hoarding the LPG ahead of the price hike.

"Such hoarding is illegal," Siripol said, "We will take harsh actions against the offenders".

If convicted, the offenders face up to seven years in jail and/or a maximum fine of Bt140,000.

The Nation