'Cut spending limit'

He said the high limit favoured wealthy candidates who are backed by political parties, and put less-wealthy candidates at a disadvantage, which violates Article 236 of the Constitution. He said other cities usually set the limit at no more than Bt17 million.
Srisuwan added that setting such a high limit did not make sense because a Bangkok governor earns Bt5.28 million over a four-year term and spending so much would only make whoever wins corrupt. He added that he would take the matter to the Administrative Court if it is ignored.