The Cabinet is considering a "1 province, 1 office" model that would bring overlapping regional government units under the provincial governor. The Office of the Public Sector Development Commission says about 80% of regional civil-service roles overlap. Headcount will shrink gradually through early retirement, and posts vacated by retirees within 5 years will not be refilled. Agencies must submit restructuring plans within 6 months. For a Thai SME, this means slower or changed contact with some provincial offices over time, and more digital services. No action is needed now; watch for the provincial plans.