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Election inspectors urged to probe fund-raising dinner planned for Dec 19 in Nonthaburi

13 Sept 15:51 Key points summarised by AI

The pro-regime Palang Pracharat Party's planned fund-raising dinner on December 19 in Nonthaburi faces scrutiny, with critics alleging it violates existing bans on political activities.
Former election commissioner Somchai Srisutthiyakorn urges Nonthaburi election officials to investigate the event, emphasizing that fund-raising parties are currently prohibited under a National Council for Peace and Order executive order.
Somchai contends that even if political restrictions are lifted before the event, preparatory actions like venue booking, mailing invitations, and accepting payments could still be deemed illegal political activities.

Yesterday 12:30 Key points summarised by AI

A recent NIDA poll indicates that a plurality of the public (30.38%) anticipates Kla Tham Party MPs will vote to support all 18 cabinet ministers targeted in the upcoming no-confidence debate.
Respondents believe the Ministry of Interior (38.78%) and the Prime Minister’s Office (21.37%) will face the toughest questioning during the censure debate.
Economic issues, particularly alleged incompetence in addressing problems (34.27%) and the rising cost of living (25.88%), are cited as the primary concerns for the government during the censure.
The public holds high expectations for the Opposition's case, with 45.65% believing clear, concrete evidence will be presented against all 18 ministers, and 41.22% expecting substantial evidence against specific ministers.