Controversial luxury 'Parliamentary club' to be converted into office space

13 Sept 20:30 Key points summarised by AI

House Speaker Chuan Leekpai ordered the closure and conversion of most facilities in the controversial luxury parliamentary club into office space for officials, responding to public backlash over lavish taxpayer spending.
The club's amenities, including a karaoke bar and spa, were part of the original 2011 design before Chuan became Speaker, but faced criticism for their inappropriateness on state land designated solely for official purposes.

Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds

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.