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Thai parliament police officers say new uniform is a waste of money

13 Sept 10:35 Key points summarised by AI

Approximately 60 parliament police officers petitioned against a new uniform, citing it as a 2 million baht waste of taxpayer money, given their current uniforms were issued only six months ago.
Officers expressed strong disapproval, stating those who must wear the new kit don't want it and questioning the necessity of altering an already appropriate uniform without their consent.
A Democrat MP defended the change, explaining the new uniform is primarily for 122 newly-recruited 'technical affairs' police whose branch isn't covered by existing uniform regulations.
A Pheu Thai MP proposed a compromise: the new uniform should be worn only by newly-recruited technical affairs officers, allowing existing officers to continue using their current uniforms until they need replacement.

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.