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Opposition seeks Constitutional Court ruling on PM’s term in office

14 Sept 03:20 Key points summarised by AI

Opposition parties formally petitioned Thailand's Constitutional Court to determine the legality of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's 8-year term, asserting it concludes on August 24th, 2022.
The petition, backed by 171 MPs, cites Prayut's August 24, 2014, royal appointment and constitutional provisions regarding ministerial term limits.
Should the court rule against Prayut, the cabinet would resign but could serve as caretakers, or a deputy could assume interim leadership if the PM is removed.
Despite calls to dissolve parliament, PM Prayut has affirmed his commitment to serving his full term and will not dissolve the House.
Anti-government activist groups are organizing protests from August 21st to 24th, demanding Prayut's immediate resignation, maintaining his premiership ends after August 23rd.

18 Oct 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.