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Move Forward Party cries foul against attempts to scuttle its Progressive Liquor Bill

1 Oct 15:50 Key points summarised by AI

The Move Forward Party (MFP) urges public support for its Progressive Liquor Bill, which aims to liberalize liquor production in Thailand.
MFP leader Pita Limjaroenrat outlined five key benefits: boosting local economies and tourism, distributing income, broadening the tax base, and ending the current liquor business oligopoly.
The party's reaction follows reports that the cabinet signaled coalition parties to scuttle the bill in parliament.
Government officials, including the chief whip and Deputy Spokesmen for the Prime Minister’s Office, deny any interference, stating the bill's approval rests with individual MPs.

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.