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Election Commission warns of prohibitions in effect prior to Election Day

14 Sept 01:55 Key points summarised by AI

The Election Commission (EC) has issued a warning detailing strict prohibitions effective from advance voting day until Election Day on May 14th.
Key prohibitions include bans on publicly disclosing election poll results, organizing gambling on election outcomes, and selling alcohol during specific periods.
Candidates are forbidden from providing free transport to voters, while voters are prohibited from photographing or displaying marked ballots and accepting bribes.
Violators face severe penalties, including jail terms ranging from three months to ten years, substantial fines, and the revocation of voting rights for up to 20 years.

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.