Complaint filed against Deputy House Speaker

15 Sept 08:29 Key points summarised by AI

A political activist lodged a complaint against Deputy House Speaker Padipat Suntiphada, alleging he misused parliamentary funds to host a buffet for maids, claiming it was for personal or political gain and not legitimate parliamentary spending.
The activist asserts Padipat violated legal spending definitions and his party's anti-corruption manifesto, while Padipat maintains his actions were within parliamentary regulations, using an approved entertainment fund.

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.