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Corrections Dept allows Thaksin to remain at Police General Hospital

14 Sept 02:59 Key points summarised by AI

The Corrections Department granted former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra permission to continue receiving medical treatment at the Police General Hospital beyond the initial 120-day limit.
Director-General Sahakarn Petchnarin approved the extension based on doctors' requests, citing potential life-threatening complications if Thaksin's treatment were interrupted.
This decision follows public challenges and comes as the House Police Affairs Committee plans a visit to the hospital to verify Thaksin's presence.
Sahakarn noted that thousands of other prisoners are also receiving external medical treatment, with their extensions under review based on illness severity.
He clarified that regulations allow disabled, elderly (over 70), or seriously ill prisoners who have served one-third of their terms to complete their sentences outside prison.

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.