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iTV does not owe ฿2.8Bn in unpaid concession fees – Supreme Court

13 Sept 06:17 Key points summarised by AI

The Supreme Administrative Court upheld a previous ruling, dismissing the Prime Minister’s Office’s lawsuit demanding ฿2.8 billion in unpaid concession fees from iTV Public Company.
This final decision concludes a protracted legal dispute that began in 2007, affirming iTV is not liable for the claimed fees after previous rejections by an arbitration panel and the Administrative Court.

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.