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NACC faults former Deputy House Speaker for gross violation of ethical conduct

13 Sept 15:24 Key points summarised by AI

The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) found former Deputy House Speaker Supachai Phosu guilty of gross ethical violations for illegally owning 35.2 hectares of land in a protected forest.
Supachai acquired 40 plots in Dong Pathai forest, originally intended for landless citizens, by purchasing them from eligible individuals despite legal restrictions against such transfers.
He developed the illegally obtained land into rubber plantations, an act that the NACC stated deprived other eligible people of their rightful access.
The NACC also cited Nakhon Ratchasima MP Suchart Pinyo for similar land ownership violations involving approximately 40 hectares under a land reform program.
Both cases will be referred to the Supreme Court’s Criminal Division for Holders of Political Positions for further consideration and action.

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.