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Anti-graft panel to probe Thaksin’s stay in hospital instead of prison cell

14 Sept 12:29 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has initiated an investigation into officials regarding former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra's six-month hospital stay.
The complaint targets the director-general of the Corrections Department, the chief doctor at the Police General Hospital, and ten other officials for allegedly facilitating Thaksin's hospital stay instead of prison, despite him not having life-threatening conditions.

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.