Charter amendment in joint sitting collapses due to lack of quorum

13 Sept 13:43 Key points summarised by AI

The joint sitting of the Senate and House to debate two draft constitutional amendment bills collapsed due to an insufficient quorum.
Only 204 MPs and senators were present, falling short of the required number to proceed with the meeting.
The adjournment occurred amidst a contentious debate on an urgent motion to seek a Constitutional Court ruling regarding a pre-amendment referendum.
The Pheu Thai party has decided to seek a Constitutional Court ruling first to keep the charter amendment attempts alive, acknowledging the slim chances of immediate passage.

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.