Updated Gambling Act to be submitted for cabinet approval next week

13 Sept 11:35 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's updated Gambling Act, featuring increased penalties for illegal gambling, is slated for cabinet approval on February 25.
The draft significantly raises prison sentences for all participants in illegal gambling, with particular emphasis on online activities, including organizers, advertisers, and 'cheer leaders'.
It grants authorities new powers to enter suspected gambling premises and explicitly redefines 'gambling' to encompass online forms, addressing the spread of digital betting.
Public opinion polls indicate strong majority approval for these amendments, which aim to modernize the archaic law and combat contemporary illegal gambling practices.

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.