Opposition agrees to remove Thaksin’s name from censure motion

13 Sept 08:58 Key points summarised by AI

Opposition leader Natthaphong Ruengpranyawut agreed to remove former PM Thaksin Shinawatra's name from a censure debate motion.
This decision unblocks a weeks-long deadlock, allowing the censure debate against Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra to proceed, tentatively on March 24.
The House Speaker had requested the removal, citing rule violations for including an 'outsider's' name, and threatened to exclude the motion otherwise.
Natthaphong secured a promise of neutrality from the House Speaker for the upcoming debate, ensuring fair proceedings.

Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds

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.