New evidence prompts EC to investigate Senate election

12 Sept 04:59 Key points summarised by AI

The Election Commission (EC) has initiated an investigation into alleged voting collusion during last June's senatorial election, reversing its initial reluctance.
This new inquiry was prompted by evidence from the Department of Special Investigation (DSI), which included a note instructing candidates to vote for 140 specific individuals.
The DSI's findings indicate that 138 winning candidates and two senatorial reservists matched the numbers on the alleged collusion note, suggesting a potential criminal association.
Separately, the EC dismissed a complaint against its Secretary General, Sawaeng Boonmee, for alleged malfeasance, citing a lack of evidence regarding claims of election manipulation based on candidates wearing yellow shirts.

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.