Opposition tells PM to return Alpine land plot to temple

13 Sept 12:44 Key points summarised by AI

Opposition MPs demand Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and her family return a 148-hectare land plot in Pathum Thani to Thammikaram Temple.
The land, now owned by the PM's family's company, was originally donated to the temple for religious use and is legally deemed non-transferable by the Council of State and Supreme Court.
The controversy stems from the land's 1990 sale by the temple's foundation to Alpine companies, with accusations of political influence given a major shareholder's connection to a then-deputy interior minister.
An opposition MP alleges the Shinawatra family is using political influence to prevent the land's return and is demanding 7 billion baht in state compensation.

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.