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Health Minister has 15 days to consider Medical Council’s decision on Thaksin case

13 Sept 17:31 Key points summarised by AI

Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin has 15 days to review the Medical Council's decision finding three doctors at fault for former PM Thaksin Shinawatra's six-month hospital stay.
The Minister urged critics to avoid speculation about his potential veto and to refrain from politicizing the decision, warning it would lead to public confusion.

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.