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Police Hospital chief doctor challenges ruling on Thaksin’s illnesses

14 Sept 04:13 Key points summarised by AI

The chief doctor of Police General Hospital (PGH), Pol Lt-Gen Thaweesilp Wechvitarn, has appealed to the Public Health Minister to review the Medical Council's ruling against doctors involved in former PM Thaksin Shinawatra's hospital stay.
The Medical Council previously found three unnamed doctors at fault for facilitating Thaksin's extended PGH treatment without sufficient critical evidence, resulting in a warning and two temporary license suspensions.
Thaweesilp's appeal asserts the ruling damages PGH's reputation and suggests the Medical Council's inquiry might not have fully considered all evidence pertaining to Thaksin's health condition.
Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin now has 15 days to review the Medical Council's ruling, holding the authority to approve or veto it, which could send the decision back for reconsideration.

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.