People’s party to ask EC to rule on parliamentary status of dissident MP

21 Sept 04:43 Key points summarised by AI

The People’s Party will ask the Election Commission (EC) to rule on whether MP Kris Chivathammanond’s letter, expressing frustration, constitutes a resignation, which would cause him to lose his parliamentary status.
This action follows Kris's plan to defect to the Kla Tham Party, with the People's Party opting not to expel him, as expulsion allows MPs to retain status when joining a new party within 30 days, unlike resignation.
People’s Party leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut denied Kris’s allegations of party obstruction, lack of support for projects, and discrimination based on his transgender identity, emphasizing the party's commitment to gender diversity.
The party now considers Kris no longer a member due to his hostile attitude and plans to visit his constituency to explain their decision and reaffirm commitment to the people.

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.