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Govt to push back casino bill again citing public misunderstanding
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Govt to push back casino bill again citing public misunderstanding
29 Sept 18:34Key points summarised by AI
The government will postpone the tabling of the entertainment complex draft bill, which includes casinos, for a second time, citing the need to improve public understanding.
Deputy Transport Minister Manaporn Charoensri clarified that casinos would constitute only 10% of the project, with the majority focusing on trade exhibition centers and other economic activities, despite ongoing public opposition.
Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds
Yesterday 12:30Key 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.