Kla Tham MP for Khon Kaen suspended for alleged breach of ethics

9 Sept 15:34 Key points summarised by AI

Kla Tham party MP Ekkarat Changlao was suspended from parliamentary duties by the Supreme Court’s Criminal Division for Political Office Holders, following a petition from the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC).
The suspension is due to an alleged gross violation of ethical standards, as Ekkarat was sentenced to 12 years and nine months in prison for embezzling approximately 405 million baht from Khon Kaen teacher’s cooperatives.

Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds

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.