Land Department given 7 days to explain inaction in Khao Kradong controversy

13 Sept 09:28 Key points summarised by AI

Interior Minister Phumtham Wechayachai issued a 7-day ultimatum to the Land Department's director-general for failing to enforce a Supreme Court order to reclaim 800 hectares of State Railway of Thailand (SRT) land at Khao Kradong from alleged trespassers, including the influential Chidchob family.
The Land Department faces scrutiny for its refusal to revoke land occupation documents despite multiple court rulings in favor of the SRT, sparking a political "tit-for-tat" dispute between the ruling Pheu Thai and opposition Bhumjaithai parties.
The ongoing legal battle is complicated by mapping inconsistencies, with the Land Department demanding a specific 1921 map from the SRT, while both parties present differing land ownership documents, hindering a resolution to the dispute.

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.