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House whips meet today to set date for vote on new PM

13 Sept 19:42 Key points summarised by AI

Government and opposition whips are meeting to schedule the vote for a new interim prime minister, who will serve a four-month term to prepare for a snap general election and a constitutional referendum.
The meeting was delayed pending a Constitutional Court reply to a petition from Pheu Thai MPs challenging the legitimacy of Paetongtarn Shinawatra's removal, citing an expired judge's term.
If the court rejects the petition, the vote for the new prime minister, likely Anutin Charnvirakul with support from Bhumjaithai and the People party, could take place as early as Friday.

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.