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Thaksin volunteered for drainage work, not assigned

13 Sept 07:32 Key points summarised by AI

The Corrections Department clarified that jailed ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra *volunteered* to supervise sewage drainage for public service, contradicting earlier reports that he was assigned the task.
Department officials confirmed Thaksin's offer was his personal initiative, and it has not been approved or scheduled.
Thaksin currently *does not meet* the eligibility requirements for public service, as he has served less than one month of his one-year sentence, falling short of the one-third sentence served rule.

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.