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Thaksin's royal pardon appeal rejected by Justice Minister

13 Sept 21:04 Key points summarised by AI

Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra's latest appeal for a further Royal commutation of his one-year jail term has been formally rejected by the Justice Minister.
The application was initially turned down by then Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong on September 23rd, with the decision subsequently returned to the Office of the Secretary-General of the Cabinet.
Legal experts, including former law professor Kaewsan Atibodhi, raised objections to the appeal's propriety and legality, asserting Thaksin had already received a commutation from an eight-year sentence to one year.
Despite his return after 17 years abroad, Thaksin's commuted one-year prison sentence has not yet been enforced by the Corrections Department.

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.