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House dissolution tentatively set for January 31, election for March 29

10 Sept 15:27 Key points summarised by AI

Deputy Prime Minister Dr. Borwornsak Uwanno announced a tentative timeline for the dissolution of the House, the passage of a new Constitution, a general election, and a public referendum.
The government plans to dissolve the House by January 31st, honoring a promise to do so after four months in office, with the general election tentatively scheduled for March 29th.
For the March 29th election date to be feasible, the new Constitution must pass its final reading in parliament by December 20th.
A public referendum on the new charter is also proposed to coincide with the general election on March 29th to save an estimated six billion baht.

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.