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Cabinet mulls utility waivers for flooded households in Hat Yai

15 Sept 01:16 Key points summarised by AI

Hat Yai's Emergency Flood Situation Forward Command Centre will propose to the Cabinet a waiver of water and electricity charges for November, December, and January for heavily affected households.
Power and tap water supplies are fully restored, with billing for affected households delayed pending the Cabinet's decision on the proposed utility waivers.
The government has disbursed 1.088 billion baht in compensation to 120,949 households in nine southern provinces, with ongoing efforts to transfer funds to remaining eligible recipients.

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.