Pheu Thai seeks court ruling on QR code election issue

13 Sept 07:41 Key points summarised by AI

Pheu Thai Party challenges election validity: The party seeks a Constitutional Court ruling on the February 8th general election, citing concerns over QR and bar codes on ballot sheets.
Confidentiality concerns raised: Deputy leader Chusak Sirinil argues that traceable codes would violate constitutional provisions for direct and confidential voting.
Former EC commissioner supports claims: Somchai Srisutthiyakorn concurs, stating that traceable codes could violate Article 85 of the Constitution, adding to election rigging complaints.
EC defends security measures: The Election Commission spent 204 million baht on ballots with special features, clarifying that QR/bar codes are for anti-forgery and identifying polling stations, not individual voters.

Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds

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.