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Ombudsman gives EC seven days to justify use of QR codes on ballots

23 Sept 05:41 Key points summarised by AI

The Ombudsman’s Office has demanded the Election Commission (EC) explain its decision to print QR codes on ballot sheets for the upcoming general election and referendum within seven days.
The demand follows 13 complaints from protest groups alleging that QR codes on ballots could track voters, thereby compromising the principle of 'direct and secret voting' and rendering the election unlawful.
Protesters claim this potential tracking violates voter secrecy, prompting some to call for the nullification of the election and a fresh poll.
A former law lecturer advises protest groups to seek redress through the Constitutional Court via the Ombudsman, emphasizing it is the only body with authority to rule on the legitimacy of the QR-coded ballot sheets.

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.