Parole board agrees to release ex-PM Thaksin on parole on May 11

11 Sept 05:19 Key points summarised by AI

Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is set to be released on parole on May 11, with the requirement to wear an electronic monitoring ankle bracelet.
The parole was approved by the Ministry of Justice's board, citing his age (over 70) and underlying ailments; he will remain on parole for four months before becoming a free man.

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

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.