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Bhumjaithai seeks charter rewrite through 100-member drafting assembly

23 Sept 01:44 Key points summarised by AI

Bhumjaithai Party formally submitted a draft bill to amend the constitution, becoming the first party to do so.
Party leader Anutin Charnvirakul asserted the move responds to public demand for constitutional changes and demonstrates the party's commitment to reform.
The proposed amendment targets Article 256, aiming to establish a 100-member Constitution Drafting Assembly selected by parliament from provincial applicants.
Anutin affirmed the government's seriousness about reform, acknowledging that the bill's passage ultimately depends on approval from both the House and Senate.

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.