NLA resolves to proceed with impeachment case against Somsak, Nikom
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The National Legislative Assembly voted 87 to 75 to accept an impeachment case against former Parliament president Somsak Kiatsuranon and his deputy Nikom Wairatpanich over alleged constitutional offences.
Fifteen other NLA members abstained.
After deliberation, the NLA decided it had authority to go ahead with the impeachment process.
The NLA began a meeting at 10 am Thursday to consider whether it had the authority to proceed with the case. After a brief debate, the NLA voted 96 to 75 to hold the deliberation in camera. One NLA member stained. The closed-door meeting started at 10:45 am.
