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Somchai accepts sacking, but says he is now free to speak out

March 21, 2018

SACKED Election Commission (EC) member Somchai Srisuthiyakorn, once seen as an ally of the junta, has accepted his termination completely and is not planning to appeal it. However, he has also signalled that he is now free to comment more broadly on politics.

EC ‘can’t give political parties extra time to organise’

November 01, 2017

The Election Commission (EC) on Wednesday made it clear that the agency had no authority to give extra time to political parties to make arrangements to fit with the new regulations. This follows a refusal by the junta to loosen its grip and allow political activities.

EC member urges junta to ease ban on political gatherings immediately after organic law is enacted

MONDAY, JUNE 19, 2017

An election commissioner yesterday suggested the ruling junta should loosen its ban on political assembly to allow parties to work and fulfill requirements under the new law on political parties.

NLA takes cautious approach over independent agencies

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

THE NATIONAL Legislative Assembly (NLA) would be cautious when dealing with the issue of restructuring independent agencies via new organic laws, its vice president Surachai Liengboonlertchai said.

The New Ballot Box is Durable

TUESDAY, AUGUST 02, 2016

Somchai Srisuthiyakorn demonstrates the durability of the new ballot box made from plastic, saying it is very durable and can be used up to ten years.

TV show to include charter critics

MONDAY, JULY 18, 2016

Critics will be allowed to appear on a new TV show about the charter draft, Election Commissioner (EC) Somchai Srisuthiyakorn said on Monday.