In a tactical move, Move Forward party sacks Padipat

[webfact]

 

The opposition Move Forward party on Thursday expelled one of its key members Padipat Suntiphada, paving the way for him to retain his post as a deputy House speaker under a new political banner.

 

The decision, which was announced in a statement issued late Thursday night, is seen as a calculated move by the opposition party to strengthen its legislative role.

 

Padipat, who was appointed deputy House speaker in early July, has 30 days to switch to a new political party to keep his MP status. At least two opposition political parties have indicated that they are ready to welcome the 42-year-old politician.

 

Top picture: Deputy House speaker Padipat Santiphada

 

Full story: Thai PBS 2023-09-29

 

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[Crossy]

17 minutes ago, webfact said:

acceptance of the delivery of the 12 billion baht new parliament building is transparent.

 

Have they fixed the roof yet?

 

 

[retarius]

I'm not sure I like this trickery in Government. 

[Purdey]

Yet, if he changes parties, is he still supposed to be loyal to Move Forward?