The chairman of the Central Committee on Local Officials' Examinations (CCLOE) has requested clarity from the Department of Local Administration regarding the revocation of appointments for 5,924 local officials. He noted the matter is under investigation and revealed that the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior is continuously monitoring the situation.
22 July 2026 GMT+7 Mr. Wanchai Chanporn, chairman of the Central Committee on Local Officials' Examinations (CCLOE), revealed the progress regarding the revocation process of 5,924 local officials' names following the CCLOE's resolution on 17 July 2026, stating that he requests awaiting clarity from the Department of Local Administration, as the verification of the names is still underway.
Regarding the duration of the verification process, Mr. Wanchai said he does not know yet but emphasized the department needs time to conduct the checks. When asked if the incomplete revocation process was a reason for postponing the central committee meeting, Mr. Wanchai said he was unsure, explaining that is under the purview of the ministry and department. He reiterated he is waiting for the department's update.
The reporter asked further, if the revocation summary is completed, will it be presented at the central committee meeting? Mr. Wanchai replied that he must first wait for clarity from the department and is unable to answer at this time. When asked whether the matter must be reported to the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Mr. Wanchai said, the Permanent Secretary is continuously following the case, but he advised waiting for the official statement from him first. ."