Sophon, Speaker of the House, revealed that the date for the no-confidence debate will be set this week. He emphasized that accusations must be straightforward, supported by evidence, and not deceptive insults, focusing on matters occurring within the current government.
At 09:30 on 19 Oct 2026 GMT+7 Mr. Sophon Sarum, Speaker of the House of Representatives, said at the Parliament about the framework for the no-confidence debate. The government wants the debate to be held from 27 to 30 October. Currently, the information reflects various opinions. After the Cabinet notifies the House, a meeting with the three-party whips will be called to discuss and agree on the timeframe. The exact number of days will be decided in consultation among the three parties, with the Speaker acting as mediator. The actual date will likely be set this week. The Speaker assigned Ms. Mallika Jiraphanwanich, the First Deputy Speaker responsible for this matter, to convene the three-party meeting for a prompt agreement to finalize the debate date.
Mr. Sophon added, that the debate involves accusing ministers of failing to perform duties according to the law. The Cabinet must respond to these accusations. He believes disorder will be avoided if all parties strictly follow parliamentary rules. Although accusations may be severe, severity does not mean insults. Accusations of corruption must be backed by evidence. If the House is to be constructive, both sides must make direct, evidence-based accusations and avoid deceptive insults. All parties must behave respectfully. The content of the debate should not include vulgar language or bullying, as society does not want to witness quarrels.
Regarding the collusion case involving senators, it must be determined who the debate targets and whether it concerns events within the current government. The focus should be on issues occurring in the current administration; revisiting unrelated past matters is inappropriate for debate. Initially, it is suggested that debates each day should conclude by midnight, since very late hours reduce public attention.