End of Term, Waving Goodbye The “Special Senate Members (Senators) 250”, transitional provision of the 2017 Constitution (Constitution) sets a term of 5 years, which makes it possible to start accepting applications for election. A new set of senators will assume their duties by being self-selected from among people with knowledge, experience, professions, characteristics or common interests in 20 professional fields.
It is considered a method. “The election of senators includes many new rules.” As a result, many parties are concerned about injustice. Therefore, the Thai Journalists Association organized a seminar on the topic. “Choose the New Senate Rules. Who Wins and Who Loses?” In this case Professor Dr Parinya Devanarumedkul Faculty of Law, Thammasat University said
According to the timeline, the term of the old senators ended on May 10, 2024. Applications are now open. A new senator on May 13. Applications to enter the district level examination are scheduled on June 9, provincial level on June 16 and national level on June 26. Voted 6 times out of 20 professions.
But in the meantime, the “old senators” will continue to serve until they are replaced by new senators. But on July 2, 2024, “Can the Election Commission declare the names by the number of applicants or not?” This time there will be 100,000 people. When there are so many candidates, it is believed that there will be so many objections and complaints that the Election Commission will not be able to announce the names on time.
But one thing the Election Commission can immediately do is record the images and sounds as evidence. And make it public information to see “no irregularities in the election” and the media can monitor and broadcast from the district level where the public participates in the investigation. The Election Commission should make changes so that the candidates know each other about the restrictions on the candidates' rights.
Specifically “Introducing the Applicant” Notified in the Royal Gazette on 27 April 2024 “Item 5: Candidates elect Senators may introduce themselves only when this regulation is effective. causes the understanding that “ban” Effective from April 26, 2024, it specifically prohibits introducing oneself in radio, television and print media. or giving interviews to the media
They are allowed to introduce themselves only on A4 paper, not exceeding 2 pages, and are also prohibited from presenting them in selected places. This will cause problems in the exam. Provincial-level senators who passed the cross-draw lottery, 4 lines from 20 professions, applicants may not know each person's qualifications.
Next, Item 8: Candidates can introduce themselves electronically. “This point is not limited to introducing you to electronic means.” But if someone explains to allow the applicant to do it electronically only, it is considered “False Intention” Because you may not be able to introduce yourself by talking to anyone.
Key ingredients “Election Commission (EC)” Instead, Section 36 of the Senators Acquisition Act (Constitution) states that candidates may formally introduce themselves. And the conditions laid down by the Committee show that the Royal Thai Armed Forces Act confers power on the Election Commission to declare.
“Whoever interprets this matter is presumed to have no understanding of the Constitution because the Constitution is above the Emergency Ordinance.”
As in Article 26, the enactment of laws restricting individual rights and freedoms must be subject to conditions. Constitution and laws should not violate the rule of law, should not increase the burden or limit the rights and freedoms more than reasonable, “Is the restriction to introduce you personally on an A4 sheet too much?” Restricting rights beyond reason.
Therefore, the Election Commission cannot issue any kind of regulation and implement Section 36 of the Act, as such action cannot actually be unconstitutional or inconsistent with the Constitution. “The emergency order does not give any authority. Election Commission prohibits” candidates may introduce themselves as planned. I mean, it's a convenient thing for people who don't know each other to treat each other as professional groups, but the EC got it all wrong and banned it.
When creating difficult situations “Can't Introduce Me” The winner becomes the person who does not need to introduce himself and someone chooses him.
next “Inducing people to apply for property is a criminal offence.” But the call to apply for senators who are not motivated by money does not violate any clause. As far as punishment is concerned, the Election Commission cannot arbitrarily declare that candidates who commit offenses shall be liable to imprisonment for 1 year or a fine of 20,000 baht or disqualification for 5 years. Because it is not a legislative branch, but only empowered to issue legislative regulations.
This is why, according to the law, “Can the Election Commission go back and fix the existing rules and add new sections so that the candidates know each other?” “By creating a database on the website” for candidates to refer each other. Because if there is a complaint in the administrative court, problems may arise later. Also, this regulation does not mention anything about banning hua.
Therefore, the Election Commission should take action “Payers better apply.” Coercing people without paying or having an incentive to receive benefits is no longer a criminal offense “it's a right,” but now there are regulations. And the working guidelines have been problematic for the Election Commission.
So, be sure that July 2, 2024 will be full of issues. The Election Commission cannot announce new senators. As each region can submit a legal objection petition to the Election Commission within 3 days, any mistake at the district level will also mislead those entering at the provincial level. Want to start a new step?
Now the observer must be included The Election Commission issues regulations such as groups of media certified by the Association of Journalists. Including the tape recording should be public. It can be opened upon request. Or you can go directly to the website for any district.
as well as “Ratchapong Jamjirasayakun” Representative of iLaw He said that this regulation is an opportunity for various confusions. Or in the case of model introductory steps if the applicant is an artist by profession “cross-examination” and the government officials know the applicants each other? Therefore, many people don't want to take this exam because the rules are vague.
Until the selection process was simulated, it was found that influential people could lead the selected population. Or you have to be popular to stand a chance of being selected. Or the person who gets selected should be very lucky. Therefore, we have opened a website for those interested in checking information on the qualifications to apply for the Senate and tried to correct the hoax so that there are no winners.
In addition, the case “The Election Commission said they are only introducing themselves to the candidates.” One question remains: How can applicants know who is a candidate in each district? Does this encourage candidates who know each other to lead to the fog? Although there should be general introduction. So how can a candidate win against an advocate?
when Seri Suwannaphon, Senator, Chairman, Committee on Political Development and Public Participation, Senate He said electing senators was a different rule than electing MPs or senators, with the constitution specifying that “representatives of the Thai people” should be elected. Complete the selection process as planned.
By organizing and fixing it. “Good, talented, new people should be created” Come to fulfill the legal obligations and the rules of the country when it comes to hazing, there is a chance. “But not all.” There may be some groups that know each other.
“Electing senators should consider the reality of politics. And the process of receiving the Senate came to allow the representatives of the people to choose candidates from among themselves. I believe that if the reputation is not good, no one will choose it. So anyone entering at any level should be familiar. And a person who does good will enter the temple. Be a social caregiver This group is what gets the points,” Cheri said.
But it was always said in committee “Getting New Senators” Everyone wants to see honesty. He quickly won with the understanding that “the Electoral Commission first certifies and then acts” because new senators should assume duties but existing senators should be independent, he asked people not to campaign to amend the constitution. person “Don't do bad things.” I have always adhered to it
As for the applicants “Application fee 2,500 baht” Never thought that millions would apply. Because people with money don't want to apply. “Fear of being complained about” results may be incomplete at district level and industry level. For candidates who have more of themselves, this is likely to happen in the first round. When it comes to cross-selection, people who spend money to select others can only select in one round.
This is “Voices of Public Sector, Academics and Representatives of Political Parties” Those who don't want to choose this senate is created in secret out of public view. “To the extent of lack of transparency” It becomes an easy loophole for corruption. Because the consequences will further reduce trust. And trust in political institutions increases…
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