Thanadet Clarifies Budget Vote Mismatch, Blimes System
MP Thanadet Pengsuk clarifies his vote on the FY 2027 Budget Bill on Sep 10, 2026, affirming his loyalty to the People's Party.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
- MP Thanadet Pengsuk addresses the 2027 Budget Bill voting issue
- Confirms voting against the bill following party resolution on Sep 10
- Points to a technical glitch where attendance was logged but not the vote
- Reiterates firm stance against party switching and betraying public trust
On September 12, 2026, Lt. Thanadet Pengsuk, a Bangkok Member of Parliament representing the People's Party, came forward to clarify the voting process regarding the fiscal year 2027 Budget Bill during its third reading, which has drawn significant public attention in Thai politics.
Lt. Thanadet detailed that the voting procedure on that specific day consisted of two main steps: logging attendance and casting the vote. He confirmed that he was present inside the parliamentary chamber on September 10 and successfully completed both steps by registering his attendance and voting 'disagree' with the Budget Bill, fully aligning with the People's Party resolution.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
However, the discrepancy arose when reviewing the recorded voting data afterward. While the system accurately registered his attendance, it failed to record his actual vote. Lt. Thanadet noted that this issue was likely caused by a technical error or malfunction within the parliamentary voting recording system.
Technical glitches in parliamentary voting systems are sensitive issues that can occasionally occur, impacting how legislators' stances are publicly perceived, especially on critical legislation like the annual budget. Prompt clarifications by lawmakers help prevent misunderstandings and maintain transparency with constituents and political allies alike.
The Bangkok MP further emphasized that throughout the deliberation of the Budget Bill starting from the second reading, he has performed his duties to the absolute best of his ability. He firmly reassured the public that he has no intention of switching political parties or betraying the trust placed in him by his voters.
Finally, Lt. Thanadet confirmed that he has already formally reported and clarified the factual details of this technical incident to the People's Party leadership to ensure complete transparency and prevent any confusion regarding the party's collective stance.
Source: Khaosod Politics
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