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Anutin stands firm on iLaw suit over poll claims
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Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has insisted he will not withdraw a defamation lawsuit against iLaw director Yingcheep Atchanont over allegations linked to the 2024 Senate election, saying legal action is the right of those affected.
Key facts
- Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has insisted he will not withdraw a defamation lawsuit against iLaw director Yingcheep Atchanont over allegations linked to the 2024 Senate election, saying legal action is the right of those affected.
- Speaking at Government House on Thursday, Mr Anutin rejected calls from the opposition for him to show leniency towards Mr Yingcheep, who urged the Bhumjaithai Party to reconsider the lawsuit over iLaw's presentation of information
- Mr Anutin said the case was a personal matter for those who believe they had been unfairly accused, adding that Bhumjaithai members could decide individually whether to pursue legal action.
- PM's Office Minister Paradorn Prissananantakul said the decision to sue rested with Bhumjaithai, adding that he believed Mr Yingcheep should have considered the impact of publishing the allegations.
Summary
Speaking at Government House on Thursday, Mr Anutin rejected calls from the opposition for him to show leniency towards Mr Yingcheep, who urged the Bhumjaithai Party to reconsider the lawsuit over iLaw's presentation of information concerning alleged manipulation of the Senate election.
Mr Anutin said the case was a personal matter for those who believe they had been unfairly accused, adding that Bhumjaithai members could decide individually whether to pursue legal action.