Local Officials Committee Chair Awaits Clarity on 5,924 Name Removal

The chairman of Thailand's Local Officials Examination Committee (KSTO) is awaiting clarification from the Department of Local Administration regarding the removal of 5,924 local government employee names, stating the verification process remains underway. On July 22, 2569, Wanchai Janphon, the committee chairman, revealed progress on the name removal process following an earlier KSTO resolution on July 17 to request clarity from the Department of Local Administration, as the name verification is still in progress. When asked about the expected timeline for the review, Janphon said the timeframe is unknown but the department must be allowed time to complete the verification. Regarding whether the incomplete removal process contributed to postponement of the central committee meeting, Janphon stated he is uncertain since that matter falls within the ministry and department's domain, reiterating that the committee is awaiting the department's action. When asked if the completed removal would need to be presented to the central committee meeting, Janphon said he must await the department's clarification first and cannot provide an answer at this time. Regarding whether reporting to the Ministry of Interior's Permanent Secretary is necessary, Janphon noted that the Permanent Secretary is continuously monitoring the situation, but requested to wait for that official's guidance.