People’s Party Addresses Allegations of Proxy Voting in Bangkok Council

Sirikanya Tansakun, a list MP and deputy leader of the People’s Party, has publicly addressed allegations regarding the conduct of party members serving on the Bangkok Metropolitan Council (BMC). The controversy stems from observations made by a Democrat Party council member, who suggested that People’s Party representatives may have engaged in 'proxy voting'—the act of inserting another member's identification card to cast a vote on their behalf—during a recent council meeting.

In response to these claims, Sirikanya stated that the party is fully prepared to cooperate with any formal investigation into the matter. She emphasized that the party intends to ensure transparency and accountability regarding the conduct of its members in local government.

For residents and expatriates in Bangkok, this development highlights ongoing scrutiny within the city's legislative body. While the BMC primarily manages municipal affairs such as urban planning, waste management, and local infrastructure, allegations of procedural misconduct can impact the perceived integrity of local governance. At this stage, the investigation is in its preliminary phase. It remains to be confirmed whether the alleged proxy voting occurred as described and what, if any, disciplinary or legal consequences the involved council members might face. The public is currently awaiting further updates from the official inquiry process.