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Chadchart Moves to Regulate LED Sign Light Pollution
Published on 29/07/2025
» Bangkok, July 29, 2025 – Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has proposed a draft regulation to control lighting from electric signs with integrated LED systems, aiming to improve residents’ quality of life and address increasing complaints over excessive light emissions in the city.
Honours fit for a King at milestone age
News, Published on 28/07/2025
» The year 2025 marks the occasion of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua reaching 26,469 days of age on Jan 14 -- a symbolic milestone that matches the lifespan of King Rama I, the founding monarch of the Chakri Dynasty, at the time of his death.
Train feeder study gets green light
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 26/07/2025
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Council has approved a study on the feasibility of launching a feeder service network to enhance commuter access to the city's main electric rail systems.
Bangkok council chief 'preparing to resign'
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 24/07/2025
» Surachit Phongsinghvitaya, president of the Bangkok Metropolitan Council (BMC), is preparing to submit his resignation, effective July 29, according to sources.
Bangkok and Shanghai Renew MoU for Urban Progress
Published on 11/07/2025
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Council (BMC) and the Shanghai Municipal People’s Congress have renewed their memorandum of understanding (MoU) to further strengthen cooperation on human and urban development.
Billboards to be dulled to protect drivers
News, Published on 04/07/2025
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Council has approved in principle a draft regulation to control the brightness of illuminated billboards to protect public health and safety, particularly for drivers.
New rules to tone down too-bright Bangkok billboards
Post Reporters, Published on 03/07/2025
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Council has approved a draft regulation to control the intensity of light from illuminated billboards to protect people’s eyes.
Leadership motion sparks turmoil in Bangkok council
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 03/07/2025
» A Bangkok Metropolitan Council (BMC) meeting descended into chaos on Wednesdsay after 25 council members submitted a motion to elect a new council chairman, challenging the current leadership of Surachit Phongsingwittaya.
Green Line study to be released before August
News, Post Reporters, Published on 24/06/2025
» The Thailand Consumers Council (TCC) is set to release a comprehensive study exploring four potential operational models for the Green Line after its concession expires in 2029, a move aimed at sustaining the 20-baht flat fare policy.
Failed city council candidate, associates accused of vape trafficking
Online Reporters, Published on 10/06/2025
» The Thon Buri Criminal Court has approved arrest warrants for a former Bangkok city council candidate and three associates in connection with a major e-cigarette trafficking network in the Thon Buri area.