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Road accidents killed 287 people during Songkran
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 18/04/2024
» There were 287 fatalities and 2,060 injuries in traffic accidents during the government's road safety campaign week for the Songkran festival, according to Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul.
Groups urge govt to scrap 4am opening
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 05/12/2023
» Temperance groups and road safety advocates are urging the government to rethink its plan to allow bars, clubs and other entertainment venues to operate until 4am, saying authorities have not taken the necessary precautions to prevent alcohol-related accidents.
Fund helps youth enjoy bright future
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 31/07/2023
» Chainarong Maneewong, 23, intends to pursue a career in teaching after completing his university education thanks to a scholarship he received from the Bangkok Post Foundation.
Move Forward slams holiday booze ban
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 05/06/2023
» The ban on the sales of alcoholic beverages during Buddhist holidays has sparked a heated debate between advocates and critics of the law -- including the Move Forward Party, which is campaigning for the end of the ban.
317 died in 2,440 road accidents in New Year's week
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 05/01/2023
» During the government's week-long campaign for road safety during the New Year holiday, 317 people were killed and 2,437 others injured in 2,440 traffic accidents across the country.
Holiday road toll wrap: 333 killed, 2,672 injured
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 05/01/2022
» A total of 333 people lost their lives and 2,672 were injured in 2,707 road accidents nationwide during the seven deadly days of the New Year holiday, Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Department director-general Boontham Letsukheekasem said on Wednesday.
277 killed in crashes over Songkran break
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 18/04/2021
» A total of 277 people were killed and 2,357 injured in almost 2,400 road accidents over this year's Songkran holiday period, with drink-driving involved in over a third of crashes reported this year, traffic officials said yesterday.
Traffic check boost as break ends
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 17/04/2021
» Authorities are ramping up measures to prevent road accidents this weekend as the Songkran holiday draws to an end and holidaymakers return home, says Boontham Lertsukekasem, the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) director-general.
Songkran toll better on every measure
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 16/04/2021
» The Songkran road death toll has risen to 192 after dozens of people lost their lives on Wednesday.
BMA proposes 50kph city speed limit law
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 27/07/2017
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has proposed a new speed limit law of 50kph in the capital to ensure road safety.