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Special status sought for Phuket
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 27/04/2024
» The governor of Phuket has proposed designating the island province as a special administrative area to gain more authority over taxation and budget allocation so it can be developed in line with Bangkok and Pattaya in terms of its administrative frameworks.
Phuket court responds to surge in tourist-related cases
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 04/04/2024
» The Phuket Provincial Court will reopen its tourist section to help visitors to the province settle court cases following a recent surge in litigation linked to tourists.
Govt must form PM2.5 panel: TDRI
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 24/03/2024
» A national committee to devise a policy on battling the PM2.5 problem, and an agency to manage the smog are needed to address the nation's air pollution, according to the Thailand Development Research Institute (TDRI).
City council approves B23.4bn for Green Line
Published on 07/02/2024
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Council has approved a budget of up to 23.4 billion baht for payment to Bangkok Mass Transit System Plc (BTSC) for building and operating the second Green Line extension.
Srettha told to combat haze
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 20/01/2024
» The Administrative Court in Chiang Mai has instructed Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and the National Environmental Board (NEB) to put in place measures to combat ultra-fine dust pollution and especially safeguard the health of people in the northern region.
Activists call for a review of drug laws
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 25/12/2023
» Advocates for harm reduction principles have expressed their concerns about Thailand's Narcotics Code, saying it will be challenging to enforce a law against drugs which promotes decriminalisation and harm reduction at the same time.
BMA tightens safety measures for 4am nightlife
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 09/11/2023
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has begun tightening safety measures to ensure nightspots strictly comply with the law and are ready for the government's plan to extend opening hours to 4am.
Govt sees visa policy lifting flights to 1.3m next year
News, Post Reporters, Published on 04/11/2023
» Thailand expects to see over 1.3 million flights next year, following the government's recent announcement of a visa-free policy for Chinese, Kazakh, Indian and Taiwanese tourists, said Deputy Minister of Transport Surapong Piyachote.
Ministry, agencies at odds over drug policy
News, Post Reporters, Published on 02/11/2023
» The Public Health Ministry's plan to re-classify a person possessing less than 10 meth pills as a drug addict instead of a criminal requires a well-rounded discussion before a final decision is made on the issue, said Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin.
Panther-slaying tycoon wins early release
Published on 17/10/2023
» Construction tycoon Premchai Karnasuta was released from prison on Tuesday, seven weeks before the end of his sentence on Dec 7.