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Tourists hit the beach as bars close for early voting
Gary Boyle, Published on 02/02/2026
» Thai and foreign tourists chose to relax on Pattaya beach on Saturday night, when entertainment venues were closed for advance voting on Sunday ahead of the general election the next Sunday.
Restaurants slam new alcohol law
Gary Boyle, Published on 29/12/2025
» The Restaurant Association opposes the new alcohol law requiring restaurant operators to share some responsibility for any issues caused by drunk patrons.
Afternoon alcohol ban lifted, effective immediately
Gary Boyle, Published on 03/12/2025
» Registered outlets can now sell alcoholic beverages during the previously banned period of 2pm to 5pm, with a one hour extension of time for customers in licensed premises at night to finish their drinks.
Afternoon ban on alcohol sales scrapped
Gary Boyle, Published on 14/11/2025
» The National Alcohol Policy Committee has agreed to scrap the long-standing ban on the sale of alcoholic beverages between 2pm and 5pm, citing the need to boost spending during festive seasons.
Thailand to review stiff fines in new booze law
Gary Boyle, Published on 12/11/2025
» A Thai government committee overseeing alcohol policy will meet on Thursday to review new rules that impose harsh fines for drinking during times when sales are prohibited, the government said on Tuesday.
Drinkers face steep fines under new alcohol rules
Published on 10/11/2025
» People in Thailand enjoying an afternoon drink risk large fines from Saturday under amended alcohol control rules that strengthen enforcement.
B10,000 fine for drinking in pubs after hours
Gary Boyle, Published on 18/09/2025
» Customers who continue to drink in pubs after closing time for alcohol sales face fines of up to 10,000 baht from early November, the Department of Provincial Administration has warned.
Tourists smoking and drinking in national park draw anger
Gary Boyle, Published on 28/04/2025
» An online video showing foreign tourists smoking and drinking alcohol on the open waters off Phi Phi Island in Krabi province has drawn widespread public disapproval.
Heat index hits extreme levels
Gary Boyle, Published on 24/04/2025
» Temperatures hit "very dangerous" levels in Phuket on Wednesday and "dangerous" levels in Bangkok and 34 other provinces, and the heatwave was expected to continue into Thursday.
Thailand moves to ease curbs on alcohol
Gary Boyle, Published on 21/03/2025
» The Thai House of Representatives has voted to ease restrictions on alcohol sales and advertising to help tourism.