News Forum - Nightlife venues in “blue zones” want permission to re-open from June 1

[Thaiger]

Thailand’s nightlife venues are demanding to be allowed re-open for business in “blue zone” tourism areas from June 1. According to a Bangkok Post report, the proposal is one of several being submitted to PM Prayut Chan-o-cha today. Sa-nga Ruangwatthanakul from the association of Khao San Road business operators says the proposals are being put forward by over 10 associations representing nightlife and tourism operators in Bangkok and beyond. It’s understood the proposals are expected to go before the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration when it meets tomorrow. According to Sa-nga, the cancellation of Test & Go has led to […]

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[Pompies]

Sadly these proposals will fall in deaf ears because the so called government is opposed to allowing people to have freedom. There is an intertwined relationship between the political situation and the healthcare situation. The pandemic was seized upon as the smokescreen for restrictions that curb public life because the rulers are scared of what will happen if people are set free. The political snake pit, the towering egos of certain politicos, the xenophobic attitudes of the likes of Anutin, and the concern over public demonstrations all flourished over the last two years. Returning freedoms requires removal of the state of emergency, and that ain't going to happen any time soon.

[JJJ]

Just curious — what government officials take lunch between 2pm and 5pm? Have you ever visited a government complex? It’s always 12pm-1pm sharp. 

[MikeW]

It is time to let entertainment venues open in all provinces