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At the very least, after the meeting you should say something along the lines of: "Before signing any contract, we would like go away, read through it carefully and think about it, as it is a big decision to make. We will get back to you with any questions or concerns. Thank you. "

The seasons aren't exact. The wet season here can be shorter or longer from year to year. Sometimes even continuing through to February. Add climate change to that and it is even more variable. Even Spain is getting what are termed "exceptional weather conditions" nowadays. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RbPzCrjG-CA

I would have thought he would have a massive dent in his truck after a hit like that. Fake apology. Difficult to believe the old guy got away with so few injuries. I thought he was a goner when I watched that video.

It all sounds quite illogical to me. ????

Maybe so. But who decides that? And on what criteria? There was hardly any money going into my account, and only utility bills being paid from what was in there and had been there for years. So no suspicious transactions. Getting that email saying something along the lines of, "We are closing your account and you need to tell us where to send the balance. We do not have to give you a reason. This decision is arbitrary and not open to negotiation." caused me a lot of worry and inconvenience. Luckily I had another account to pay it in to. But for someone with only that account, and with bills to pay could be left in real trouble. Especially if living here and the account is back in their home country. I have a friend who has a garage repair shop. Lots of cash payments. Several times he has had banks close accounts in a similar way. Recently had his account suspended. Is still trying to get it reopened. Nothing to do with being a bad man. It's just the banks scared of the massive fines and penalties that might be imposed for any perceived failure to implement money laundering regulations.

I've seen two in the last couple of days. One, I vaguely know the owner. It looks faded to me, not painted over.

I wouldn't be too sure about that.

I agree that it looked deliberate. Especially as didn't stop. The driver had plenty of time to either slow down, stop or swerve, but just continued straight on. Must have been an almighty bang. Even if not paying attention, or high on something, driving off like that makes him or her as guilty as hell. Hopefully the police catch them. I never trust any drivers here when crossing the road. Most of them seem to think the zebra crossings are just painted there to make the road look pretty.

Home Pro have lots of those little books in the paint section. Just ask one of the staff if you can take them away. in the UK they sell mini pots (60ml) of the paint so you can try them on the walls at home. I have not seen them here, but they might be. I doubt you will find a shop with all the walls painted. Far too many different colours. These are the sample tester pots that I am talking about: https://www.littlegreene.eu/paint/sample-pots

As in many countries, plants, fruits, meats and other foodstuffs are prohibited unless irradiated or treated in some way. You would have to check the appropriate Thai regulations. This is to prevent diseases, or introducing invasive foreign species that can upset the natural ecosystems. Foot and Mouth disease in Europe and the spread of the Asian Hornet are two that come to mind as examples.

Been like that in Samui for years. Refuse to use the meter. Also add a service charge.

This guy seems to like incarceration. Hopefully they will keep him imprisoned far longer this time. Until he is too old and incapable of raping or hurting women.

Do you have internet banking with them? Checked your emails in your online account to see if they have emailed you? They recently contacted me via email in my online account to ask me to confirm I still lived in the UK and my domicile. I think they try by that method for three times, then will try calling. It might be something like that, but it might be to do with covering their backsides for money laundering regs

The education system here being what it is, many don't get the opportunity to learn English, and even if they do, the level of teaching is not always that great. I think there was an article here on AN a couple of months ago about a Thai English language teacher, and how she was teaching the students incorrect English.

Tell her to wrap up warm. UK at this time of year can feel very cold for a Thai. Depending on her interests, maybe the Natural History museum (especially the dinosaur skeleton and the Blue Whale), Science Museums, or V and A Museum (fashion history).. Perhaps Kew Gardens. Maybe check out any Farmer's Markets. In fact any markets or shopping malls. Thais, especially the women really seem to miss their home food. I doubt she will have room for presents. Her suitcase will probably be filled with Thai herb, spices and vegetables to cook her own food. So you might want to warn her about what is, and what is not allowed to be brought into the UK. Not a good start if everything confiscated on arrival. Try and find a good authentic Thai restaurant for a night out. HTH.

Netizens go ballistic? Calm down. Maybe go and visit one of the many cannabis joints that are opening. Pun intended.

I have a friend (71 y.o.UK citizen) who is wishing to come and stay in Thailand for three months to give it a try as a longer term option with a future Non O application He is currently here in Thailand, but will return to the UK next week. Plan is to rent a house or apartment, open a bank account etc. I presume he will need to rent the house first in order to have an address to open the bank account. I am not sure which visa would be best for him. Please can anyone advise? Should he just arrive and get VOA and extend? Or better to apply for a single or multiple entry from the embassy in London. Would it be possible to open a bank account with any of these visas nowadays? Many years ago I opened one with a hotel address, but things are much tighter now. TIA

I'm sure this has been asked before, but I can't find it. When bringing in THB800,000 for Non O visa based on retirement, is there anything one needs to do to ensure ease of future repatriation? I know there is an FET certificate, but am I right in thinking that is just for purchasing property? TIA

Both Bumrungrad Hospital and Dr. Donna (Can't remember her clinic,, but you can google "Dr. Donna Bangkok") were both advertising Moderna vaccines a couple of weeks ago. Obviously not free. You could call them, or maybe other hospitals in BKK to see if any still available. Also. I don't know if this is any good, but I saw it on Lazada. https://www.lazada.co.th/products/e-voucher-moderna-i2811791349-s10481541050.html?spm=a2o4m.tm80167383.6075338590.1.3ff1iOgXiOgXRk.3ff1iOgXiOgXRk&priceCompare=skuId%3A10481541050%3Bsource%3Alazada-om%3Bsn%3A259992e2-a3c3-4519-b9b2-32773c7e7c93%3BoriginPrice%3A165000%3BvoucherPrice%3A165000%3Btimestamp%3A1669338080646 I recall, people were selling their Moderna Vouchers on Lazada a while ago, so maybe legit.

I hope she kept her mask on.

Not until next year. When next year? is the question you should be asking. We will just have to wait and see.

As I have said in other posts about this. The government want it for the control it gives them. The banks want it because it saves them a fortune in staff, paying rent for branches etc. Businesses want it because it reduces theft, counting money and other costs. I like the option of having the two systems working alongside each other. I too have been refused a sale due to certain shops being cashless. Both here and in London. I have also managed to negotiate discounts on purchases for cash. To be honest. I don't feel comfortable if I haven't got a bit of spare cash around me for the unexpected. Even landing back in London last week. I wouldn't like to have arrived with just cards and no readies. For those that would like a cashless society, I suppose there is one thing. if it does become reality, they will never see a run on the banks in a crisis.

Until you can't access your money because of a "glitch" in the system. Or the bank or government have locked your account because they think there is something suspicious.. I, and several friends have had bank accounts closed in the last few years by the banks. Never given a reason. Just a message that the bank has decided to close the account. Without cash. How to survive that?

It's taking so long, that submarine hull will have rusted through by the time it is delivered.

Not sure for exit. There are self service channels where one scans their boarding pass. I presume that works for anyone flying out, To be honest, I can't even remember going through a Passport Control when exiting UK last week. only a cursory check of my passport and boarding card. But not at an actual booth. Self service entry is definitely only for UK Nationals. The biggest speed improvement to entering the UK for UK Nationals though seems to be that since Brexit, EU Nationals now have to go through the "Foreigner" channels. I actually found entering Thailand through immigration on Sunday afternoon pretty quick. Collecting baggage was another matter. It took over an hour for my suitcase to come through, so I missed my connecting flight..