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Yes, it is classed as a benefit. Yes, at some point in the future, receiving the state pension will be means tested. The questions are: 1) When? 2) Under what criteria? It is NOT rubbish! The country is broke. Funds for pensions will run out. After paying in for 38 years already (and no end in sight), I, and many will be angry if a UK government does this. Watch the videos below for a warning of what may happen and why....

Sorry I can't answer your question. All the towels, Egyptian cotton bed linens, duvets, and pillows in my Bangkok condo were brought from the UK (John Lewis and Soak&Sleep). I just couldn't find the quality in Thailand. Not even in Central.

Technically Northern Irish. Not British.

Very good advice. Clearly the OP cares deeply for his child. Once the child has gone to Thailand it could be extremly difficult for him to do as planned above. It needs to be formalised in the family court in the UK at least. Right now, I would be securing the child's passport and birth certificate/s (UK and Thai) in order to slow any flight out of the country. Then consult the men's support group for their advice. The child will certainly have a better education and future in the UK. Thankfully this was a not a dilema for me as my son was already in a good UK school at age 11. I still suffered the parental alienation and denied visitation though. If things are cordial now then expect that to change if/when the OP gets another girlfriend/partner. Best to keep that quiet.

All six in one room? No mention of whether it was a suite or apartment or adjoing rooms. Tragic ending.

I'm British and can tell you that if I was in that carriage, the situation would have escalated. No way for any man to talk to a lady (or a man - would he have said same to a foreign man?). We are blessed in Thailand that the society is almost always polite and considerate. This foreign <deleted> does not deserve to be in Thailand.

My GF is flying from Bangkok to London next month. For this trip I booked her in EVA (R/T was 35,500 THB) as THAI was a lot more at over 50,000 THB. However, whilst THAI allow seat selection on purchase for free (not exit row seats though), EVA want 2,025 EACH-WAY just to select a Standard seat in advance - that's not a preferred or extra leg room seat! This will be her first time with EVA, so will be interesting to hear what she says how they compare againt THAI and Singapore Airlines.

Thanks. That is very helpful and useful to know. I will try that route for next renewal. Last time, I did the online course twice. Once using PP number and secondly using Pink Card number just to be sure. Rather than wasting 2 hours, I setup a second laptop on my desk and ran the tests on that whilst doing other work on my main laptop.

I've been using Chatuchak DLT since 2017. Always go to Dr Lamduan clinic who is very efficient. Never waited more than 15 minutes. Be advised, if you got your DL using passport number rather than PinkID card then Chatuchak will not accept yellow book - they want letter from embassy or immigration. This is my experience at that office. I now go elsewhere as cannot get letter from embassy anymore (UK stopped it in December 2022) and I rarely ever stay 90 days in Thailand due to travel and business (so don't file 90 day report which is a requirement for residency letter from immigration). I do the online course and print the QR code - Thais like hard copies of documents!

Err not British. Blame the Australians for eggs on burgers.

Fentanyl is a tragedy. Seems to be targeted on the USA by supply of precursor chemicals to Central America/Mexico for production and then delivery of the finished product to the USA. Quite different to a bit of Weed/Ganja/Marijuana sold in Thailand "dispensaries". Of course, Thailand has it's issues with import/sale of Yaa Baa and Yaa Ice but no stories of major Fentanyl problems in Thailand so far. Peter Santenello, a US docujournalist has done many reports on the effects of Fentanyl in communities in the USA.

Have you read the rules on Spain's visa/entry requirements for Thais? IIRC, they will want to see a "long stay/settlement" visa for the UK if applying in the UK, otherwise must be done in home country. At least it was this way some years ago when I wanted a tourist visa to Italy for my Thai wife. For Turkey, Thais don't need a visa to visit as a tourist.

This in addition to how many other extension of stay forms with name, address etc.? Given that they already will have a bank letter, statement and quite possibly a full copy of bankbook, they know how much money the applicant has on the day of extension. The Thais just love their paperwork, copies and multiple signatures.

I use both Bolt and Grab in Thailand. Most drivers are on both apps. I find it easier to get a car on Grab as the fares are higher. I beleive, and could be wrong, that drivers prefer taking bookings on Grab as they earn more. Nowadays I avoid the options that will get me a driver in a regular meter taxi - a driver, even in a private Yaris, is always better in my experience. The lady driver option is something we use when my gf is on her own or we are both travelling together. I use motorsi a lot when in Pattaya and find Bolt has more reiders. Grab also works very well for TukTuks in Phnom Penh when we are there.

I agree with @OneMoreFarang. It really depends on the power of the computer, namely processing power needed and graphics card (if that is used in the farming game) regardless of whether monitor is on or not. I'm currently in the UK and just moved to a new flat. Got a "smart meter" installed. Really useful to see what appliances use most power. Laptops and chargers hardly use any.

Maybe he thought the statute of limitations had passed.

Not at all hilarious. With WW3 about to break out, I am packing my Go Bag tomorrow. Passport, cash, documents, clothes and anything needed to remain alive in Thailand. Anyone sensible should have a plan. Better to be in SE Asia than in Europe. If things escalate, I'll on on the next plane to Bangkok. Hopefully before thermonuclear war commences.

Not yet been to the new terminal so not sure of the arrangements. Maybe someone else here can advise.

I'd like to think that. 555 She never say's "por laew - enough" like others did. I think her most with me is 9 times. Can always tell when shes climaxing as her back gets sweaty. 555 She's unbelievable and just one reason we get on so well. I feel blessed with her. Caring and compassionate too.

I always get a multi re-entry permit at Suvarnabhumi. Print, complete the form and add the picture in advance. Never waited more than 5 minutes to get processed at the airport. Very easy and nice staff.

I use Viagra (50mg) and it takes a while to finish, not that I have a problem with that. I'm not worried about me, I want my GF to enjoy and enjoy. She gets off many times and I love it. Helps her sleep better. I'm 57 and she's 44 and sexy A.F. I think I've only ever failed to finsish on one occasion due to being totally <deleted>faced after a long night of partying. Morning is always good to continue!

About 90% of braking power/effect and 100% of steering is done on the front tires. After several million miles, and always putting new tires on the front, I will continue to do so. I would suggest, as a mechanic and professional driver, that steering and braking has the most serious consequences on control of a vehicle.

I just tell them that I am NOT a tourist...

Sad way to die for those desperate to provide a life for themselves/families. RIP. The Thai Health and Safety executive should be investigating with view to criminal charges for the business owners and managers. Is there such a thing as Health and Safety in Thailand?