Barnet1900

Absolutely. Pathetic.

"Even as a police officer, I was terrified. My blood pressure went up. He was driving as if he meant to crush me. I’m pressing charges and will see this through.” Good luck with that. Welcome to the real world. Happens everyday whilst your lot are nowhere to be seen.

Thais put hazard lights on because they think it means GO STRAIGHT. At a roundabout the car coming onto the circle will assume priority, so everyone copies. Drive on pavements, up hard shoulders, the list goes on and on. Could it be that they don't use their horns because they don't know how to? Noise reduction here is non existent. Neighbours, dogs, music, talking in public....can't see why they'd take offence in a car, especially when they usually know what they're up to. Possibly the fight/flight reaction from the shock.

They can't prevent a bunch of taxi drivers holding the airport hostage (if the choose to) so good luck fighting an army.

Never ceases to amaze me how they can't navigate a safe space to move away. I hated mini roundabouts when they were introduced at home but people soon learnt and fell into line. No chance here after all these years still. Shut your eyes and hope comes to mind.

Yep, drove home today, past 3 chaps fixing cables on ladders in the dark. Easily run into those ladders and down falls the unfortunate chap.

Sounds like some interesting stories to be told. Be great to hear some Thai perspectives on that era.

That you can't.

Stunning buddy. You're a lucky chap

I love this thread. Fantastic idea whoever thought it up Personally, my favourites are rice fields or the BKK cityscape at sunset.

That looks like Wonglamat. I love those big balconies.

Probably. Personal thing with me. Sunglasses, wallet, keys...always manage to leave them and walk off. Phone, for some reason it is like another limb. I'm constantly aware of where it is. If it's not on me somewhere something kicks in.

It's often the customers using the points cards rather than paying by phone that take longer. Apart from the odd shop whose QR code takes forever to scan, paying by QR is very simple. I never carry cash anymore but that's because I'm always losing my wallet so I don't carry one. It doesn't suit everyone but it works for me. Cardless withdrawals also appeal. The only place where I need cash to pay is 7-11 and passing them by because of this actually saves me a bit of cash each day.

King of kings on this forum. Getting that way too. I enjoy a debate or bit of banter but there are the sad, little losers with nothing better to do than become human click bait. Saying that, still a great place to get information and advice about living here. Just have to try and get in and out before the minority wake up or come in from their morning stroll.

BS..another carefully chosen insult. Nice one. You really do have an overinflated ego Richard. If someone dares to disagree with you the insults and patronising taunts appear. Why do you need me to PM you the name? Go back to this story and you'll see which one I'm talking about. There's always the possibility that you don't know every school in Thailand isn't there? In this case you clearly don't. I call BS on that statement... The richest, most affluent schools in the country... and then you exclude 'actual rich and affluent schools' (Int'l schools) and restrict to Thai Government schools... OK, we'll go with that. International schools were not excluded, you added them to the mix which never had those as the focal point. The debate was rich v poor THAI schools, therefore international schools are irrelevant. That's my point. Quote me where I said THAI GOVERNMENT SCHOOLS. As a rule, rich Thais don't go to government schools and the ones I have referred to are the high-end Thai schools NOT government. I am not referring to government schools. Are you saying that it only occurs in Thai government schools? That's the crux here. ONLY GOVERNMENT schools? Wealthy, Powerful, Affluent families will not tolerate their children 'having buckets kicked out of them' by any teacher.... in any school... particularly as a matter of policy... (which is also against the law). All? Is that not yet another huge generalisation? The school I'm referring to is full of the like, corporal punishment happens on a daily basis and it's not a government school. It's a very expensive, highly regarded institute that has a massive reputation here. No, you haven't stated it... you are refusing to state it... PM me the school - we may find that its not quite as 'affluent' as you are making out and the students who 'have buckets kicked out of them' by teachers are not from Wealthy, powerful or affluent families... The teachers wouldn't dare I am not refusing, I'm simply not publicly naming a Thai institute that could easily take offense at being named in a public forum. That'd be stupid but then again, ridiculous, naive, bs...so I may as well... right Richard? How would you know the wealth and status of nearly 5000 kids? Who are you to act as judge and jury just because you have a different opinion? The teachers don't dare? I've stated that I witnessed this behaviour on a daily basis for nearly a decade. As you've now said I'm a BS'er I'm interested to hear you say I'm lying therefore. My view is based on the experience I had from being around a high-end, private, Thai school where hitting kids and humiliation was a frequent occurrence. It wasn't a government school. It was very expensive and full of wealthy Thai children from affluent families. There would be no way in the world that the families had no knowledge of this. It happened. If you have the gravitas to proceed with respect, rather than continue to hurl abuse, maybe agree to disagree. I stand by my argument that it's not only Thai government schools that hit kids. It happens in those with rich families also. If you disagree, fair enough. Leave it at that.

Please read the entirety of my post. I have stated that I shall not be mentioning the name. I have given a few clues as to which one it is. Think outside Bkk, not too far mind. It is a Thai school or name that any Thai worldwide will recognise. Very good at football, many of the school's alumni are from exceptionally affluent backgrounds. This school, as does it's partners in other provinces, all have corporal punishment as part of it's policy. 10 years of experience makes it a fact not opinion. Google top 20 non-international schools in Thailand and it comes up around 3 or 4. Not that it's relevant. I said "some" not all. That is not a sweeping generalisation. Please read more carefully. I am not ignoring anything, you have included parameters outside of the original argument to suit your side. Military schools and internationals were nowhere near this thread. You added them. The debate is about Thai schools and those between rich and poor. Not international because everyone knows it does not happen there. Nobody said military because...well.. I've no idea why you brought that up. You know some parents...not all...so there's a generalisation on your behalf. This quote. & Rich families do not send their kids to Thai schools... 'as generalisations stand' they send them to the top tier international schools. No they certainly do not. Where are the statistics to back this up? Some do but many still see the top Thai names as a means of securing a path towards Jula, Mahidol, and other leading Thai universities. Alternatively they see the networking route the schools offer as a means of securing the child's future. Some Thai families take their children out of international schools around year 5 or 6 and educate them in a Thai school in order to improve their Thai language and ensure they are prepared for universities here. I'll make it simple, so you comprehend my side clearly. Original debate. Only poor Thai schools or areas of social degradation hit kids. Notice the lack of international in there. No, all over Thailand, school staff hit kids. "Some" not "all" affluent Thai schools with strong reputations and those regarded highly amongst the elite do hit kids and have disciplinary procedures in place that involve hitting kids. Again...notice the word Thai schools not international. My only point is this (below). If you wish to debate it go for it, but stop adding things I have not said nor brought up. Hitting kids in Thai schools is not restricted to poor ones or those for poor families. It's not restricted to Isan as previously mentioned or people who come from the North East to work in other provinces. It happens all over Thailand including some of the high-end rollers too.

So do I and you, not I can say this for all of these schools. Likewise, I have first-hand experience that proves this theory completely wrong. It does happen. It's always happened. It continues to happen. Why do you revert to personal insults? Naive because I don't agree with you. Ridiculous because I don't agree with you. I am not referring to military academies as well you know. I have stated the school I am referring to. It is prestigious by Thai standards, full of rich Thai kids, and it had a disciplinary policy that involves teachers hitting kids. According to the rules, the disciplinarian should be the allocated staff member to hit the kids but other Thai teachers also did it which I witnessed on a frequent basis. The disciplinarian would hit kids everyday and throughout the day. The parents know exactly what happens and do not contend it. Have you considered why the headlines are restricted to poorer schools? Perhaps because the richer ones cannot be challenged or criticised. Just to make myself clear so you understand my point. My original reply was in argument against: a. Hitting kids in schools is restricted to Isan or poorer schools. My response was that: This happens all over Thailand and does happen in the better, affluent schools also. Move on

Your reply has nothing to do with my reply. I mentioned this behaviour happening at a very affluent school full of rich families with a long history of power and influence. It is accepted there, it happens, it's very real. You can quote hundreds of cases all over Thailand but make sure you understand my point....not only those schools but the affluent ones also. My argument is based on facts and experience not media outlet reports. I'm not including international schools as they weren't part of this debate. You conveniently added those. My debate is as follows: Is corporal punishment restricted to poor Thai schools in certain regions? No it is not. Does it happen in other affluent Thai schools? Yes. That's my point. Please stick to the debate and consider that argument only without diverting the argument for your own benefit.

My post is arguing the point made previously in which people said that this abuse is linked to certain demographics of Thailand, Isan and not Bangkok. My reply was that it happens all over Thailand and is not secluded to the poorer regions or schools. The confusion you've added is bringing international schools into the mix. That comparison has never been mentioned and does not fit here. International schools are entirely different to any Thai school and can't be considered in this debate. In response to the post I picked up on, not only government or poorer Thai schools hit children, the higher-tier Thai schools do also, and not only in Isan. Again, you can do some research and you'll find that parents know full well how discipline is handled in these schools and always have. 100pc certain.

The same school that had an issue with a group of kids punishing another student and posting it online. I wonder what makes them think violence, bullying and public humiliation is the way to go. Wonder why the same school didn't assist the victim as much as they did clearing their own name and those if the bullies. Did it stop the teachers hitting or humiliating kids any further? You bet it didn't. Still going through the exact same policy.

How's it ridiculous? I have 100pc certainly on my side that it happens. If it's so ridiculous, go ask a Thai national if the big affluent schools invoke corporal punishment. I'm also certain you'll feel ridiculous. Alternatively, let's hear your proof that it doesn't happen. I can't name names on here for obvious reasons but check, probably the most famous Thai school here, and check their policies on disciplinary measures. I can assure you from experience that they punish children physically and mentally. No parents complain because it's always been their way. If that's not enough, you can PM me and I'll happily share all the details. The only condition being that you return to the thread and correct yourself. If you think that they do it on a daily basis without the parent's knowledge or consent ...well...

Takes place all over Thailand. Anyone thinking that beating children is a class thing need their heads testing. Some of the richest, most affluent schools in the country kick buckets out of kids and with the parent's blessing in advance.

I feel safer with this protest hand. I wonder if the military are hard enough to keep the taxi scum from holding the country to ransom. They've been given notice so let's hope so.

What? How does a child (check the size of your hand against his/her face) deserve a "good" beating? How's a "good" beating different to a bad one? How can any positive adjective be aligned with the word beating? A paedo, rapist, burglar...they deserve a beating but a kid for Christ's sake! The argument for/against hitting kids stops instantly upon reviewing your size to theirs. Anybody who hits children deserves a "good beating" themselves. Sick cowards who can't control their emotions. Remember this, it will stand you in good stead, the only person capable of making me angry, is myself.

Yep, agree entirely. Anybody believing the official tripe they give out is naive. This is to grease palms only. They get bribed off then keep quiet until the next need for greed. Why anybody would invest money or do business in Thailand needs their head tested.