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6 hours ago, johng said:
I'm hoping for 70 - 90 baht to the pound soon ????
Hi me to > But im afraid we will have to wish in one hand and <deleted> in the other and see which gets full first. lol.????
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WHY are our British Old age State Pensions Frozen the date we leave the UK??. While they are updated in Countries like the Philippines, USA, and others ??.
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8 hours ago, webfact said:
Thai cabinet backs bill allowing same-sex unions
By Patpicha Tanakasempipat
FILE PHOTO: Thai LGBT community participates in Gay Freedom Day Parade in Bangkok, Thailand November 29, 2018. REUTERS/Soe Zeya Tun
BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thailand's cabinet approved a civil partnership bill on Wednesday that would recognise same-sex unions with almost the same legal rights as married couples, in one of the most liberal moves yet for a largely conservative nation known for its tolerance.
If passed by parliament, the legislation would make Thailand only the second place in Asia to allow registration of same-sex unions, with couples able to adopt a child and afforded rights to inheritance and joint property ownership.
"The Civil Partnership Bill is an important step for Thai society in promoting equal rights and supporting the rights of same-sex couples to build families and live as partners," Ratchada Thanadirek, a deputy government spokeswoman, wrote on Facebook.
The bill, however, stipulates that one party in a same-sex union must be Thai.
A largely conservative Buddhist society, Thailand has a reputation for openness and free-wheeling attitudes.
It has long been a draw for same-sex couples, with a vibrant lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender social scene for locals and expatriates, and targeted campaigns to attract LGBT travellers.
The bill was introduced in 2018 but the previous legislature was unable to pass it before last year's election.
Taiwan last year became the first place in Asia to legalize same-sex marriage. Vietnam has decriminalised same-sex weddings but does not recognise unions of the same sex.
Kittinan Daramadhaj, president of Rainbow Sky Association of Thailand, said the bill essentially allows same-sex couples to marry but stops short of calling it a "marriage", which is legally defined as being between a man and woman.
"What's in a name? It's the content that matters," he told Reuters.
"'Civil partnership' shouldn't distract from the fact that it's about the legal registration of unions."
Kittinan said the bill, if passed, would "sufficiently alleviate pains and support the human rights of LGBT people".
A Thai lawmaker representing LGBT groups is pushing separately for marriage to be redefined as being between "two persons".
(Additional reporting by Panarat Thepgumpanat; Editing by Martin Petty)
-- © Copyright Reuters 2020-07-09Great News hope it happens soon.
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16 hours ago, welovesundaysatspace said:
Wondering what those rights are and why you wouldn’t give it to them. But it’s good to see that things are moving in the right direction and people are being treated equally regardless their sexual orientation.
Great News soon may it happen.
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No Just the usual 800,000 Baht which i leave in year by year,
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No Agent , Never used one I have a Thai Partner who came with me .
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Had My O/A extension Retirement Extended for 12 months Chiang Mai. I Cannot get health Insurance aged 81 and had a Cancer operation six years ago. I was told they view applications Case by Case. So I was given the extension .
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Trump and Kim two stupid buggers LOL
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Chiang Mai Immigration , are there any add on extras that these guys have asked for when changing from OA to O when coming in visa exempt via Mai sot ?
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I have just been In touch with a friend in Beijing and he informs me there are 217 cases in China and you cannot travel to Wuhan and if you travel from Wuhan you need to get health clearance. There are 2 cases in Beijing.
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Things will get better for him in the UK. There for the grace of God go I.
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PLEASE can we have some experiences November 2019 onward from Elderly 75+ Single EX Pats who have been to their Immigration Office to renew an Extension for a further 12 months based on Retirement only.
Who in the past have renewed their Extensions for Retirement many times using the 800,00 Baht type Methods. Since leaving their Home Countries with an O-A Visa which of course is now expired. But now because of their age have been unable to get the MEDICAL INSURANCE.
What results did you get from the Immigration Officers. Given the Extension for a further 12 months or Refused. etc.
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O/A Visa from the UK 2004 lived here 15 years in January 2020 on retirement extensions made my life in Thailand bought house etc and im now over 80 and cannot get insurance from any company, I have well the means to pay for any medical treatments that may be required during the remainder of my life. So am I to be deported when my present extension falls due? What will the British Government do for elderly expats similar to me i want to know . Because this is grossly unfair. Regard William .
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Hi I am 0ver 80 years of age and came on an O-A visa in 2005 and have been doing Extensions of Stay at Chiang Mai Immigration each year since, this year will be the 15th year I use the 800k baht method in Thai bank. I am to old to get health insurance so is there any provision for the very elderly like myself. I look forward to replies. William
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Lets get out of the EU as fast as possible , It was always a load of Rubbish. When we leave it will soon collapse completely I hope.
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OK Many thanks for your Replies William.
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Has anybody bought iodosorb gel in Chiang Mai or a Thai equivalent.? I have a small wound that will not heal and told this gel is a good wound healing ointment.
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These boys should all be given a good old fashioned thrashing .
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4 hours ago, Somtamnication said:Absolutely we want out. The bullying from the EU and that drunk Juncker (sp) is more than we can bear. Independence is sweet; now I know how India and others felt like.
To True we want out????
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Would It not be a good idea to post a listing of hospitals that do not have Dual Pricing ? Then we we not be obliged to fall into this trap.
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Chiang Mai Immigration is now a good place quick and pleasant .????
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Hang Dong is a fine place to live. William
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Has anyone had any experience of using The Government Savings Bank Lottery account with 800000 Baht on on deposit for the yearly retirement extension at immigration .??
Should tbere be legalised casinos in Pattaya?
in Pattaya
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NO Is there not enough Corruption in Thailand.