webfact Posted December 18, 2023 Share Posted December 18, 2023 The Thai government is currently contemplating the extension of operating hours for bars, clubs and other entertainment hubs until 4am, in more provinces as a means to stimulate the economy, as reported by Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul. The minister shared this information following a late-night inspection of Khao San Road nightspots on Saturday. This marked the second night clubs and bars along the popular tourist strip were allowed to stay open until 4am. Beginning on Friday, a similar extension of hours was implemented in entertainment venues in Chiang Mai, Chon Buri, Phuket, Koh Samui in Surat Thani, as well as parts of Bangkok, including Khao San Road. This license also extended to venues attached to registered hotels across the nation. The extended hours apply to entertainment venues in Silom, Patpong, RCA and Ratchadaphisek as well as those located on the premises of hotels in Bangkok. Minister Anutin noted that this extension of hours is being tested for a limited time, with the possibility of a permanent extension if the trial proves successful. The interior minister added that a longer operational duration would result in more money in circulation and increased job opportunities, but also emphasized the importance of maintaining strict regulations. The minister shared that an evaluation of the behaviour of pub owners and customers during the trial period, as well as adherence to drink-driving rules, would be considered before expanding the scheme. He highlighted the safety regulations put in place by venue operators, such as the prohibition of alcohol sales to intoxicated patrons, the strict no-weapons and narcotics policy, and the 20 year old age limit for patrons. by Mitch Connor PHOTO: via Night Life Party guide Full story: The Thaiger 2023-12-19 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post hotchilli Posted December 18, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted December 18, 2023 2 hours ago, webfact said: The Thai government is currently contemplating the extension of operating hours for bars, clubs and other entertainment hubs until 4am, in more provinces as a means to stimulate the economy, as reported by Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul. People only have so much money, and can only drink so much... this more revenue is BS 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Nickcage49 Posted December 19, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted December 19, 2023 "Stimulate the economy" translated means the liquor and nightclub lobbies are paying the politicians off to pass these laws. It won't stimulate the economy. It will stimulate crime and carnage. 2 1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nobodysfriend Posted December 19, 2023 Share Posted December 19, 2023 4 hours ago, webfact said: the prohibition of alcohol sales to intoxicated patrons, Ok , imagine ... 3am , drunk customer denied another drink ... may well lead to aggression ... Keep open until 6am , at that time turn on the bright lights , off the music , and serve a sobering breakfast buffet to paying clients ... ? Keep the buckets ready ... sorry , still a bit mau from yesterday ... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bamnutsak Posted December 19, 2023 Share Posted December 19, 2023 Stimulate the economy. Yeah, right. 42 minutes ago, nobodysfriend said: Keep open until 6am Agreed. If 4:00 AM stimulates the economy why not stimulate it 7/24/365? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarteso Posted December 19, 2023 Share Posted December 19, 2023 Banana Republic at work. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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