Ministry of Interior instructs all governors to take care of tourists

[Jonathan Fairfield]

Ministry of Interior instructs all governors to take care of tourists

BANGKOK, 17 October 2015 (NNT) – The Ministry of Interior’s undersecretary Krissada Boonyarat has instructed all provincial authorities to reassure safety of tourists throughout Thailand.

In the wake of current high season, the authorities were obliged to inspect and clear up risk areas as well as see to it that the tourists' safety will be reassured, according to the ministry's undersecretary.

Besides, measures will be taken to support and promote tourist industry in the provinces.

Source: http://thainews.prd.go.th/website_en/news/news_detail/WNECO5810170010006

-- NNT 2015-10-18

[amerasianex]

That's a really really good idea. Lets hope its swift sure and timely. Police number one mission should be protecting visitors. Without a strong visitor industry.Crime will be born onto Thai people. Tourism I strong and sustainable.

[chainarong]

Pity it isn't reflected in Thai Int New prices, just checking this morning, it has gone up $400 since last month from Perth , so the Governors might have a few less to worry about from this area, as they all scramble for seats to Bal.

[phoenixdoglover]

If the Thai government keeps harping about the extra measures implemented to protect the safety of tourists, then the international media might focus on whether Thailand is a safe place to visit, and tourists might get the impression it is not.

I would rather see the Thai government take steps to improve the safety of its citizens and long term residents. These very large groups are much more likely to have unsafe experiences.

Number 1 should be road safety, as unsafe roads, poor driving, lack of helmets, and a variety of other poor practices, results in needless carnage every day (residents and tourists alike). Improving the conditions for pedestrians should be a part of this.

[robertthebruce]

If the Thai government keeps harping about the extra measures implemented to protect the safety of tourists, then the international media might focus on whether Thailand is a safe place to visit, and tourists might get the impression it is not.

I would rather see the Thai government take steps to improve the safety of its citizens and long term residents. These very large groups are much more likely to have unsafe experiences.

Number 1 should be road safety, as unsafe roads, poor driving, lack of helmets, and a variety of other poor practices, results in needless carnage every day (residents and tourists alike). Improving the conditions for pedestrians should be a part of this.

With you 100 percent with your comment, Road Safety is terrible here in ''Thailand'' it just does not exist..

even crossing the road, its like they speed up to try and knock you down ??? cannot fathom it out... ???

[tuanku]

Ministry of Interior instructs all governors to take care of tourists

And prior to this the instruction was..................................?

[zaphod reborn]

Just a reminder to get government and police protections and tea money collection operations in place for the upcoming tourist scam high season.

Edited October 18, 2015 by zaphod reborn

[jalansanitwong]

Unfortunately this is just another PR stunt with the high season looming.

Stringent safety standards apply in socially advanced countries where life is valued unlike Thailand where it isnt.

Its how youre brought up in a society that counts ,not silly PR stunts or putting stickers on boats and fences saying SAFETY FIRST

Why ask governors anyway? Alot of them are pre-occupied with avoiding public scrutiny or even arrest for being involved in just about every crime under the sun.

This high seaosn will be the same as every other . 200 tourists and expats will die and most of these incidents will go unreported.

[jaidam]

It would be far more practical to inform tourists that getting into a dispute with a wealthy or connected Thai is a big no no. Until police and judicial reforms this advise is critical for tourist safety.

[wow64]

This one action has saved nearly 100 tourist in the first 3 hours.. Good job.

Sent from my c64

[Afook]

What about all the farangs living here in Thailand, and the monies spent here?

Immigration changes rules and restrictions, making extentions difficult and wasting time with 90 days reporting, with annual extentions? Such a pain, don't we spend enough monies here to help the economy??

[Bender]

rubbish,

one year after the murder of Hannah and David in Koh Tao, the real culprits are still walking free... and everybody knows who did it!!!

And these people talk about safety for tourists that just publicity stunt from the govt.

[toybits]

When you get rid of the taxi, jet ski, rental scams.. when yiu get rid of the double pricing, jewelry and long neck karen scams, when yiu are able to substantially reduce traffic accidents. . I will believe. Otherwise...

[Reigntax]

Reassure tourists of their safety. It that like telling them they are safe without doing anything and just hiding the truth that they are not really safe?

[Praematura]

As a tourist, Thailand is just too dangerous taking my family there, traffic safety, violent crime, the ubiquitous bag/neckless snatches and now terrorism. Deal with making me safe pm or will take my dollars to a more appreciative country even if my wife is Thai.

[maderaroja]

Of course, the two-tier pricing system will remain and be enforced rigidly.

[Krataiboy]

Why is it that, every time I come across an item from the National News Bureau of Thailand, my instinctive reaction is to reach for the salt cellar?

[Krataiboy]

Why is it that every time I come across a report from the National News Bureau of Thailand I find myself automatically reaching for the salt cellar?

[Krataiboy]

Why is it that whenever I come across a report from the National News Bureau of Thailand I find myself automatically reaching for the salt cellar?

[ratcatcher]

Why is it that whenever I come across a report from the National News Bureau of Thailand I find myself automatically reaching for the salt cellar?

Did you manage to get the salt cellar back next to its mates the pepper pot and the mustard mug? After 3 duplicate posts, I hope so.

[h90]

Of course, the two-tier pricing system will remain and be enforced rigidly.

maybe it is a codeword "take care of the tourists".....

[Mudcrab]

All bouncers in Phuket now instructed to wear Hush Puppy slippers to avoid serious injury to tourists while kicking their heads in.

[ldiablo]

Just the other day in Krabi I paid 700 baht at the hotel for a boat tour. And then when we get there they tell me I have to pay 200baht for the national park. <deleted>. It should be included in the original price. Scammers.

[ggt]

Isn't this a bit like asking wolves...to watch over the sheep?

[lvr181]

"take care" can have a number of different interpretations!

[wabothai]

Get us a number to call (anonymous) when our safety has been jeopardized.

Discount on dashcams would help too.

[connda]

If the Thai government keeps harping about the extra measures implemented to protect the safety of tourists, then the international media might focus on whether Thailand is a safe place to visit, and tourists might get the impression it is not.

I would rather see the Thai government take steps to improve the safety of its citizens and long term residents. These very large groups are much more likely to have unsafe experiences.

Number 1 should be road safety, as unsafe roads, poor driving, lack of helmets, and a variety of other poor practices, results in needless carnage every day (residents and tourists alike). Improving the conditions for pedestrians should be a part of this.

Right the smack on! +100

[connda]

Unfortunately this is just another PR stunt with the high season looming.

Stringent safety standards apply in socially advanced countries where life is valued unlike Thailand where it isnt.

Its how youre brought up in a society that counts ,not silly PR stunts or putting stickers on boats and fences saying SAFETY FIRST

Why ask governors anyway? Alot of them are pre-occupied with avoiding public scrutiny or even arrest for being involved in just about every crime under the sun.

This high seaosn will be the same as every other . 200 tourists and expats will die and most of these incidents will go unreported.

Of course. We're just farang. Nothing special, well, unless your mom has a sick ox.

[connda]

Of course, the two-tier pricing system will remain and be enforced rigidly.

maybe it is a codeword "take care of the tourists".....

Codeword for "beat the living snot out of", yeah, like bouncers gang beating farang patrons, like karaoke staff gang beating farang patrons, like jet ski operators gang beating farang patrons. You know, like..."take care of."

[Nigeone]

Yes if they really cared..and they don't for sure the issues mentioned above would have been put to bed years ago...The Karaoke scams and jet ski are a disgrace and should have been stopped ..The only conclusion I can come to is that as rumored by many the powers that be in the areas are surely involved and reap the momentary benefit. It stinks ! Talk is cheap ! And until they meaningfully stop the likes of these scams and stop for good..not two weeks or so...nobody is going to take any notice of these messages.