Midnight Closing - the latest

[Snick]

One thing I noticed this week, is that nobody has a clue what is going to happen with the Midnight Closing rule.

Nobody knows why it was passed, the official explanation makes no sense, most people think its an attempt to drive up prices in entertainment areas and help the PM and friends.

Nobody knows when enforcement will begin.

Nobody knows who is covered. Some interpretations say that the law only affects NEW bussinesses outside the zones.

Nobody knows what all the categories are ?, whats the difference between a bar and a pub ??

The above being said, I did hear from 2 sources - both very credible (and Thai) - That the Closing Rule will be postponed and not start tomnorrow.

[Blue Ballz]

Well, we should know about an hour from now!! LOL!! BE CAREFUL OUT THERE!!

[Guest]

as always, the usual indecision on this nonsense. bottom line; can i go out friday night and not turn into a pumpkin at midnight? guess I will just have to go out and try.....

thanks Snick....see ya soon


Jon

[Guest]

Midnight curfew rule postponed for further review

Published on Mar 1, 2004


BANGKOK, March 1 (The Nation) -- Thai night entertainment establishments operators have won a reprieve from a government plan to impose a midnight curfew, according to government official.

Last month the Cabinet approved a regulation that will close all venues outside specified entertainment zones, including bars, clubs, restaurants and massage parlors, at midnight instead of 2 a.m. in its campaign to curb youth crime and restore traditional values.

Today, the government appeared to backtrack on its plan, saying it was still open to review.

The Cabinet will reconsider this matter during its meeting on tomorrow, government spokeswoman Sansanee Nakphong said.