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Phuket Town moves to reclaim footpaths
Phuket Town moves to reclaim footpaths
PHUKET: Phuket City Municipality has launched a renewed push to reclaim public spaces, carrying out enforcement operations yesterday (May 5) under its ‘Returning Sidewalks to the Public, Returning Roads to Society’ campaign.
Phuket MP probes Ao Kung marina project amid community backlash
Phuket MP probes Ao Kung marina project amid community backlash
PHUKET: Concerns over the proposed Ao Kung marina pier project have intensified after Phuket MP Somchart Techathaworncharoen met with local residents who say they were excluded from the project’s approval process and fear serious impacts on their livelihoods.
Rain-triggered mudslide blocks Ratsada road
Rain-triggered mudslide blocks Ratsada road
PHUKET: Heavy rain triggered a mudslide from a construction site in Ratsada, sending debris across a key road on Koh Siray and prompting urgent action from local officials.
Ombudsman clears Phuket Fishing Port operator
Ombudsman clears Phuket Fishing Port operator
PHUKET: The National Ombudsman has found no illegality in the management of Phuket Fishing Port, but has called for improved consultation with local fishermen following complaints over the use of the facility for tourism activities.
Phuket prepares for Princess Sirindhorn visit
Phuket prepares for Princess Sirindhorn visit
PHUKET: Officials are stepping up preparations for an expected royal visit by Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn on June 1, with officials conducting inspections and coordination meetings to ensure readiness across all sectors.
Phuket readies for Red Cross mobile eye surgery clinic
Phuket readies for Red Cross mobile eye surgery clinic
PHUKET: Free eye surgeries will be offered to vulnerable residents across Phuket later this month as part of a mobile medical initiative led by the Thai Red Cross.
Donation scammers, illegal beach vendors targeted at Patong Beach
Donation scammers, illegal beach vendors targeted at Patong Beach
PHUKET: Authorities have arrested a group of illegal donation collectors operating along Patong Beach, as officials intensify efforts to restore order and enforce tourism regulations in one of Phuket’s busiest beachfront areas.
Phuket to host Andaman economic meeting, study tour
Phuket to host Andaman economic meeting, study tour
PHUKET: Officials are preparing to host a key regional economic summit and study tour later this month, bringing together public and private sector leaders from across southern Thailand to accelerate development in the Andaman provinces.
Shooting range raided in Bangla nightlife checks
Shooting range raided in Bangla nightlife checks
PHUKET: Four employees were arrested and a cache of firearms and ammunition seized during a late-night crackdown on Bangla Rd, as officials intensified efforts to tighten control over Patong’s nightlife.
NACC Phuket probes delayed Surin Beach ‘Skywalk’ project
NACC Phuket probes delayed Surin Beach ‘Skywalk’ project
PHUKET: The Phuket office of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has launched a formal monitoring probe into the long-delayed Surin Beach ‘Skywalk’ project, which is now running almost a year behind schedule with just a quarter of construction completed.
Women’s fund push targets grassroots economy in Phuket
Women’s fund push targets grassroots economy in Phuket
PHUKET: Phuket officials have moved to strengthen support for women-led businesses and community groups through expanded funding, debt relief measures and tighter oversight of projects under the Women’s Empowerment Fund.
MoU to crack down on nominee schemes, illicit funds
MoU to crack down on nominee schemes, illicit funds
BANGKOK: The Thai government has formalised a nationwide crackdown on nominee business structures and so-called ‘grey capital’, with 23 public and private sector agencies signing a landmark memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at tightening enforcement, improving transparency and restoring investor confidence.
Phuket taps Road Safety Fund to reduce accidents
Phuket taps Road Safety Fund to reduce accidents
PHUKET: Phuket has secured funding for a slate of road safety initiatives, with officials approving a range of projects aimed at reducing accidents, improving traffic discipline and boosting public confidence on the island’s roads.
Phuket blood drive continues in May
Phuket blood drive continues in May
PHUKET: The Phuket Regional Blood Centre (PRBC), in collaboration with Vachira Phuket Hospital, will continue holding blood donation drives across Phuket, Phang Nga and Krabi throughout May.
Phuket selects top OTOP products for national stage
Phuket selects top OTOP products for national stage
PHUKET: Phuket has selected three standout One Tambon One Product (OTOP) items to represent the province at national level, as officials step up efforts to upgrade local goods through innovation, branding and sustainability.
Phuket pushes ‘cultural capital’ drive
Phuket pushes ‘cultural capital’ drive
PHUKET: Local officials are stepping up efforts to position Phuket as a leading “city of art and culture,” launching a province-wide initiative that brings together local artists, cultural networks and tourism stakeholders to showcase the island’s contemporary identity ahead of a major public event this month.
Phuket MP urges Parliament to end visa-free entry
Phuket MP urges Parliament to end visa-free entry
PHUKET: Phuket MP Chalermpong Saengdee has urged the government to abolish visa-free entry entirely and introduce stricter controls on cannabis, warning that current policies are damaging the island’s tourism image and creating social problems.
Sea gypsy ‘Family Reunion’ spotlights Urak Lawoi culture
Sea gypsy ‘Family Reunion’ spotlights Urak Lawoi culture
PHUKET: Members of the Urak Lawoi sea gypsy community recently gathered on Koh Siray for a ‘Family Reunion’ aimed at preserving their traditional way of life and strengthening ties among generations.
Government offices to close for May holidays
Government offices to close for May holidays
PHUKET: Phuket Immigration, like all government offices, remains open today (May 1), but will be closed ‒ again, like all other government offices ‒ for three public holidays this month.
Governor holds consul talks to tackle bad tourist behaviour
Governor holds consul talks to tackle bad tourist behaviour
PHUKET: Phuket officials have convened foreign consuls and key agencies for high-level talks aimed at addressing rising concerns over inappropriate behaviour by some international visitors, with Governor Nirat Pongsitthithavorn warning that all foreigners must strictly comply with Thai law.