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Floating beach club not cleared to open in Phuket

Authorities concerned about fire safety, waste treatment and possible impact on marine environment

The three-level Yona Beach Club Phuket features Mediterranean and Japanese restaurants, a 20-metre swimming pool with private cabanas, sea beds, sunset terrace cabanas and other facilities. The operators say it can accommodate up to 500 people. (Photo: Achadthaya Chuenniran)

PHUKET: Authorities have told the operators of a lavish floating beach club that they will not receive permission to open until more safety and environmental standards are met.

Phuket governor Narong Woonciew said on Wednesday that he learned from social media of plans by Yona Beach Club to open this month, after an earlier attempt…

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