The National Alcohol Beverage Policy Committee recently decreed that pubs and restaurants, which will extend their operating hours until 4am starting from December 15, must establish sobering-up areas and take measures to prevent intoxicated customers from driving. This announcement was made by Santi Promphat, the Deputy Minister of Public Health.
The committee’s meeting, led by Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, resulted in the decision to extend the operating hours of entertainment venues in several locations including Phuket, Chiang Mai, Chon Buri, Bangkok, and Surat Thani (specifically on Koh Samui). This is in line with a government policy designed to stimulate the economy. Moreover, the policy revision extends to hotels across the country.
Nightlife establishments are mandated to strictly adhere to regulations,…
