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Is the alcohol ban in Thailand going to be extended beyond May 1st?
Is there any view to extend the alcohol ban as yet, or are we still looking at May 1st?
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The community is discussing the potential extension of the alcohol ban in Thailand, originally set to end on May 1st. Comments suggest there is no clear decision yet, with unofficial sources mentioning possible extensions and lifts of the ban. Some members speculate about the implications of lifting the ban on May 1st, anticipating a rush to purchase alcohol. Current reports indicate a potential indefinite extension of the ban to curb the coronavirus.
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Michael ********
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/30/booze-ban-extended-indefinitely-to-curb-coronavirus/Thomas ********************
Confirmed from several sources.
That flyers club looking mighty attractive now...
That flyers club looking mighty attractive now...
Paolo *******
Just call the
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call center..they still don't know about ban and waiting for gov. decision..
Stu *******
Thailand Visa Advice has been addressed, appears we are onto And Everything Else now mainly a glimmer of light to legally flaunt the purchase of amnesty amber. Shoes polished, suit ironed, it's a big day if granted 🤣🙏🍻
Stu *******
1st May is labour day. Don't I know it! Going to be labouring all morning to clear the shelves like a bog roll hoarder.
Thomas ********************
The little "amnesty" is not confirmed, though. But if it comes to pass... CLEAR A PATH!
Kev **********
3 small cans of leo today it’s getting worse
Roger ********
Mad or what? The CCSA suggest it, and then express concerns about their own suggestion
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24/booze-sale-grace-period-on-the-cards#cxrecs_sThomas ********************
Damn! That is going to be a horrible couple of days.
Lindsay ********
See Anutin quoted hence the future ban not making any sense or having any logic.
Roger ********
And? It's Thailand 😂
Kev **********
I have just read that they will be lifting the ban and then restarting it again on the 3rd of May 🤷🏻♂️ don’t shoot the messenger this is thailand after all and it’s sounds about right with ther Logic.
Jefrey *****
OP
Mike *******
@Kev *****************
🤣🤣🤣 3 days I only need them to lift it 10mins I will be outside big C with a fucking truck 🤣🤣Jefrey *****
OPReported! Haha
Mike *******
@Lance ********
please tell me your in Samui Mr Scheidt 🙏Kev **********
@Lance ********
don’t let @Mi**
see that he will Be round 😂👍🏻
Noel ***********
Can’t you lot stay off the grog just for a few weeks. Most of you are cI- dependent on the grog. 😂😂😂
Mark ********
@Noel **********
Yes. Do you have any spare? Asking for a friend.
Justin *********
@Noel **********
alcohol withdrawal is no laughing matter and comes with a host of very real and intense symptoms. Show a bit of compassion. Roger ********
@Noel **********
been on it for 50 years. It's much like air
Steve ********
The more important question is when will massage joints open again, forget about alcohol!
Mark ********
Steve **********
Probably the only benefit of “village life”. No issues here now or before.
Kev **********
@Steve *********
correction massive issues they have ran out 😭Kev **********
@Steve *********
slight issues wher I am but still possible 
Khun ******
What alcohol ban? I only noticed they doubled the price here.🤔
Kev **********
Now I want a beer and I was doing ok Untill I saw this
Jefrey *****
OPWhy is there a Jeffin cup of coffee next my name on here?
I don't drink that stuff.
Too strong
I don't drink that stuff.
Too strong
Jefrey *****
OPAlci bastards.
Just got 10 cold cans for 500 baht. They saw my white skin approaching from a far
Just got 10 cold cans for 500 baht. They saw my white skin approaching from a far
Gary ************
same here!
Gregg *************
Drink up mates
Paolo *******
It seems will be banned at restaurants but not in shops...
Jefrey *****
OP@Paolo ********
I hope so
Stewart *******
No idea of the bona fides of the article but I can across this⬇️
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/anutin-denies-request-by-vendors-to-partially-open-alcohol-sales/Thomas ********************
Hmm, "Public Health Minister Anutin". Might have some sway. But it's a regional decision, as I understand it.
Phill ******
hasnt been decided yet .
Dennis **********
another month I heard
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