Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin stated the federal government would examine the opening hours of the home entertainment locations in a quote to increase tourist and the regional economy.
Mr Srettha stated the federal government was thinking about the alternatives to extend the opening hours for clubs and bars to invite more travelers. He explained that in spite of having numerous benefits, the nation is still listed below par in the promo of traveler destinations and the company of first-rate occasions.
Mr Srettha points out about the law modifications to extend the operating hours of the home entertainment locations. Nevertheless, he acknowledges that opening 24 hr a day is not the response as it can trigger social and security issues.
For That Reason, it was required to reevaluate if the existing closing hour of 1am suffices to make Thailand competitive compared to other cities in order to end up being the tourist center of the area.
Mr Srettha stated that the concept whether the closing time of the home entertainment locations must be extended will be thought about and it must be performed in addition to enhancing the tax system in a quote to make Thailand much better.
The premier stated he desired the benefits and drawbacks to be raised and the included celebrations must have honest talks and suggest constructively.
On the other hand, the home entertainment organization operator responds with optimism. Sanga Ruangwattanakul, president of Khaosan Company Association, stated the proposition to extend the closing time for nightspots would be favorable for the economy and tourist especially the global travelers who are going back to the nation.
He proposed the addition alternative that the federal government must make the occasions held for celebrations long-term occasions and held yearly to produce the identity and pointer which can assist bring in more travelers.
Mr Sanga stated he personally thought that the most appropriate operating hours of the nightspots, which assess from the practices of the night owls, is the opening till 4am.
There are some individuals are stressing that the longer operating hours will make the beverage driving issue worsening. Mr Sanga states he thought that the issue was not depended upon the operating hours as the couple of hours longer will not have any strong effect. He stated it depended upon the discipline and obligation of everyone.
When it comes to the general public viewpoint, especially individuals who live near the home entertainment locations in Pattaya, primarily think that the longer operating hours will assist promote the economy. Nevertheless, some individuals are fretted about the loud sound and combating of the inebriated revelers. They would like the firms worried to prepare the action procedures. They think that open till 3-4am is appropriate.
Thanawat Polvichai, rector at the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, stated the longer hours will benefit the economy as the tourist organization would be bustled and more work. The unfavorable problems were the criminal activity however he thought that the authorities can manage them. ( TNA)
