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BangkokScoopCOVID-19 · 19 Apr 2021

COVID-19 · 19 Apr 2021

No Domestic Flights From 23:00 to 04:00 - Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand

The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) is calling for the suspension of all domestic flights between 11pm and 4am in order to tackle the new wave of Covid-19. CAAT Director-General Suttipong Kongpool said the…

BangkokScoopCOVID-19 · 19 Apr 2021

COVID-19 · 19 Apr 2021

New School Term Could Be Postponed unit June

The new school term, which is scheduled to begin next month, may be deferred to June due to the worsening COVID-19 situation. Education Minister Treenuch Thienthong said she would discuss the matter today with permanent-secretary…

BangkokScoopCOVID-19 · 18 Apr 2021

COVID-19 · 18 Apr 2021

Many Medical Staff Are Forced into Self-quarantine from Withholding of Information

More than 100 medical staff at many state hospitals have been forced into self-quarantine after patients failed to disclose they had been in contact with infected people. Khon Kaen Hospital has ordered 105 medical staff…

BangkokScoopCOVID-19 · 18 Apr 2021

COVID-19 · 18 Apr 2021

Government Prepares 25,000 Beds Nationwide for Covid-19 Patients

The government has provided over 25,000 beds nationwide to field hospitals and hospitals, in order to treat the increasing number of Covid-19 patients. Deputy government spokesperson Ratchada Thanadirek said 1,250 beds were usable in four…

BangkokScoopFestivals & culture · 18 Apr 2021

Festivals & culture · 18 Apr 2021

Road Accidents during Songkran Claim 277 Lives

The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation has reported that a total of 2,365 road accidents during the seven days from April 10-16 claimed 277 lives and injured 2,357. Speeding was the single biggest cause…

BangkokScoopCOVID-19 · 18 Apr 2021

COVID-19 · 18 Apr 2021

Bangkok Returnees from Songkran Are Advised to Perform Covid-19 Self-evaluation

Bangkok Governor Aswin Kwanmuang has advised people who visited their hometowns during the Songkran holidays and were now returning to Bangkok to perform Covid-19 self-evaluation via the website: http://bkkcovid19.bangkok.go.th/ . He said this platform has…

BangkokScoopCOVID-19 · 17 Apr 2021

COVID-19 · 17 Apr 2021

THA Urges Hotels to Become Temporary “Hospitals”

The Thai Hotels Association (THA) is urging its members to become “hospitals” by turning their hotels into temporary hospitals to treat Covid-19 patients. THA President Marisa Sukosol Nunbhakdi said the move aims to reduce crowdedness…

BangkokScoopTravel & tourism · 16 Apr 2021

Travel & tourism · 16 Apr 2021

List of attractions temporarily closed during April 2021, or until further notice

This is a living document which the TAT Newsroom will update as new information becomes available The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to provide the following updates for travellers regarding the temporary closure…

BangkokScoopCOVID-19 · 16 Apr 2021

COVID-19 · 16 Apr 2021

CCSA: No curfew, COVID-19 zoning changed Red and Orange only

New Regulations to curb COVID-19 Nationwide Measures: - Public urge to work from home, reduce travelling - All educational institution close (physical learning) - Department stores to close at 9PM, no sale promotion events, entertainment…

BangkokScoopCOVID-19 · 16 Apr 2021

COVID-19 · 16 Apr 2021

Bangkok Airways will Close ticketing Offices in COVID High-Risk Provinces

Bangkok Airways will close its ticketing offices in Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket from April 16-25 due to the current COVID-19 crisis and the situation is expected to intensify. The airline said its office-based employees…

BangkokScoopCOVID-19 · 16 Apr 2021

COVID-19 · 16 Apr 2021

Bank Branches in COVID-19 High-Risk Areas to Close Temporarily

The Thai Bankers Association has announced that bank branches at high-risk areas will be closed temporarily, though customers can still use ATMs as well electronic and online channels. Information on closed branches will be available…

BangkokScoopRoyal news · 16 Apr 2021

Royal news · 16 Apr 2021

Biosafety Mobile Unit to be used in the service of the public

Due to the new wave of COVID-19 infection emerging in April and resulting in a near nationwide spread, the Ministry of Public Health has presented His Majesty the King with a Biosafety Mobile Unit to…

BangkokScoopCOVID-19 · 16 Apr 2021

COVID-19 · 16 Apr 2021

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BangkokScoopCOVID-19 · 16 Apr 2021

COVID-19 · 16 Apr 2021

BMA Issues Advisory On Self-Isolation At Home While Waiting For Hospital Beds

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has issued an advisory for those having tested positive for COVID-19 but have yet to find a hospital where they can be admitted to. The advisory includes a 10-day home…

BangkokScoopRoyal news · 15 Apr 2021

Royal news · 15 Apr 2021

Over 250 Police Officers Infected with COVID-19

The Royal Thai Police has reported that more than 252 police officers have been infected with COVID-19 so far, and 1,561 officers are in quarantine. Police deputy spokesperson Pol Colonel Sirikul Kritphittayaboon confirmed on Wednesday…

BangkokScoopCOVID-19 · 15 Apr 2021

COVID-19 · 15 Apr 2021

Free COVID-19 Tests for Social Security Scheme Members

The Ministry of Labor will provide free COVID-19 tests to members of the social security scheme, covering members under Sections 33, 39 and 40 of the Social Security Act. Labor Minister Suchart Chomklin said the…

BangkokScoopCOVID-19 · 14 Apr 2021

COVID-19 · 14 Apr 2021

BMA Transforms Bangkok Arena into Covid-19 Field Hospital

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has transformed the Bangkok Arena in Nong Chok district into a 500-bed field hospital for Covid-19 patients as daily cases rise, with 194 new cases in Bangkok on Tuesday. Bangkok…

BangkokScoopCOVID-19 · 14 Apr 2021

COVID-19 · 14 Apr 2021

People Can Register for COVID-19 Vaccinations from May 1

The Public Health Ministry will start vaccinating the general public against COVID-19 around mid-May, when the first lot of the locally manufactured AstraZeneca vaccine will be ready. Public Health Permanent Secretary Dr Kiattiphum Wongrajit said…

BangkokScoopCOVID-19 · 14 Apr 2021

COVID-19 · 14 Apr 2021

IUDC increases COVID-19 testing capacity

The Institute for Urban Disease Control and Prevention has increased its walk-in testing capacity to 1,200 persons a day, in addition to high-risk persons with appointments. The institute will continue to offer COVID-19 tests until…

BangkokScoopCOVID-19 · 14 Apr 2021

COVID-19 · 14 Apr 2021

DDC discourages inter-provincial travel as Songkran comes to an end

The Department of Disease Control has recommended travelers work remotely instead of traveling back at the end of the Songkran holidays to help contain the spread of COVID-19, while urging people who are already traveling…

BangkokScoopFestivals & culture · 13 Apr 2021

Festivals & culture · 13 Apr 2021

Songkran merit-making at Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram temple

Although there will be no water splashing during the Songkran holiday this year, people can take part in other activities to celebrate the traditional Thai New Year. At Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram temple in Bangkok,…

BangkokScoopBangkok & Thailand · 13 Apr 2021

Bangkok & Thailand · 13 Apr 2021

Thailand is still attractive to foreign filmmakers

Thailand is still attractive to foreign filmmakers as many as 26 foreign films have been made in Thailand in the first three months of 2021 and have generated Bt1.18 billion in revenue. According to Ministry…

BangkokScoopRoyal news · 12 Apr 2021

Royal news · 12 Apr 2021

Army helps set up field hospitals, and provides beds and equipment

In addition to setting up field hospitals in military camps as instructed by the government and the Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA), the Royal Thai Army is providing personnel and equipment to help set…

BangkokScoopCOVID-19 · 12 Apr 2021

COVID-19 · 12 Apr 2021

Field hospitals receiving COVID-19 patients as hospital beds become scarce

The surge in COVID-19 cases in recent days has proven to be a challenge of hospital capacity. Field and temporary hospitals, like the one at Thammasat University, are now receiving COVID-19 patients to ensure hospital…