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Let's also have no eating in national parks and that would eliminate rubbish. No walking would protect the flora, Let's close all national parks and preserve the land. Ecology unlimited!
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And let's add big bikes!handdrummer wrote: ↑Thu Dec 07, 2017 4:42 am Let's also have no eating in national parks and that would eliminate rubbish. No walking would protect the flora, Let's close all national parks and preserve the land. Ecology unlimited!
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huahin4ever wrote: ↑Thu Dec 21, 2017 8:19 amAnd let's add big bikes!handdrummer wrote: ↑Thu Dec 07, 2017 4:42 am Let's also have no eating in national parks and that would eliminate rubbish. No walking would protect the flora, Let's close all national parks and preserve the land. Ecology unlimited!
Definitely big bikes with special permits to drive on sidewalks.
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Yes - they really are that stupid ...
GOVT MULLS TAX HIKE ON NON-ALCOHOLIC BEER
The government said it’s considering a tax increase on alcohol-free beer in order to discourage drinkers from eventually switching to alcoholic drinks.
Patchara Anantasilpa, director general of the Excise Department, announced Thursday a possible increase in tax on zero-alcohol beer, a recent entry into the Thai beverage market.
Patchara said that the Health Ministry wants non-alcoholic beers to be branded as “malt drinks” instead of “beer” on the basis of public health concerns. He reasoned that once drinkers develop a taste for non-alcoholic beers, they will likely progress to the alcoholic version.
Non-alcoholic beer is currently taxed at 14 percent – around 5 to 12 baht per can – making prices anywhere between 39 to 99 baht per can. This is compared to the 22-percent tax slapped on alcoholic beer, according to Patchara.
http://www.khaosodenglish.com/news/busi ... olic-beer/
GOVT MULLS TAX HIKE ON NON-ALCOHOLIC BEER
The government said it’s considering a tax increase on alcohol-free beer in order to discourage drinkers from eventually switching to alcoholic drinks.
Patchara Anantasilpa, director general of the Excise Department, announced Thursday a possible increase in tax on zero-alcohol beer, a recent entry into the Thai beverage market.
Patchara said that the Health Ministry wants non-alcoholic beers to be branded as “malt drinks” instead of “beer” on the basis of public health concerns. He reasoned that once drinkers develop a taste for non-alcoholic beers, they will likely progress to the alcoholic version.
Non-alcoholic beer is currently taxed at 14 percent – around 5 to 12 baht per can – making prices anywhere between 39 to 99 baht per can. This is compared to the 22-percent tax slapped on alcoholic beer, according to Patchara.
http://www.khaosodenglish.com/news/busi ... olic-beer/
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"He reasoned...". Ha ha.
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And 'ginger beer' and 'root beer' ........??
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They are soon to be broke and need cash to support their spending plans. Household debt is also about 97% of GDP.
On top of that an extra 7% tax is not going to change the habits of drunken Mercedes drivers who kill families, and who will assuredly try to pay them off in an attempt to avoid a long jail term. The motocy group will just go back to drinking their homemade rice whisky instead of more expensive beer, and continue to be the cause of 85% of the road fatalities.
Too many bureaucrats with little to do spinning in circles.
On top of that an extra 7% tax is not going to change the habits of drunken Mercedes drivers who kill families, and who will assuredly try to pay them off in an attempt to avoid a long jail term. The motocy group will just go back to drinking their homemade rice whisky instead of more expensive beer, and continue to be the cause of 85% of the road fatalities.
Too many bureaucrats with little to do spinning in circles.
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Patchara reasoned that since beer is composed of > 95% H2O then logically anyone drinking it will automatically switch to any fluid containing the same base and is now pushing for a tax commensurate with this.
Aren't politicians and their cronies wonderful?
Aren't politicians and their cronies wonderful?
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GOV’T MOVES TO CRACK DOWN ON ONLINE SALES OF BOOZE
The country’s top alcohol regulator on Thursday approved a draft regulation to ban any online booze sales.
The move came after alcohol watchdog groups urged the government to crack down on the online sales of booze, which surged during the pandemic lockdown. Deputy health minister Satit Pituthecha said the new rule aims to prevent consumers from easy access to alcohol beverages.
“The COVID-19 outbreak has given rise to online sales of alcoholic beverages, especially on the social media where promotions and home delivery services are offered,” Satit said. “There’s no age, time, or location restrictions, resulting in uncontrolled access to alcohol and difficulty in enforcing the alcoholic beverage control law.”
In April, the government imposed a nationwide ban on sales of alcoholic beverages in an effort to stem the spread of coronavirus. Nightlife establishments and parties were also blamed by government officials for developing a cluster of infections.
Under the current law, online sale of alcoholic beverages are not prohibited given that the vendor holds a valid license. However, it is illegal to post photos or encourage people to consume or purchase booze in the public, which includes the internet.
Satit said the new restrictions will take effect soon, though the exact date is yet to be announced.
https://www.khaosodenglish.com/news/cri ... -of-booze/
The country’s top alcohol regulator on Thursday approved a draft regulation to ban any online booze sales.
The move came after alcohol watchdog groups urged the government to crack down on the online sales of booze, which surged during the pandemic lockdown. Deputy health minister Satit Pituthecha said the new rule aims to prevent consumers from easy access to alcohol beverages.
“The COVID-19 outbreak has given rise to online sales of alcoholic beverages, especially on the social media where promotions and home delivery services are offered,” Satit said. “There’s no age, time, or location restrictions, resulting in uncontrolled access to alcohol and difficulty in enforcing the alcoholic beverage control law.”
In April, the government imposed a nationwide ban on sales of alcoholic beverages in an effort to stem the spread of coronavirus. Nightlife establishments and parties were also blamed by government officials for developing a cluster of infections.
Under the current law, online sale of alcoholic beverages are not prohibited given that the vendor holds a valid license. However, it is illegal to post photos or encourage people to consume or purchase booze in the public, which includes the internet.
Satit said the new restrictions will take effect soon, though the exact date is yet to be announced.
https://www.khaosodenglish.com/news/cri ... -of-booze/
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Big Buddha ...sorry big brother strikes again....
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Most good wines including Port and specialist liqueurs can only be bought online. I doubt you could buy a bottle of Chambord from Somchai but you can online. Just one example.
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Online liquor sales banned from Dec 7
https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/ge ... from-dec-7
They're publishing reminders. There are ways around this and I'm sure all will be implemented. It says nothing about the delivery of liquor, or other forms of communication and payment besides "on-line".
Will be interesting to see what the sellers come up with.
https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/ge ... from-dec-7
They're publishing reminders. There are ways around this and I'm sure all will be implemented. It says nothing about the delivery of liquor, or other forms of communication and payment besides "on-line".
Will be interesting to see what the sellers come up with.
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Wishbeer are certainly continuing to send their advertising out - I received an e-mail yesterday.
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I would think one way to do it for regular, resident customers is to place a perpetual order that refills monthly, weekly or whatever you set up. In that way if placed before Monday it is within the law. Perhaps in a year officials will regain their senses and stop trying to control people's lives.
This new regulation will only result in an increase in drunk driving accidents.
This new regulation will only result in an increase in drunk driving accidents.
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And wont we all feel safer when the new 120 kmh speed limits come in to play .