Election winner opposes liquor ban on Buddhist holidays

Election winner opposes liquor ban on Buddhist holidays

Key figures of the election-winning Move Forward Party (MFP) have voiced their opposition to the government's ban on alcohol sales on important Buddhism-related holidays, saying it limits freedom.

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Most satisfied with Chadchart's performance after first year: poll

Most satisfied with Chadchart's performance after first year: poll

A majority of Bangkokians are satisfied with the performances of Governor Chadchart Sittipunt after one year in office, according to an opinion survey by the National Institute of Development Administration, or Nida Poll.

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Election winner opposes liquor ban on Buddhist holidays

Key figures of the election-winning Move Forward Party (MFP) have voiced their opposition to the government's ban on alcohol sales on important Buddhism-related holidays, saying it limits freedom.

13:25
Election winner opposes liquor ban on Buddhist holidays
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Most satisfied with Chadchart's performance after first year: poll

A majority of Bangkokians are satisfied with the performances of Governor Chadchart Sittipunt after one year in office, according to an opinion survey by the National Institute of Development Administration, or Nida Poll.

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Most satisfied with Chadchart's performance after first year: poll
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Foreign man attacked, seriously injured in Pattaya

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Foreign man attacked, seriously injured in Pattaya
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Arms cache found in provincial councillor's house

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Arms cache found in provincial councillor's house
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Teacher left to run school alone
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Don't elect, rein in provincial heads, urges Piyabutr

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Don't elect, rein in provincial heads, urges Piyabutr
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