Thailand to Complete Nightspot Safety Checks Within 30 Days

The Interior Ministry has instructed local authorities nationwide to complete safety inspections of entertainment venues and public buildings within 30 days. This measure is aimed at preventing recurrence and ensuring thorough safety standards following recent incidents concerning public safety, such as fires at nightspots. The inspections are expected to focus on structural safety, emergency exit availability, fire-fighting equipment installation, and the adequacy of evacuation routes. The ministry has urged local authorities to report inspection results in detail and to promptly take necessary improvement measures for facilities that do not meet the standards. The goal is to ensure public spaces can be used with peace of mind.