Thailand removed from UK’s mandatory COVID-19 quarantine list

13 Sept 12:16 Key points summarised by AI

From this Saturday, Thailand (and Singapore) will be dropped from the UK’s mandatory COVID-19 quarantine list, meaning travelers to England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland will not need to self-isolate upon arrival.
Despite the UK's decision, a surge in British visitors to Thailand is unlikely due to Thailand's continued strict entry requirements, which only permit specific groups like work permit holders or family of residents.

Flooding persists in Bangkok and 22 provinces

Today 16:00 Key points summarised by AI

Persistent flooding continues across Bangkok and 22 Thai provinces, though water levels are gradually receding in many affected areas.
Over 604,000 families, impacting approximately 1.83 million people, are still grappling with the widespread flood conditions.
The national flood death toll has reached 80 since mid-September, with fatalities reported across various provinces.
Major regions like Pathum Thani, Ayutthaya, and Bangkok report significant numbers of affected households, with hundreds of thousands still in trouble.