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Phuket officials prepare traffic and security plans for upcoming royal visit

Phuket officials have reviewed security, traffic and airport arrangements ahead of an upcoming royal visit, including the route for a royal procession and events at Chalermprakiat School.

Phuket provincial clerk questions leaked disciplinary document, says case was already settled

A Phuket provincial clerk said a leaked disciplinary document was intended to damage his credibility, while records cited in reports show an earlier case ended with a 2% salary cut for three months.

Senate subcommittee backs proposal to make Phuket a metropolitan administration

A Senate subcommittee has backed a proposal to give Phuket metropolitan status, including direct election of a governor and greater control over local administration and revenue.

Phuket Businesses Support End of Thailand’s 60-Day Visa-Free Stay Policy

Private sector leaders in Phuket have supported the end of Thailand’s 60-day visa-free stay policy, saying a return to stays of about 30 days may cause only a manageable short-term dip in tourism.

Phuket startup ecosystem posts 85.9% growth in global rankings

Phuket recorded 85.9% growth in the latest global startup rankings, with the island identified as a key magnet for startups, investors and digital nomads.

Document shows Phuket provincial clerk given 2% pay cut over 26 gun permits and online gambling links

An Interior Ministry document shows Phuket provincial clerk Rungreung Thimabut received a 2% salary cut for three months over firearm permit approvals and links cited in an online gambling investigation.

Phuket recognized for state land rights verification work at NLPC seminar

Phuket Province received an honorary award in Bangkok for its work verifying state land rights and advancing land management operations.

Phuket airport receives Level 2 carbon accreditation

Phuket International Airport has been awarded Level 2 carbon accreditation, recognising measured emissions reductions and an upgrade from Level 1.

Phuket MP presses probe into Freedom Beach land document scandal

Thailand's Royal Forest Department says two former officials were dismissed over illegal land title deeds linked to Freedom Beach in Phuket, after a Phuket MP pressed for answers on pensions and delayed criminal proceedings.

Phuket residents call for probe after foreign woman posts images in police-style outfit

Residents in Phuket are urging authorities to investigate after a foreign woman posted images of herself in clothing resembling a Thai police uniform, including items bearing police insignia.

Phuket officials meet ceramic shop owner after clash with Chinese tourists

Phuket officials met a ceramic shop owner in Phuket Old Town after a dispute with Chinese tourists went viral, prompting renewed warnings over conduct that could harm the island’s tourism image.