Some areas are off-limits for people visiting from the UK
People heading to Thailand from the UK have been given a new travel warning by the Foreign Office. It has warned of a “high threat” of terrorism in some areas.
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office issues regular updates in regards to travel to countries around the world. It issues guidance to keep Brits safe and warn them of areas that should be avoided.
On Tuesday it issued a new alert for Thailand – a destination popular with thousands of Brits every year. Bangkok and Phuket are among the popular destination, reports the Liverpool Echo.
The latest Gov.UK alert states: “Terrorists are likely to try to carry out attacks in Thailand. FCDO advises against all but essential travel to the following due to regular terrorist attacks:
- Pattani province
- Yala province
- Narathiwat province
- Southern Songkhla province, except for the areas north of and including the A43 road between Hat Yai and Sakom; and the areas north-west of the train line which runs between Hat Yai and Padang Besar
- Hat Yai to Padang Besar train line, which was attacked in 2022″
The Foreign Office advice added that “martial law is in place in most areas in these provinces, which means security forces have greater security enforcement and investigative powers. However, terrorist attacks could take place anywhere in Thailand. Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in places visited by foreigners”.
Potential targets, according to government officials, may encompass security forces, government offices, hotels, shops and supermarkets, or transport infrastructure. Travellers are advised to “stay aware of your surroundings, keep up to date with local media reports and follow the advice of local authorities.”