Businesses urged to mark King’s birthday

PHUKET TOWN: Phuket Governor Chadej Insawang has appealed for all business owners to join in with celebrations to mark the 72nd birthday of HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej on December 5. Businesses are urged to decorate their premises with royal emblems, signs, flags, and lights. They are also urged, if possible, to organize projects or charity drives – for example, to support environmental protection or the drive against narcotics. There will be a number of activities and ceremonies at the Phuket Provincial Meeting Hall on December 5, starting at 9 am. In the afternoon, at 4 pm, a parade will set off from the grounds in front of Provincial House, ending at Saphan Hin. Gala dinners are planned for the evenings of December 5 and 6. Details will be announced later