Parliament Tightens Security, Bans Firearms Inside Building
Parliament has implemented stricter security measures including vehicle screening, mandatory ID badges, and X-ray scanning for all visitors, while banning firearms from the building entirely.
Parliament Speaker Sophon Sarum convened a security policy briefing on August 13 with senior administrators from the House Secretariat, including Secretary-General Sirot Patthayphun and Security Director Chayut Anugulphokaratana. Sarum stated that while parliament already had security measures in place, he wants them strengthened through updated regulations and enhanced practical procedures covering legal frameworks and relevant rules. New screening protocols require vehicles entering parliament to display authorized permits or stickers; those without must declare their business and submit to advance inspection. Public transport, taxis, motorcycles, and food delivery riders must exchange cards before entry and use designated pickup and drop-off points only. All persons entering must display clear identification badges and pass through X-ray scanning—lawmakers, staff, visitors, and outsiders alike. Firearms are strictly prohibited and will be confiscated immediately if found. Followers and unrelated outsiders are barred from the main assembly hall and reception areas. Parliament will also establish additional patrol routes and screening checkpoints throughout the building.
