We surveyed a wide range of residents, in Bangkok and Nonthaburi, from motorcycle taxi drivers to restaurateurs. Mass testing a saviourSophon Maleehuan, 43, a motorcycle taxi driver in the Ram Intra area, said the lockdown is not tackling the problem at its roots. Another motorcycle taxi driver, Niyom Thuekthong, 59, said widespread infections have rendered relief almost unworkable. When people stop going out, motorcycle taxi drivers immediately feel the brunt. Taxi and motorcycle taxi drivers earn a fraction of what they used to earn.

Source: Bangkok Post July 18, 2021 04:07 UTC