Foreign Office advises Britons to avoid Thailand travel

Britons have been warned by the Foreign Office to avoid all but essential travel to the whole of Thailand.

It said the advice "reflects the increasing tension" and fears that violent incidents are occurring across the country, not just in Bangkok.

It follows a series of blasts near a large encampment of anti-government protesters in Bangkok last week, which was already the subject of a warning.

Britons already in Thailand are advised to stay indoors and monitor the media.

And they have been urged to regularly check Foreign Office travel advice.

Britons already in the country have also been advised to consider whether it is essential to travel within Bangkok, the country's capital, and to take alternative routes where possible.

Many rail and coach services to Suvarnabhumi airport pass through the city's centre.

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