Rounding the corner of Government House it was discovered that the police had taken off their protective helmets and put down their riot shields.

Most simply sat on the curb looking a little apprehensive, smoking cigarettes or snapping pictures on their mobile phones.

The arriving protesters were greeted with smiles and handshakes.

Many demonstrators then got to work dismantling the concrete barricades or waved the Thai flag aloft.

To be continued. Ad-infinitum no doubt.