During the Tokyo Olympics and Para Olympics, strengthen measures to reduce traffic congestion in the city center
During the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics, the National Police Agency has decided to strengthen measures, including asking drivers and transport companies to refrain from using cars, as severe traffic congestion may hinder the operation of the Games. became.
During the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics, traffic regulation is to be performed around the competition venue for the movement of athletes, etc.If regular traffic volume is regulated, severe congestion will occur, It may affect the lives of residents.
The Organizing Committee and other organizations have set a goal of reducing traffic in the city center to 70% of the average during the period, but the realization is uncertain, and the police have decided to take measures in earnest.
Specifically, police officers have asked drivers to refrain from using cars during the tournament, such as when renewing their driver's license, and ask carriers around the country to reduce the number of transportation of luggage to the city center. It is to ask repeatedly.
The National Police Agency has instructed police throughout the country to strengthen their efforts, and in the future will cooperate with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government etc. to promote traffic jam measures.