Chiba Prefecture Governor Morita `` Considering a request for closure '' April 11 15:49 in line with Tokyo
To prevent the spread of the new coronavirus infection, Tokyo and Kanagawa Prefecture requested some businesses to close on November 11 and Saitama Prefecture also requested from March 13 that Governor Morita of Chiba Prefecture Told reporters on the afternoon of the 11th that Chiba Prefecture would consider the need for a leave of absence.
Governor Morita said, “One prefecture and two prefectures have been in line of demand for a leave of absence. If only Chiba Prefecture is operating in the target industry, there is a possibility that people may gather and concentrate, and clusters may occur. It is difficult to stay in Tokyo as it is, but in light of the situation in Chiba, we will consider the need for a leave request with a sense of speed. "
The target industries will be clarified next week.
Until October 10, Governor Morita stated that "it cannot be the same as Tokyo due to financial circumstances," and he was cautious about requesting leave.