Water containing radioactive substances Chairman of the All Fisheries Federation Tell the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry to oppose the release to the sea

Water containing radioactive materials Chairman of the All Fisheries Federation Tells the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry to oppose the release to the sea October 15, 16:26

On the 15th, Chairman Hiroshi Kajiyama of the National Federation of Fisheries Cooperatives met with Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Kajiyama over how to dispose of water containing radioactive substances such as tritium at TEPCO's Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station. It could have a catastrophic impact on the future of the sea. ”He said he strongly opposed the release to the sea.

In response, Minister Kajiyama said, "We take the request very seriously and would like to deepen our consideration."

Regarding the disposal of water containing radioactive substances such as tritium, which is increasing at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant, in February, a national subcommittee released it into the sea or the atmosphere after diluting it to a concentration below the standard. The government is considering a disposal method, with a report that states that the method is realistic.

Under these circumstances, Chairman Kishi of the All Fisheries Federation met with Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Kajiyama and said, "If it is released into the ocean, it will inevitably cause reputational damage, which may have a devastating effect on the future of the fishery. I'm absolutely against it. "

In response, Minister Kajiyama said, "When deciding on a disposal method, it is essential to take a thorough response to the effects of rumors. We would like to take the request seriously and deepen our consideration."

Various opinions have been expressed regarding the disposal of water containing tritium, etc., and the government plans to consider these opinions and reach an early conclusion on the disposal method.

Tell the Minister of the Environment

Mr. Kishi, Chairman of Zenyoren, also met with Minister of the Environment Koizumi and shared his thoughts.

On the other hand, Minister Koizumi said, "Among the issues that cannot be avoided nationally, no matter what decision you make, you must take your thoughts into consideration before making a decision. Once the decision is made, the Ministry of the Environment will continue to make efforts to gain the trust and understanding of fishermen in Fukushima and throughout the country. "