Decided by the Cabinet on the guidelines for measures against declining birthrate and the "Countermeasures for a Declining Birthrate Society" May 29, 8:54
The government's "Overview of Measures for a Declining Birthrate Society", which will serve as a guideline for measures against declining birthrate over the next five years, was decided by the Cabinet meeting on the 29th.
According to the general rules, in order to achieve the “desired birth rate of 1.8”, which is the goal of the government, we will establish an environment in which young people can marry and raise children at the desired time.
In addition, in order to support people who are on childcare leave, they are considering expanding the "childcare leave benefit" that currently provides up to 67% of their income before the leave, and adding child allowances to their second and subsequent children. I am.
In addition, in order to reduce the financial burden on people who receive infertility treatment, we will conduct a fact-finding survey this fiscal year and consider applying public medical insurance for effective treatment.
On the other hand, in light of the spread of telework due to the spread of the new coronavirus, we are promoting various work styles in order to balance work and child rearing, and working to enhance child rearing support in the area. I am going.