In the Diet, the Budget Committee of the House of Representatives began deliberation on the third supplementary budget for this year from the 25th.

Prime Minister Suga called for prompt deliberation on amendments such as the Act on Special Measures Against Coronavirus, saying that he had provided support and penalties while giving due consideration to individual rights.

The Liberal Democratic Party's deputy chairman of the political investigation, Goto, said, "The government's proposal was to incorporate the opinions of the opposition parties as much as possible at the government-ruling and opposition party liaison council. I would like to hear about future efforts to ensure effectiveness. "



In response, Prime Minister Suga said, "We must make the measures more effective and control the infection at all costs. We will provide support and penalties while giving due consideration to the rights of businesses and individuals. As a countermeasure against the new corona, we will make necessary revisions. We have submitted the bill while listening to the opinions of the ruling and opposition parties, so we request prompt deliberation. "



Regarding vaccination, Mr. Goto pointed out that "we should provide appropriate information on prompt and careful system development and side reactions of vaccines so that the people can receive vaccinations with peace of mind."



In response, Prime Minister Suga said, "Vaccines are the decisive factor in infection control. We will work closely with the municipalities responsible for the vaccination business to provide necessary information and support, and build a system to manage the vaccination status. We are making careful preparations for the system. In order for the people to be vaccinated at their own discretion, we will make accurate and easy-to-understand transmissions based on scientific knowledge in order to broaden the correct understanding, including side reactions and effects. I want to. "



In addition, the minister in charge of vaccination, Kono, said, "I would like to start vaccination for medical professionals from the end of next month as much as possible. How much time and system will be needed in Kawasaki City on the 27th of this month? As soon as the results and supply schedule are decided, we will promptly inform the local government of the results and the supply schedule. We would like to cooperate with the local government, the medical association, and the public and private sectors to form a system. "



Karen Makishima of the Liberal Democratic Party said, "There is widespread anxiety among women who work irregularly. Depending on the situation of part-time workers and part-time workers, they are in a state of" substantial unemployment. " I want you to take detailed measures as well. "



In response, Prime Minister Suga said, "It is a political responsibility to protect people's lives and employment by staying close to the anxieties felt by the people as the impact is prolonged. Part-time workers and part-time workers are also eligible. The special measures for the employment adjustment subsidy have been decided to be extended. We would like to support them through a multi-layered safety net. "