In response to the government's adjustments in the direction of issuing a state of emergency for four prefectures such as Tokyo and Osaka, the Komeito said that further support to businesses is needed when requesting a leave of absence. , I asked the government to consider it immediately.

Komeito's political investigation chairman Takeuchi and his colleagues met with Chief Cabinet Secretary Kato at the Prime Minister's Office on the afternoon of the 22nd, and said that the government is making adjustments to issue a state of emergency for four prefectures, including Tokyo and Osaka. In response, I made an urgent offer.



Specifically, when requesting a leave of absence, it is necessary to further support the business operator, so we will promptly proceed with a concrete examination and pay a cooperation fee to the restaurant in response to the request for shortened business hours. We are requesting efforts to reduce the financial burden on local governments.



In response, Chief Cabinet Secretary Kato responded, "I would like to promptly decide how to handle the state of emergency and put together support measures."



Mr. Takeuchi told reporters, "Since the spread of infection suspected to be the fourth wave continues, I would like you to provide fair support to businesses."