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JCP doubles its seats in scandal-rocked Toyama City Assembly
The Japanese Communist Party doubled its seats to four in the Toyama City Assembly as a result of the recent by-election and gained the right to introduce bills. It is the first time since 1979 that the JCP secured four seats in the assembly.
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Antinuke citizens meet to oppose Japan-India nuclear deal
Antinuke activists and concerned citizens held a meeting in the Diet building to oppose a Japan-India nuclear energy accord following media reports that the two governments may soon sign the agreement.
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Citizens & opposition parties protest forced passage of TPP-related bills
Amid a storm of public protest, the ruling coalition railroaded the Trans-Pacific Partnership ratification bill through the Lower House Special Committee on the TPP.
- POLITICS
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Diet starts discussing pension cuts bill
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Koike to university students: opposition parties’ efforts can influence public opinion
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Pro-Constitution actions take place across country
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TPP allows no option to buy safe cosmetic products
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Citizens & opposition parties protest forced passage of TPP-related bills
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Teachers rally to oppose constitutional revision and political control over education
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Antinuke citizens meet to oppose Japan-India nuclear deal
- LABOR
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JCP-proposed statement for higher minimum wage adopted by Aichi Pref. Assembly
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Ex-official of major insurer examines workmen’s compensation
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Dentsu raided over violation of work hour rules
- SOCIAL ISSUES
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JCP Oyama demands further clarification of Toyosu market scandal
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Gunma JCP demands cancellation of SDF experience program for junior high school students
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Parents in demonstration appeal for creation of more authorized childcare centers
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Iwate gov. extends free medical program for 2011 disaster victims
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Supreme Court rejects appeal for injunction against SDF’s monitoring of citizens
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Toyosu site totally unfit for Tokyo’s new fish market according to expert
- JCP
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JCP doubles its seats in scandal-rocked Toyama City Assembly