[Background]

With the introduction of the "Child Care Service Provider Registration System" under the amended 「Act on Support for Care of Children」 (Act No. 20932, Promulgated Apr 22, 2025, Effective Apr 23, 2026), it is necessary to prepare safety measures by establishing standards and procedures for personnel and facilities required for registration, and by establishing standards for liability insurance subscription.

[Main Points]

Requirement to meet personnel and facility standards determined by the Ordinance of the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family for registration as a child care service provider.

Requirement for registered child care service providers to subscribe to liability insurance for an amount greater than that determined by the Ordinance of the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family.