According to the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare, the interim report states, "It is important to try to meet the wishes of all children in needy households who want to go on to college." In addition to the fact that there are students who cover their living expenses, if it is allowed, a considerable number of students may be subject to protection, and "careful consideration is necessary".

　In 2021, only 39.9% of households on welfare will go on to universities, junior colleges, and vocational schools.Although the trend of increase has continued in recent years, it is still far below the average of 83.8% for all households.

　The current policy of not allowing students to enter university while receiving public assistance has been in place for about 1963 years, based on a notice issued in 60 by the former Ministry of Health and Welfare.However, there were also voices calling for a review, saying that the cycle of poverty would continue.

　Prior to the publication of the interim summary, the Japan Federation of Bar Associations, which had been strongly demanding a review, said, ``It is necessary to balance with general households that do not use public assistance, and allow children of households with public assistance to go on to college. Chairman Motoharu Kobayashi has released a statement saying that it should be.

reference:[Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare] We will publish the summary of the discussions so far (interim summary) regarding the review of the self-reliance support system for the needy and the welfare system
[Japan Federation of Bar Associations] Chairman's statement calling for children of welfare households to go on to college