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8 Février 2014
February 7, 2014
TEPCO to accept arbitrator's settlement plan
http://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/english/news/20140207_43.html
The operator of the crippled Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant has agreed to accept an arbitrator's plan to settle compensation claims by residents and evacuees over their health concerns.
About 180 former residents of Iitate Village and some 1,000 residents in Date City filed a motion with the Center for the Settlement of Fukushima Nuclear Damage Claims. It was set up by the science ministry.
They demanded compensation from Tokyo Electric Power Company, or TEPCO, saying they have health concerns due to possible exposure to radiation.
The center has suggested it supports the residents' demands, while TEPCO had argued that the residents' claims lack scientific grounds.
But on Friday, the utility reversed its stance, saying that it will agree to pay compensation to the residents of the areas. It added it recognizes the need for a quick agreement.
In a published comment TEPCO said it believes it has no responsibility to offer compensation but it takes into account the situation facing the residents of these areas.
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