The minister in question, Palma Ramalho, refused to increase support for drug addicts. Her statements came in response to a request made by the Lisbon PSP commander, who had requested more support for this population.
According to the minister, there is no information indicating that current support is insufficient. This position was publicly expressed after the statements by the Lisbon PSP commander, who warned of the need for more resources in this area.
The request from the Lisbon PSP commander focused on the need for more support for drug addicts, an issue that concerns public safety and health in the Portuguese capital. The government's response, through Minister Palma Ramalho, maintains that existing support is adequate.
