Portugal's capital city has become a hotbed for drug activity in recent months, with the open consumption and dealing of drugs becoming a common sight in broad daylight
Portugal, with its warm weather, stunning architecture and renowned high-quality yet affordable wine, has long been a popular destination for Brits, attracting over two million visitors every year. However, recent arrivals in the capital have been met with an unsightly problem on the streets.
Portuguese media outlet O Globo reports: "Syringes and other disposable materials associated with the consumption of psychoactive substances accumulate in public spaces, putting public health at risk, both for the consumers themselves and for all the people who carry out their daily lives in these spaces."
This suggests that the problem of rising drug use may persist. Moedas pointed out that since the pandemic, there has been "an increase in drug use" in Lisbon and called for "help from the state" while affirming that "the City Council has played its part".
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