Luís Neves. "Political responsibility" for the loads "is mine"

During a parliamentary hearing, Minister Luís Neves emphasized that decisions regarding police interventions against protesters in Lisbon and Porto are under the autonomy of the PSP. He expressed his political responsibility for the situation but clarified that operational decisions are made by the police leadership. Neves acknowledged the injuries caused during police actions but defended their legality, citing constitutional support. He dismissed claims of extremist involvement in the protests and highlighted the government's commitment to ensuring public safety. Neves also discussed the need for investment in police forces and improvements in border control efficiency, noting significant reductions in wait times at Lisbon airport. He faced criticism from opposition members regarding police actions and his leadership, but maintained confidence in his role and the police's operations.