Mr. Drew Harris:

There are a couple of elements to the drugs problem. The organised crime element, which is leading to vicious feuds, is very much a policing problem. At the opposite end, there is an addiction problem, which is a health problem, in effect. I do not think there is a criminal justice response to that. In the middle of that, the casual use of drugs like cocaine by people with sufficient wealth who do not live in areas that are badly affected by violence is a policing issue as well. There are degrees of drug use. It is my genuine view that addiction is a health issue and requires a health solution. Organised crime will always be our issue. The possession and use of some drugs, particularly the so-called recreational use of cocaine, is very much a policing issue.