70 million will remove homeless people from the streets of Lisbon

“We are responding to a serious problem that requires stronger action from everyone,” he says. CM Carlos Moedas. The mayor adds that “a new unit will be created with all the capabilities to strengthen the response capacity.”

Around 300 people living on the streets were surveyed to develop the municipal plan, which will begin implementation in 2024. Over seven years, 70 million euros have been allocated with 81 measures, including support for projects that provide work to people in this condition.

Homelessness is on the rise in Lisbon, and areas such as Gare do Oriente and Avenida Almirante Reis are two examples. Municipality figures show the number rose to 394 last year, up from just over 300 in 2021. Carlos Moedas says it is a “never-ending job” that cannot depend solely on “the support of local authorities.” and adds that the state must “take responsibility.”