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According to a statement by the Malta Police Force, an internal document which sets out the policy and procedure in respect of testing for abuse of drugs and alcohol misuse was issued in November 2021.
The policy applies to all police officers irrespective of rank, who were, and are, subject to random routine drug testing. Since the policy was issued, 83 tests were conducted.
It was reported earlier in May of this year that three police officers resigned after testing positive for cocaine. A fourth officer was found to be under the influence of alcohol during work hours.
The law empowers the prime minister to dismiss any officers found under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Home Affairs Minister Byron Camilleri had stated that the law demonstrates a zero-tolerance approach to use among members of the forces.
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