Luís Couto

Luís Couto is the president of the Association of Prison Directors and Deputies in Portugal. He has been vocal about the severe challenges facing the country's prison system, particularly the lack of investment and resources since the early 2000s. Couto has raised concerns about the imminent closure of prisons due to these ongoing issues, highlighting the need for better funding, infrastructure repairs, and improved working conditions for prison staff. His statements emphasize the demotivation among prison personnel and the necessity of attracting qualified professionals to ensure effective reintegration programs for inmates.