Manitoba New Democrats and Progressive Conservatives discussed how they would deal with drug-related crime as the provincial election campaign entered its second week yesterday.

Tory Leader Brian Pallister says he would move on recommendations from the Manitoba Police Commission, which has been asked to examine the possible benefits of increased foot patrols, more security cameras and beefed-up enforcement of anti-panhandling bylaws.

He also promised $10 million for enforcement measures, including extra money for police drug units and for Crime Stoppers drug tips.

NDP Leader Wab Kinew reiterated an earlier promise that, if elected premier, he would open a safe consumption site in downtown Winnipeg. The Tories have opposed the idea of safe consumption sites.

Kinew says an NDP government would also support a managed alcohol program in Winnipeg, as well as detox, treatment and transitional housing across the province.