Amy Winehouse anti-drugs poster sparks complaints

A photograph of Amy Winehouse seemingly under the influence of drugs or alcohol has been used in a poster arguing against the decriminalisation of drugs in Switzerland.

The singer, who died last month at the age of 27, appears above the French-language slogan reading "No - to the decriminalisation of drugs", The Local reports.

Fans in Switzerland have complained about the image but the Young SVP political party in Unterwallis has defended its campaign, The Local reports.

Grégory Logean, president of Young SVP Unterwallis, told Blick: "The death of Amy Winehouse put a sad reality before our eyes that other parties often forget - the harmful effects of drug consumption.

"It is not our methods which are shocking - it is reality. We are displaying a photo that the whole world already knows. Winehouse was known not only for her songs, but above all for her drug excesses."

A decision will reportedly be made next week regarding the physical publication of the poster, which is currently only available online.

Winehouse's father Mitch has urged politicians to help young people suffering from problems with addiction. He has also announced plans for an Amy Winehouse Foundation to support those in need.

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