Assisted dying debate should come after end-of-life care reform, says Burnham
Summary
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the country should fix problems in palliative care and social care before starting a debate on assisted dying. He supports discussing assisted dying in the future but believes that better care and funding must come first.Key Facts
- Andy Burnham is the prime minister and former Greater Manchester mayor.
- He said assisted dying is a tough issue that should wait until social and palliative care improve.
- Burnham supports proper funding and reform of hospices before passing assisted dying laws.
- He has changed his view after personal experience with his father’s dementia care.
- Burnham expects some social care improvements will need tax rises but aims to use existing resources first.
- He favors a cross-party approach and open talks with Conservatives and Liberal Democrats.
- Burnham said social care reform options have changed since 2010, possibly needing a more voluntary approach.
- The government wants to be honest with the public about tough decisions related to funding care.
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