Esther Rantzen urges Lords not to block assisted dying
Summary
Dame Esther Rantzen has asked the House of Lords not to block a bill that would allow terminally ill adults in England and Wales to choose assisted dying. The bill passed in the House of Commons but needs approval from the Lords to become law. There are mixed views, with supporters highlighting the safeguards and critics worried about potential pressure on vulnerable people.Key Facts
- Dame Esther Rantzen supports the assisted dying bill and spoke to the House of Lords.
- The bill passed in the House of Commons by 314 votes to 291.
- The bill must be approved by the House of Lords to become a law.
- The bill allows terminally ill adults with less than six months to live to choose assisted dying.
- They must make two declarations, confirmed by two doctors, that they want this.
- Some peers, including Lord Shinkwin, worry it could pressure vulnerable people.
- Lord Shinkwin mentioned concerns that safeguards in the bill might weaken over time.
- The bill includes a review by a panel and a "reflection period" before the decision.
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