Parliamentary Debate

A new Assisted Dying Bill proposed by Labour MP Kim Leadbeater aims to legalise assisted dying for terminally ill adults in England and Wales, allowing those with a life expectancy of six months or less to receive medical assistance in ending their lives. The bill includes stringent safeguards and is set to be debated in Parliament on 29 November 2024, reflecting shifting public sentiment and ongoing ethical debates surrounding end-of-life care.

Labour MP Kim Leadbeater has introduced a new bill proposing legalisation of assisted dying for terminally ill adults in England and Wales. Scheduled for debate on 29 November 2024, the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill allows eligible individuals to choose assisted death with strict safeguards in place to prevent coercion. The bill has attracted both support and concern, leading to calls for a deeper examination of palliative care services alongside the proposed legislation.