Dame Esther expressed her gratitude on behalf of all those seeking ‘a pain-free death with dignity’ (Image: PA) Dame Esther Rantzen says her “impossible dream” of seeing assisted dying debated in the Commons may now come true, after Sir Keir Starmer renewed his vow to make time for it. The veteran broadcaster, 84, has fought … Read more
Lord Falconer’s bill is a major boost for campaigners. (Image: Tim Merry) The Prime Minister has been urged to keep his promise on assisted dying as a Bill seeking to change the law is set to be introduced in Parliament. In a major breakthrough for campaigners, long-time supporter Lord Falconer was drawn second in the … Read more
Lord Falconer’s bill is a major boost for campaigners. (Image: Tim Merry) The Prime Minister has been urged to keep his promise on assisted dying as a Bill seeking to change the law is set to be introduced in Parliament. In a major breakthrough for campaigners, long-time supporter Lord Falconer was drawn second in the … Read more
A grieving husband who watched his beloved wife suffocate to death over four days has “wholeheartedly” backed our assisted dying petition as it nears 80,000 signatures. Warwick Jackson, 63, is haunted by the memory of Ann’s final days spent gasping for breath and begging for help to end her agony. He said: “One time when … Read more
As MPs, we have failed to listen to the British public on assisted dying. Our colleagues in Australia and New Zealand, by contrast, have listened to the voices of their constituents, examined the evidence, and passed laws that are safe, compassionate and popular Now it is time for us to do the same. We have … Read more
