The All-Party Parliamentary Group
The APPG for Dying Well promotes access to excellent care at the end of life and stands against the legalisation of assisted suicide
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Summary of APPG – 08.11.23
The APPG for Dying Well hosted a public event on Wednesday 8th November in the House of Lords, titled, 'Why 'assisted suicide' harms the vulnerable and does not end suffering'. Speakers from various jurisdictions who have either legalised, or are considering...
Canada’s Continuous Expansion of MAiD: a Terrifying Prospect
Canada's recent decision to expand MAiD, coming into effect in March 2024, will mean that those suffering solely from mental health issues will be given the green light to request death- a terrifying prospect for so many. In 2016, Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD)...
Doctors Reject Assisted Suicide on the Isle of Man
A recent survey conducted by the Isle of Man Medical Society has found that 74% of doctors are against any change to the existing assisted suicide legislation. Despite various questionable polls suggesting that support for assisted dying, more accurately termed...
