US EditionAssisted dying Bill needs ‘further consideration’ before becoming law, MSPs told
- Holyrood’s Health Committee examined the bill proposing legalisation of assisted dying for adults with terminal illnesses but chose not to advise on its general principles in the stage one vote held in early 2025.
- The committee highlighted strong feelings on both sides and noted complex issues beyond Scottish Parliament powers, with Health Secretary Neil Gray confirming the Bill exceeds devolved competence.
- Key concerns include human rights, coercion, eligibility, assistance provision, self-administration, conscientious objection, and the need for independent oversight to protect vulnerable people.
- Proponent Liam McArthur emphasized the Bill seeks to balance rights for terminally ill adults with safeguarding vulnerable groups, citing consistent public polling supporting assisted dying choice across demographics.
- The Bill will face a free vote soon, requiring further scrutiny and dialogue between Scottish and UK Governments to address legal and ethical issues before potentially becoming law.
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Parts of a Bill to legalise assisted dying in Scotland would need “further consideration” if the proposals pass a key vote at Holyrood, MSPs on…
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