The NHS can afford assisted dying, Starmer tells Streeting
- Sir Keir Starmer is confident the assisted dying law is workable, despite Wes Streeting's concerns about budget issues and resource allocation in the NHS.
- The Commons voted in favor of the Terminally Ill Adults Bill by a majority of 23 votes, allowing terminally ill adults to apply for assisted death.
- Wes Streeting warned that legalizing assisted dying could drain resources from other parts of the health service and highlighted the need for improved end-of-life care.
- Dame Esther Rantzen urged peers not to obstruct the landmark legislation, which could become law in 2029 if it passes through the House of Lords.
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Starmer ‘Confident’ on Assisted Suicide Bill Despite Streeting’s Budget Concerns
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said on Wednesday he is “confident” that the assisted suicide bill is workable and can be applied if it becomes law. Starmer was asked by reporters if the will of parliament must be implemented and whether a budget for the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill can be found. He responded: “It is my responsibility to make sure the Bill is workable, and that means workable in all its aspects. “I’m confident we’ve …
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