Isle of Man to Become First in British Isles to Legalize Assisted Dying

The Assisted Dying Bill has passed its final legislative hurdle and awaits royal assent, with implementation expected by 2027.

The Isle of Man's legislative council approved the final reading of the Assisted Dying Bill on March 25, 2025, marking a historic step in the British Isles.
The bill will now proceed to royal assent, the final step before becoming law, with implementation anticipated by 2027.
The law will allow terminally ill adults with a prognosis of 12 months or less, who have lived on the island for at least five years, to choose assisted dying.
Doctors on the island will have the option to opt-in to providing the service, in line with recommendations from the British Medical Association.
Proponents highlight the bill as a culmination of 20 years of advocacy for dignity and autonomy in end-of-life decisions, while opponents raise ethical concerns about potential risks to vulnerable individuals.