Jersey Parliament Approves Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Residents
The landmark vote paves the way for new legislation, with the first assisted deaths expected by 2027.
- The States Assembly voted 32 to 14 in favor of assisted dying for terminally ill adults.
- A proposal to extend the law to those with incurable but non-terminal conditions was rejected.
- The legislation will include a 14-day minimum period between the first request and the administration of life-ending substances.
- Health professionals will have the right to opt out of participating in assisted dying.
- The vote followed an emotional debate, with many members sharing personal stories.
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