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Sir Keir Starmer Commits to Assisted Dying Vote if Labour Wins

The Labour leader promises a parliamentary vote on legalizing assisted dying, highlighting the issue's importance to terminally ill individuals.

Overview

  • Sir Keir Starmer pledges a vote on legalizing assisted dying in the next Parliament if Labour secures victory in the upcoming general election.
  • The commitment follows a conversation with Dame Esther Rantzen, who has terminal cancer and has joined Dignitas, advocating for the change.
  • The last vote on assisted dying in the UK Parliament was in 2015, which did not pass; Sir Keir voted in favor of legalization at that time.
  • Recent polls show significant public support for legalizing assisted dying in the UK, with three-quarters of respondents in favor.
  • Critics express concerns about potential pressures on vulnerable individuals and the impact on palliative care, while supporters argue for compassionate choice.