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MHK's plan to have committee review Assisted Dying Bill clauses

Proposed legislation due for second reading in HoK

An Onchan MHK is hoping to refer discussion over assisted dying to a committee of MHKs.

The Assisted Dying Bill is due to have its second reading in the House of Keys on Tuesday (31 October).

If it's carried Rob Callister wants to see the clauses of it reviewed by five politicians who would then produce a report by the end of February next year.

The topic has divided opinion – Christian campaigner Peter Murcott told Manx Radio it contradicts the Suicide Prevention strategy:

But Julie, a suicide prevention officer, says she thinks the legislation is being confused:

You’ll be able to listen to the bill being discussed in the House of Keys via Manx Radio’s AM1368 frequency, on DAB or via the Manx Radio website. 

You can find out more about the Assisted Dying Bill HERE

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