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Assisted dying mover 'relieved' by royal assent

Manx Newscast

Tuesday, 20 October 2026 - 7 minutes

The mover of the Island's assisted dying act admits it's a relief to know the legislation has been granted royal assent.

Former Ramsey MHK Alex Allinson has welcomed today's announcement in Tynwald, confirming the proposals have now become law.

Dr Allinson had to make a number of changes after the UK's Ministry of Justice originally said it couldn't recommend the bill for royal assent.

He's been speaking to Sian Cowper: