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The rise of the "super-council" - plus, assisted dying interview with Kim Leadbeater

The New Statesman | UK politics and culture

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Navigating Assisted Dying Legislation

This chapter examines the proposal for a multi-disciplinary approach to assisted dying legislation, advocating for additional safeguards involving various professionals. It explores the balance between judicial oversight and parliamentary governance, alongside comparisons to international practices. The discussion highlights MPs' uncertainties about the bill's outcomes, emphasizing concerns around safeguarding and the influence of coercive control.

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