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109. Is it time to legalise assisted dying? (Kim Leadbeater)
Nov 25, 2024
Kim Leadbeater, a Labour MP and advocate for a private member's bill on assisted dying, brings her unique perspective shaped by personal tragedy, having lost her sister Jo Cox to murder. In a compelling discussion, she tackles the ethical dilemmas of legalizing assisted dying and the urgent need for compassionate public discourse. Leadbeater also shares insights into the challenges MPs face in balancing personal beliefs with public responsibilities, alongside the impact of political polarization and the importance of enhanced palliative care.
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- Kim Leadbeater advocates for legalizing assisted dying, emphasizing the critical importance of personal choice for terminally ill individuals.
- The proposed bill includes stringent safeguards to prevent coercion, ensuring a transparent process for those seeking assisted dying.
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Introduction to Assisted Dying Legislation
The podcast features Kim Leadbeater, an MP proposing a private member's bill on assisted dying, a topic that has sparked significant public interest and debate for decades. Leadbeater, appearing at the forefront with her bill after being drawn first in the parliamentary ballot, emphasizes that the issue around choice at the end of life for terminally ill individuals is pivotal and increasingly relevant. In her view, the public sentiment, as demonstrated by various polling data, strongly supports a change in legislation regarding assisted dying. This bill marks a critical point where the discussion on assisted dying can be re-engaged after a decade of stagnation since the last parliamentary debate on the topic.
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