Assisted dying vote live: Doctors fear they will become ‘bringers of death’, MP says
We’ve been asking readers for their views as part of our poll.
Richard W, of Bournemouth, supports the bill. “As a paramedic working on the frontline of the NHS, I see the misery and suffering of people approaching the end of life, and the distress it causes their families.
“For an honest opinion of the topic of assisted dying, instead of asking those who are detached from the face-to-face realities, talk to the care home staff, paramedics, emergency departments and Macmillan nurses. Talk to those who are seeing these people suffer a slow, painful and prolonged death.”
But Jill E, of Durham, said: “Having cared for and cherished three loved ones who were terminally ill until their passing in my arms, I can say they treasured every last moment of their lives. Pain was managed… and they were surrounded by love.
“It concerns me that this bill may not protect those who are not supported by love, will feel pressured for financial reasons by others to die sooner instead of putting in place good care, excellent pain management and an environment where the person can enjoy their last days, however restricted.”
The poll, which you can see at the top of the article, currently shows 71% of our readers back the bill.