On Friday 29 November, Parliament will be debating and voting on the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill. This is a Bill to allow adults who are terminally ill, subject to safeguards and protections, to request and be provided with assistance to end their own life. It is appropriate that the debate on these issues has been respectful from all those participating.
The vote will be a ‘free vote’ in Parliament, as is long-standing tradition for such issues of conscience, all MPs will be able to vote as we wish.
Many constituents have contacted me about this issue with their personal experiences which I have been very grateful for. Before I cast my vote, I want to make sure that I hear from as many of you as possible on this issue.
I will also take time to listen and learn from experts, terminally ill people, families and from those working in palliative care to gain a greater understanding and awareness of all of the issues and challenges.
You can access my survey here:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BassetlawADS?fbclid=IwY2xjawGtYrlleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHVQv9hjIjoF8oKS7MJJ1kaWZA5z8LaybB2T1kT2rGHpemWJjC7NmLK-FfA_aem_tEfMRAZ51bym8HHr1zPjWw
