UK Parliament Faces Grave Decision on Assisted Dying Amidst Ethical and Social Risks

The United Kingdom is on the verge of a defining moment, with its Parliament poised to vote on the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill—a legislative proposal that, if passed, would permit terminally ill adults in England and Wales to legally end their lives under specified conditions. While the bill is hailed by proponents as compassionate progress, a critical examination reveals significant risks and gaps that demand sober scrutiny. Core Provisions and Political Landscape The bill allows adults over 18 diagnosed with a terminal illness and expected to live less than six months to request assisted suicide, provided they...