A bill to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales passed an early stage in Parliament, raising serious concerns. Many people, including Bishop John Sherrington, fear it could pressure vulnerable people into ending their lives and shift how we view end-of-life care. Critics argue the bill hasn’t been properly examined and lacks strong safeguards, like the need for a judge’s approval. There are also worries about how it might affect hospice care, palliative support, and the rights of doctors who object. Bishop Sherrington urges people to contact their MPs and share personal stories to oppose the bill, stressing the importance of valuing every human life, even in suffering.
Watch the interview with Archbishop-elect John Sherrington, where he explains why we should oppose assisted dying
DO NO HARM – THE SLIPPERY SLOPE OF ASSISTED DYING – Do No Harm is a short documentary which highlights some of the grave concerns around proposals to legalise assisted suicide
Ten reasons to oppose assisted suicide and euthanasia
Source: Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales
