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Written question asked by Lord Peston (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 23 October 1997. It was answered by Lord Irvine of Lairg (Labour) on Thursday, 23 October 1997.


Irvine of Lairg, Lord

Question
Statement on whether they will take forward the Law Commission's Report on Mental Incapacity. - Includes fact that Government do not consider appropriate to legislate in this are without fresh public consultation and will issue a consultation paper by the end of the year. The consultation paper will not seek views on euthanasia.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
582 c215WA
Session
1997-98
Subjects
Law Ethics Euthanasia Learning disability Law Commission Mental illness Mental capacity Medicine Reform Mental Incapacity