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Written question asked by Lord Alton of Liverpool (Crossbench), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 8 November 1999. It was answered by Lord Hunt of Kings Heath (Labour) on Monday, 8 November 1999.


Hunt of Kings Heath, Lord

Question
Whether there are any differences between their policies in relation to the removal of assisted nutrition and hydration from (a) patients in persistent vegetative state; and (b) other mentally incapacitated patients; and whether they have any plans to propose changes to the law or practice in relation to such matters. [HL 4466].

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
606 c121-2WA; HL 4466
Session
1998-99
Subjects
Law Food Euthanasia Medical treatments Patients Mental capacity Reform Persistent vegetative state