Written question asked by Lord Kempsell (Conservative) on Friday, 31 October 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Friday, 14 November 2025. It was answered by Lord Hanson of Flint (Labour) on Thursday, 13 November 2025 on behalf of the Home Office.
Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government whether they will make an assessment of the ability of police and courts to detect and prosecute offences relating to coercion as set out in the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill.
- Answer
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As is standard when introducing a new offence, the Ministry of Justice will engage with criminal justice agencies, including the police, CPS, and judiciary, before commencement. These bodies will develop guidance and training through their respective organisations, such as the College of Policing and the Judicial College, to ensure officers and practitioners have the necessary powers, knowledge, and skills to detect and prosecute offences under the Bill.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- HL11501
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- Crime Euthanasia Terminal illnesses
- Legislation
- Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill 2024-26
- Link
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- 2025-11-13 16:21:57 +0000
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