That this House notes the growing interest in the right to death with dignity; recognises the valuable work of the medical profession in alleviating suffering; believes, however, that people have the right to die when they wish; and calls upon the Government to bring before the House proposals which, subject to stringent safeguards, would facilitate this.

That this House notes the growing interest in the right to death with dignity; recognises the valuable work of the medical profession in alleviating suffering; believes, however, that people have the right to die when they wish; and calls upon the Government to bring before the House proposals which, subject...

That this House is aware of a recent National Opinion Poll survey which shows 75 per cent. of the population are in favour of the principle of voluntary euthanasia; is further aware that in Holland doctors who act within the published guidelines for the proper practice of euthanasia are not prosecuted; and calls upon the Home Secretary to make a statement with a view to appropriate legislation in a forthcoming Parliamentary Session.

That this House is aware of a recent National Opinion Poll survey which shows 75 per cent. of the population are in favour of the principle of voluntary euthanasia; is further aware that in Holland doctors who act within the published guidelines for the proper practice of euthanasia are not...