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All life has intrinsic value and dignity – regardless of its condition. We recognise how immensely difficult it is to suffer or to see a loved one enduring pain, but, as Christians, we are called to protect those who are vulnerable and assist people to live – not to commit suicide.
And we want to advocate for a better way: excellent palliative care, so that those approaching life's natural end can have confidence that death can be dignified and pain can be managed.
Contact your MP about assisted suicide
We are acutely concerned about Labour MP Kim Leadbeater's assisted suicide Bill in the Commons. If passed, it would allow people diagnosed with a terminal illness to get lethal drugs from a doctor, which they can use to end their life.
It is so important that MPs hear from their constituents on this issue especially as it is being rushed through in haste without much chance for debate. Please click the button below to use our email tool.
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You matter because you are you, and you matter to the end of your life. We will do all we can not only to help you die peacefully, but also to live until you die.
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Looking for a resource to give out at your church to help people understand the key issues at play around Assisted Suicide?
This guide by CARE examines the ethical, legal, and societal aspects of assisted suicide, presenting evidence, diverse perspectives, and a Christian viewpoint to inform balanced debate.
To order hard copies of the Topic Guide, please contact us at mail@care.org.uk.
News about Assisted Suicide
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Labour MPs: Assisted suicide Bill "irredeemably flawed"A group of Labour parliamentarians have told party colleagues that Kim Leadbeater's assisted suicide bill is "irredeemably flawed and unfit to become law".
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Isle of Man set to legalise assisted suicide
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Planned welfare cuts could push to some to assisted suicideA leading Paralympian and Peer has warned that possible welfare cuts could push people with a chronic illness and a disability towards choosing an assisted suicide.
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Assisted suicide law could be "lethal weapon" for domestic abusers - expertsExperts on domestic abuse have warned MSPs that assisted suicide legislation before the Scottish Parliament is a threat to victims, saying a law change could provide a "lethal weapon" to abusive men.
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