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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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Topic Guide
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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Poll suggests public support peers voting down assisted suicide billA new poll has found that 70% of the public believe that the House of Lords have the right to vote against non-government legislation. This comes as peers continue to scrutinise the…
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Campaigners ask for extra time to consider Assisted Suicide Bill
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Peers granted more time to scrutinise assisted suicide bill
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Media personalities say assisted suicide bill harms those with eating disordersIn an open letter to the House of Lords, several charities including Mind have written to “express deep concern” about the Leadbeater Bill and “the serious risk it poses to people with…
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Peers table record number of amendments to assisted suicide billThe Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill has attracted over 940 amendments ahead of its committee stage in the House of Lords — a record number for a private member’s bill.…
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