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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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Westminster Assisted Suicide Bill now highly likely to fallThe Assisted Suicide Bill at Westminster is now highly likely to fall due after the government refused to give it any more parliamentary time.
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Jersey vote to approve assisted suicide legislation
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Senedd narrowly votes in favour of assisted suicide motion
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Scottish doctors warn against Assisted Suicide BillScotland’s top doctors have raised “significant collective concern” about the removal of safeguards from the assisted suicide bill which will be voted on in Holyrood in March. The Scottish Government have said…
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CARE: Senedd Members should reject Assisted Suicide Consent MotionWelsh Members of the Senedd must reject the irredeemably flawed assisted suicide bill, CARE said today.The warning comes as the Welsh Senedd prepares to debate a Legislative Consent Motion on the Kim…
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Assisted suicide bill could bypass the Lords
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