Assisted Dying Bill [HL]

Key Points

• It applies to adults who are terminally ill and allows them to obtain specified assistance to end their own life on request.
• A legal framework and safeguards would govern who can provide the assistance and how it is carried out.
• The bill includes connected provisions related to end-of-life care and related matters.
• Parliamentary papers supporting the bill include Amendment Papers, a Select Committee report, and briefing papers; it has had its first two readings in the Lords.

Progress

The bill is at the second reading stage in the House of Lords. It began with its first reading in May 2021 and a second reading in October 2021; further stages in the Lords (and possible consideration by the Commons) would follow if it progresses.