New amendments to the assisted dying bill in England and Wales propose the establishment of review panels appointed by a commissioner chosen by the Prime Minister, raising concerns among some MPs. The bill, introduced by Labour MP Kim Leadbeater, aims to legalize assisted dying for terminally ill individuals. Critics argue that removing high court oversight, initially included in the bill, undermines protections and could jeopardize its support within Parliament. The panel system aims to alleviate judicial bottlenecks while enhancing coercion protections, though the recent changes surprised many lawmakers, causing apprehension about the revised structure's efficacy.
The introduction of assisted dying review panels, overseen by a commissioner appointed by the Prime Minister, has raised concerns regarding the removal of high court oversight.
Some MPs worry that the new panel system could lose support for the bill, as many initially voted for it based on judicial oversight.
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