A government impact assessment predicts that the number of people utilizing an assisted dying service in England and Wales could increase from 164-787 in its first year to 1,042-4,559 by the tenth year. The central estimate suggests around 2,183 users by then. While costs for oversight panels may reach approximately 13.6 million annually, potential NHS savings could range significantly from 919,000-59.6 million over the same period. The assessment was commissioned as part of new legislation proposed by MP Kim Leadbeater, emphasizing the system's expected efficiencies and protections for individuals facing terminal illness.
The expected use of an assisted dying service in England and Wales may rise significantly over the next decade, leading to potential substantial savings for the NHS.
By providing an assisted dying service, we can enhance the dignity of end-of-life care while potentially saving millions in healthcare costs for the NHS.
The assessment indicates that, while operational costs for the service will rise, the financial benefits from reduced end-of-life care are forecasted to be substantial.
The proposed legislation for assisted dying is seen as a practical solution offering greater safeguards and support for terminally ill individuals, contrasting sharply with the current legal framework.
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