Esther Rantzen's recent letter urging MPs to support assisted dying in England and Wales was met with backlash from several lawmakers who took issue with her claims that opposition stemmed from secret religious beliefs. During a five-hour debate, MPs voted on amendments to the bill, aiming to respect healthcare workers' rights to opt out and to protect vulnerable individuals. Criticism of Rantzen's remarks highlighted concerns over disrespecting legitimate objections, with various MPs arguing these comments were clumsy and undermining to serious ethical discussions surrounding the issue.
Florence Eshalomi emphasized the disrespectful nature of Rantzen's comments towards those sincerely opposed to the bill, stating it was insulting to professionals' valid concerns.
Jess Asato urged the bill's sponsor to denounce Rantzen's distasteful remarks, stating these criticisms undermine the serious ethical debates surrounding assisted dying.
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