The committee considering the assisted dying bill has voted to eliminate the requirement for High Court judges to approve applications, which supporters claimed was a vital safeguard. Labour MP Kim Leadbeater proposes a three-member panel including a legal expert, a psychiatrist, and a social worker will now review applications instead. Despite Leadbeater's claim that this change enhances protections, a faction of Labour MPs warns it compromises judicial safeguards and undermines protections for the vulnerable, raising alarm about the bill's trajectory and procedural integrity.
The requirement for a High Court judge's approval for assisted dying applications has been dropped, raising concerns about the safety and protection of vulnerable individuals.
Labour MP Kim Leadbeater contends the changes will make the law more robust and safer compared to the current ban, promoting protection for terminally ill patients.
A group of 26 Labour MPs argues that removing High Court oversight undermines safeguards for vulnerable individuals, indicating severe flaws in the legislative process.
The proposal suggests replacing the judge with a panel, suggesting a shift towards a multi-disciplinary approach in reviewing assisted dying applications.
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