Scottish First Minister John Swinney publicly opposes a new bill proposing assisted dying for terminally ill patients. The proposed legislation, initiated by Liberal Democrat MSP Liam McArthur, is set for a vote on 13 May. Swinney expressed that his Christian faith influenced his decision, vehemently arguing that legalizing assisted dying would undermine doctor-patient trust and could pressurize vulnerable individuals to choose death prematurely. He also indicated that this vote is critical, as it may influence other MSPs, particularly within his own party, as it marks the third attempt at such legislation in Scotland.
"I have agonised over my decision... changing the law would alter the relationship between doctor and patient and could put pressure on vulnerable individuals."
"The legislation seeks to allow terminally-ill patients to request medical assistance to end their lives, under strict conditions of mental fitness and terminal illness."
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