Isle of Man Assisted Dying Bill given Royal Assent
Summary
The Isle of Man has officially approved a law that allows adults who have lived on the island for at least five years and have a terminal illness with less than 12 months to live to request assistance to end their life. The law includes strict checks and medical supervision to ensure the process is safe and legal.Key Facts
- The Assisted Dying Bill has received Royal Assent on the Isle of Man.
- The law applies to adults with a terminal illness and life expectancy of 12 months or less.
- To qualify, a person must have lived on the island for at least five years.
- Every request will be carefully reviewed, medically supervised, and independently checked after the assisted death.
- The Isle of Man is the first place in the British Isles to pass such a law.
- Campaigners in favor say the law provides choice and dignity for people facing terminal illness.
- Some groups oppose the law, citing concerns about human rights and legal conflicts.
- Similar legislation was recently approved in Jersey, another island in the British Isles.
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