“…I want to see the Government, in this parliamentary Session, do more on fixing end-of-life and palliative care. All older people should be able to die with dignity, comfort and choice. We are now at a crucial point, given where we are with attempts to introduce the assisted dying Bill.”
Record by topic
- Assisted dying179th of 3924.0
- Palliative & end of life care269th of 5404.0
- Cancer521st of 6432.0
- Dentistry access179th of 1972.0
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“…it, as it allows a debate on this important issue, which has caused concern in Northern Ireland about access to NHS dentists and not having massive expense imposed on people seeking dental treatment.”
Control of Mercury (Enforcement) (Amendment) Regulations 2025 · 2025-10-30 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…It is assisted suicide and we should call it for what it is. Human life carries dignity and meaning in every stage and circumstance. That worth is not reduced by age, illness or disability. When people fear pain, we must provide support for better relief.”
Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill · 2025-09-12 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…More than 1,000 die each year from lung cancer, accounting for 23% of all cancer-related deaths. I cite these figures in relation to the suffering they represent in Northern Ireland to demonstrate that we need measures in this legislation that will apply right across our United Kingdom.”
Tobacco and Vapes Bill · 2025-04-23 · Read on Hansard ↗
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