Psychiatrists come out against assisted dying Bill in new paper

A dignified death is possible with good palliative care, College of Psychiatrists says

Paul Cullen Health Editor
The Dying with Dignity Bill has passed at second stage in the Dáil and is due to come before the a special Oireachtas committee in the new year. Photograph: iStock

The Dying with Dignity Bill has passed at second stage in the Dáil and is due to come before the a special Oireachtas committee in the new year. Photograph: iStock

Psychiatrists have come out strongly against a proposal to introduce assisted dying in Ireland, saying it is not compatible with good medical care and could place vulnerable patients at risk.

Euthanasia is unnecessary, can result in suffering and may lead to unintended consequences such as a further increase in demand, the College of Psychiatrists of Ireland has warned.

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