Terminally ill Territorians could soon have the right to dying legally
Voluntary assisted dying laws are expected to pass the Northern Territory Parliament today, in a move that will legalise the practice across Australia.
The Northern Territory Parliament is set to vote on voluntary assisted dying (VAD) legislation today, which will legalise the practice across the country and align it with the rest of Australia. Almost all parliamentarians in the Territory are in favour of the bill, though some intend to introduce amendments. VAD laws are expected to pass the Parliament in a conscience vote, ending a 25-year ban in the Northern Territory and the ACT.
The Country Liberal Party (CLP) government's proposed legislation will face heated debate, with amendments targeting clauses that limit access to VAD and prohibit healthcare professionals from discussing the option with patients. These amendments are not expected to pass, as opposition leaders also plan to introduce similar changes.
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