International Reporter Daily Dawn, Dawn TV Report
Paris: The French parliament has given initial approval to a controversial but historic “right to die” bill.
Under this law, people who are seriously, or terminally ill and are facing unbearable pain will be able to legally request to end their lives with medical assistance.
The bill was approved in the French National Assembly by 305 votes while 199 members opposed it. President Emmanuel Macron called this development “an important step towards fraternity.” However, there is strong opposition from conservative parties.
According to the law, patients who are over 18 years of age, are citizens or permanent residents of France and are in the final stages of an unbearable and incurable disease will be able to apply. The process involves several safeguards, such as voluntary application, approval by a medical team, and a review period.
If the patient is unable to take the medication themselves, the medication can be administered with the help of a doctor or nurse. The medication can be taken at home, in a nursing home, or a hospital.
The bill will now go to the French Senate for debate, but the National Assembly has the final say in the event of disagreement.
According to a recent poll, 90 percent of French people support the law. This support has been growing steadily over the past two decades.
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