Euthanasia scare tactics

Monday, February 12th, 2018

Pro-euthanasia campaigners say the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Hamilton East is trying to scare parishioners into signing a ready-made submission form.

Submission forms printed for parishioners to fill in to oppose the bill say euthanasia could apply to people with gluten intolerance, arthritis and asthma.

The End of Life Choice Bill, currently before a parliamentary select committee, proposes a legal method of assisted death for people with terminal illnesses or grievous and irremediable medical conditions.

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