Christian Institute Urges Action Against Assisted Suicide Legislation

The Ongoing Battle Against Assisted Suicide and Unrestricted Abortion

The Christian Institute is rallying its followers to continue advocating against the advancement of unrestricted abortion and assisted suicide legislation. Although these issues gained traction in the House of Commons last month, they must still pass through the scrutiny of the House of Lords to become law. The Institute sees potential in swaying the outcome, particularly concerning assisted suicide.

Support for assisted suicide in the Commons experienced a notable decline, reducing from a 55-vote majority to a slim 23-vote lead by the final voting. As the House of Lords prepares to deliberate on the matter in September, the Christian Institute is encouraging supporters to voice their concerns to the peers, urging them to reject the bill.

While the House of Lords typically refrains from obstructing government legislation outlined in election manifestos, the current proposal for assisted suicide is an exception. It was not part of the Labour party’s election promises and is considered a private member’s bill, not government legislation.

The Labour party itself is divided on the issue, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer endorsing assisted suicide, while Deputy Angela Rayner and Health Minister Wes Streeting oppose it.

Several professional organizations have also expressed opposition to the plan. The Royal College of Pathologists opposes it based on practical considerations, citing a lack of expertise among its members to evaluate assisted suicide procedures. The Royal College of Psychiatrists warns that the legislation could lead to the suicide of individuals with treatable mental health conditions.

Prior to the vote, an open letter denouncing the bill was signed by over 1,000 doctors, describing it as “deeply flawed” and “not safe.” They expressed concerns that vulnerable individuals, particularly those facing domestic violence, could be coerced into suicide with state-sanctioned assistance.