When asked to describe their views on assisted dying both in principle and in practice, here’s what the public said:
Support in principle + practice: 59%
Support in principle, in practice don’t think possible to create adequate laws: 19%
Oppose in principle, but willing to… pic.twitter.com/SNNBLS1ocW— YouGov (@YouGov) November 22, 2024
How do Britons feel about the requirements of the assisted dying bill?
Must have mental capacity to consent and have given clear and independent decision: 85% say should be a requirement
Made 2 signed, separate declarations expressing wish to die: 81%
2 independent judges must… pic.twitter.com/Lkgpxmrmnw— YouGov (@YouGov) November 22, 2024
59% of Britons say assisted dying is something they would consider for themselves if they had a terminal illness that was painful and/or debilitating
68% would want it available as an option for loved oneshttps://t.co/pBQIvPia2s pic.twitter.com/RF6bjT37g8
— YouGov (@YouGov) November 22, 2024
Under what circumstances do Britons think assisted dying should be legal?
Patient has terminal illness that is painful and/or debilitating: 83% should be legal
Patient has terminal illness: 80%
When patient has incurable condition that is painful and/or debilitating, but not… pic.twitter.com/f3HANTgDiL— YouGov (@YouGov) November 22, 2024
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