The Voluntary Euthanasia (Legalization) Bill (1936) revisited

|March 1, 1991

Abstract:

In view of the continuing debate on euthanasia, the restrictions and safeguards which were introduced into the Voluntary Euthanasia (Legislation) Bill 1936 are discussed. Proposals for a new Terminal Care and Euthanasia Bill are suggested, based on some of the principles of the Mental Health Act 1983.

Keywords:

British Medical Association Death and Euthanasia Legal Approach Mental Health Act 1983 (Great Britain)Voluntary Euthanasia (Legalisation) Bill 1936

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