Esther Rantzen 'disappointed' after report on assisted dying

Esther Rantzen, the noble lady, has shared her feelings on Sky News, mentioning that she is not satisfied with the latest report on assisted dying, as it hasn't urged a discussion in the parliament.

The person, who is 83 years old and suffering from stage four lung cancer, is advocating for individuals dealing with physical ailments and a life span of six months or less to be given the option of deciding when they will pass away.

She announced in December of the previous year that she had become a member of Dignitas.

According to the report released by the health and social care committee, the standard of palliative care hasn't decreased in nations where assisted suicide is permitted.

The report emphasized the urgent requirement for better mental health assistance for those with a terminal illness. Additionally, it suggested the implementation of a nationwide plan promoting comprehension and support for individuals following a terminal diagnosis.

But Dame Esther desires that the committee could have taken an additional measure.

During an interview with Sky News, she expressed her desire for the report to recommend that parliament hold a new discussion on the matter. This is because the issue has not been debated since the year 2015.

It's a very important matter that can mean the difference between life and death for many people.

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In England, Northern Ireland, and Wales, it is against the law to assist someone in dying. If someone helps another person to end their life in another country and returns with them, they could face charges.

According to Dame Esther, the specific incidents that were highlighted in the report are difficult and responsible for causing distressing emotions. She further classified the existing laws as disordered and chaotic.

Describing her present state, the television celebrity shared: "I choose to remain indoors and relish in the company of my loved ones and the feline that has taken a liking to us. This is the current course of my life."

I discuss death a lot and I prefer to focus on living instead.

The conversation occurred not long after Rebecca Wilcox, the daughter of Dame Esther, shared with Sky News how much she was hurting because of her mother's situation.

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During an interview with Kay Burley on Sky News Breakfast, she expressed her reluctance to allow her loved one to go to Dignitas. She added that she would stop any plane her loved one attempts to board and take the drugs away from them, but the idea of them experiencing a distressing death is unimaginable.

It's terrible that we have to struggle for this, instead of focusing on enjoying our happiest moments and avoiding anxiety about the worst ones that might happen.

According to her daughter, Dame Esther is having thoughts that this might be her final encounter with the spring season.

The future is quite scary and overwhelming. My mother is a fearless and resilient person who doesn't shy away from airing her thoughts. Nevertheless, one can't blame her for fearing pain because it's only human to do so.

Ms. Wilcox has the same opinion as her mother that the United Kingdom is falling behind on its legislation for assisted dying.

She spoke about how our country, which is well known for being progressive and embracing new and innovative democratic practices, is falling behind compared to other nations.

It seems to me that we are stuck in an ancient mindset where end-of-life care is considered superior to mitigating suffering.

Certainly, a noble passing signifies a life well-lived. If one has lived with self-respect, then why wouldn't one exit this world with self-respect as well?

Esther was well-known for hosting a popular show called That's Life! during the 70s and has gained recognition for her philanthropic efforts.

In the year of 1986, she established a helpline named "Childline" and in the year 2013, she introduced "The Silver Line" that provides assistance to aged individuals who experience loneliness.