By Sam Tomlin2024-04-11T12:47:00
In a recent conversation with Esther Rantzen, Sir Keir Starmer made it clear that he supported plans to legalise assisted dying in the UK. As a minister and the parent of a child with Autism, Sam Tomlin has serious concerns
A couple of weeks ago, Sir Keir Starmer, leader of the Labour party, met with Esther Rantzen. Rantzen has lung cancer and is campaigning for a change in the law to allow euthanasia (or assisted suicide). Starmer made his views clear: “I’m personally in favour of changing the law”, he told her. “Esther, I can give you that commitment right now.”
Public opinion also seems to be on Rantzen’s side. With the Campaign for Dignity in Dying reporting that 75 per cent are in favour of assisted dying, it may be a case of when and not if the UK follows countries like the Netherlands and Canada in legalising euthanasia (Greek for ‘good death’). The Scottish parliament is already preparing a bill to this effect.
2024-05-03T11:54:00Z By Andrea Williams
Esther Rantzen’s petition to legalise assisted dying received more than 200,000 signatories, triggering a parliamentary debate. Christian Concern’s Andrea Williams is calling on politicians to protect the sanctity of life
2024-04-25T12:03:00Z By Sharmila Meadows
When you work in Westminster, you get used to the high drama of parliamentary debate. But this should never be confused with petty name-calling and rudeness, says Sharmila Meadows. It may be culturally acceptable, but it isn’t to God
2023-10-06T14:43:00Z By Tim Dieppe
Withdrawing medical treatment against the wishes of patients and families, is a sign that society does not value all lives equally, says Tim Dieppe. Human life is sacred and Christians must fight to protect it
2025-10-13T15:22:00Z By Rebecca Chapman
A brave act of inclusion or a misguided stunt? The new graffiti-style art installation inside Canterbury Cathedral has divided opinion, with even the Vice President of the USA wading into the debate. Rebecca Chapman notes that if a Cathedral can’t point people toward gospel truth, then the church is in serious trouble
2025-10-13T15:06:00Z By O'Neil Dennis
Forrest Frank’s decision to avoid Christian award shows has stirred loud debate. Founder of StepFWD awards, O’Neil Dennis, welcomes Frank’s refusal to take the stage. It reminds us we must not worship the gift, but the source of the gift, he says
2025-10-09T13:48:00Z By Ben Cohen
US talk show host Bill Maher has attacked the media for its silence over the genocide of Christians taking place in Nigeria where thousands have reportedly been murdered by groups including Boko Haram and Islamic State. But the genocide claim is contested by the Nigerian government who say “simplistic” accusations only “fuel propaganda”. What’s the truth? Ben Cohen from Open Doors gives his view
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