Religious leaders unite to oppose assisted dying Bill in the UK

A group of 29 religious leaders, including the Bishop of London and the Cardinal Archbishop of Westminster, has signed a letter opposing the assisted dying Bill. They argue that the right to die could pressure vulnerable individuals to feel they must end their lives. The leaders emphasize the importance of investing in palliative care instead of legalizing assisted dying. They express concern that the Bill could lead to abuse and coercion, particularly among those who feel like a burden due to underfunded social care. MPs will debate the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill on Friday. The bill's sponsor, Labour MP Kim Leadbeater, insists it only applies to terminally ill patients with limited time left to live, countering fears of a slippery slope.