Remove the DNR file that is placed under patients with disabilities.

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

Vulnerable people deserve the right to make these decisions themselves or the person/persons working in their care. In no way should someone be denied the right to live, especially without their knowledge or understanding. The disabled community is being viewed as a minority and it needs to stop.

Those with major health concerns, including children/adults with a disability are already at risk of contracting viruses in every day life, limiting their social norms, furthermore affecting their physical/mental well-being. Those working in care are also affected by the ongoing frustrations caused by the government which lacks the resources or respect to provide/fund for the disabled community. Taking away someone’s right to live, knowing they don’t have a platform to be heard is inhumane.

Why it was rejected

It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.

Decisions about do not attempt cardiopulmonary resuscitation (DNACPR) orders are made by individuals and clinicians, not the Government or House of Commons.

DNACPR orders should be made on an individual basis and in consultation with the individual or their family. You can find out more about DNACPR decisions here: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/do-not-attempt-cardiopulmonary-resuscitation-dnacpr-decisions/

Timeline

17 Apr 2023	Petition opened for signatures
25 Apr 2023	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21

Status Rejected

Rejected 25 Apr 2023

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