Petition · Department of Health and Social Care

Legalise medically supervised assisted dying in confirmed cases of brain death

Open for signatures 92 signatures

What the petition asks

I want the Government to legalise medically supervised assisted dying in confirmed brain death cases. I believe families should not have to face potentially waiting days for the body to shut down and that a clear legal framework would reduce suffering, protect dignity and support grieving families.
I believe the law should be reviewed to allow compassionate, medically supervised assisted dying in confirmed brain death cases, after a short period for goodbyes. I think this would protect dignity, support families, and provide clear safeguards.

Timeline

27 Mar 2026 Petition opened for signatures

Key facts

Signatures 92
Status Open for signatures
Department Department of Health and Social Care
Opened 27 Mar 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.