“The LORD has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy.” (Psalm 126v3)
After three years of speculation, debate and scrutiny, late Tuesday night the Scottish Parliament voted to reject the legalisation of assisted suicide by 69-57 votes. Along with The Christian Institute’s nearly 60,000 supporters, I rejoice that our gracious and merciful God has truly done a “great thing”.
Today is World Suicide Prevention Day — a global reminder that every life matters, and that those in despair deserve to be given hope, help and care.
And yet, in just two days' time, Kim Leadbeater’s assisted suicide bill will have its second reading in the House of Lords. This Private Members’ bill would legalise assisted suicide in England and Wales. What message does this send to suicidal people? One day we say, “Don’t give up,” and the next we consider legislation to allow the NHS to give people drugs to help them end their lives.
'Scotland has led the way, Westminster must follow'
“The LORD has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy.” (Psalm 126v3)
After three years of speculation, debate and scrutiny, late Tuesday night the Scottish Parliament voted to reject the legalisation of assisted suicide by 69-57 votes. Along with The Christian Institute’s nearly 60,000 supporters, I rejoice that our gracious and merciful God has truly done a “great thing”.