Falconer Addresses Parliament Act Use on Assisted Dying Bill
Lord Falconer has addressed inquiries concerning the potential application of the Parliament Act in relation to a proposed bill on assisted dying.
The Parliament Act is a constitutional mechanism that could potentially prevent the House of Lords from blocking the bill for a second time, a key aspect of its legislative journey.
Commenting on the matter, Lord Falconer noted the inherently controversial nature of assisted dying. He further emphasized the constitutional imperative:
Within the established constitutional framework, a decision must ultimately be made regarding whether the country should adopt such a change.