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Three years of assisted dying in NZ: How well is the law working?

September 22, 2024

Q+A's Whena Owen meets anaesthetist Dr Katie Ben, who flies around the South Island doing consultations with terminally ill patients. (Source: 1News)

New Zealand's assisted dying law is reaching its third anniversary and its first mandated review.

As of late this week, a total of 964 people have died by legally sanctioned euthanasia — about one New Zealander every day.

Q+A took a look at the issues around the the End of Life Choice Act this week.

ACT MP Todd Stephenson has introduced a members bill that would remove a requirement that a terminally ill patient has less than six months to live in order to be eligible for an assisted death. He spoke to Q+A about his legislation.

ACT MP and health spokesperson Todd Stephenson joins Q+A. (Source: 1News)

Former National MP Simon O'Connor, who chaired the health select committee which considered euthanasia, and was a vocal opponent of assisted dying legislation also gave his thoughts as to the legislation's outcomes.

The former National MP speaks to Q+A. (Source: 1News)

For the full story, watch the videos above.

Q+A with Jack Tame is made with the support of New Zealand On Air

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