The statement from the Irish bishops says the Bill represents 'a radical transformation of the meaning of healthcare'. Photo: Mark Marlow/The Irish NewsThe country’s Catholic bishops have expressed disquiet over the proposed Dying with Dignity Bill, describing it as “fundamentally flawed” and saying it represents “a failure of compassion”. This would represent a radical transformation of the meaning of healthcare,” and has “implications for society as a whole”, the bishops state. This task group will be made up of lay women and men, including young people, religious, priests and bishops. From April 6, an online page will be available on the Bishops’ Conference website for the submission of ideas and suggestions.

Source: Irish Independent March 11, 2021 11:37 UTC