Hospices are at centre of debate over assisted dying bill - what do they think?

Hospices are in the spotlight amid the assisted dying bill debate in England and Wales. Rowcroft Hospice is one of many grappling with the proposed legislation, uncertain about its impact on services and funding shortages. The bill aims to give terminally ill patients autonomy over their end-of-life decisions, but concerns about pressure, palliative care improvements, and funding challenges remain key themes. As the discussions progress, hospices like Rowcroft face tough decisions, weighing community and staff perspectives on offering this option to patients.