Kathleen Lynch (Cork North Central, Labour) | Oireachtas source

I move amendment No. 254:

In page 65, between lines 28 and 29, to insert the following:“Purpose of this Part

56. (1) The purpose of this Part is to—

(a) enable persons to be treated according to their will and preferences, and

(b) provide healthcare professionals with important information about persons in relation to their treatment choices.

(2) A relevant person who has attained the age of 18 years and who has capacity is entitled to refuse treatment within the meaning of section 55for any reason (including a reason based on his or her religious beliefs) notwithstanding that the refusal—

(a) appears to be an unwise decision,

(b) appears not to be based on sound medical principles, or

(c) may result in his or her death.”.