Rónán Mullen (Independent) | Oireachtas source

Of course there will be cases brought on grounds of equality, whether it is to do with mental suffering, irremediable suffering or disability. This is part of the vulnerability of opening up this whole debate. It has been made it abundantly clear, including by my friend and colleague Senator Clonan, in his impassioned and clear discourse on the subject here today, that we have so much to do, not only for persons with disabilities but also with regard to the care of people in advanced years, those with mental health challenges and the great need for improved palliative care supports in various areas.

We have heard enough about the gross injustices associated with euthanasia and assisted suicide regimes. The sooner committee moves on to the positive agenda, the better. Without commenting one way or the other on the principle the witnesses have made clear that they want to follow, which is the positive agenda of helping people to live well, it should be the business of this committee from now on. I hope I have not misrepresented any of their views in explaining to them what I have taken from what they said.