Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Tuesday, 17 October 2023

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Assisted Dying

Healthcare Provision and Healthcare Professionals: Discussion

Photo of Pa DalyPa Daly (Kerry, Sinn Fein)
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Two things stood out from what Dr. O'Shea said. In his submission to the committee, he said he was not advocating for dementia to be included in the legislation as a qualifying condition at this time. Does that mean he is open to including it at some stage? He also said he wanted to adopt a conservative approach initially. Does he mean that is what he wants initially with it being broadened out at a later stage?