David Cullinane (Waterford, Sinn Fein)
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If that is the case, the question then is whether or not we legislate to give them the option to die at a time of their own choosing and, as they would see it, with dignity. From Dr. McHale's perspective, is it then a question of moral or ethical issues, or is it more a question of, as Dr. Kelleher mentioned which is why I wanted to come back to it, the possible implications that it might have for others? If we were to permit assisted dying through legislation in the circumstances where there is good palliative care and there is very strong family support, clarity of mind and purpose, is Dr. McHale's concern the impact that it would have on others that perhaps would not have that clarity of mind? Is that the thrust of the evidence she is presenting?