- BIST10011,530-1.63%
- USD49.45+0.05%
- EUR55.62+0.37%
- GOLD4,166.90-0.34%
- INTEREST37.00%-1.00
- BITCOIN81,830-0.22%
- October 19, 202612°
- BIST10011,530-1.63%
- USD49.45+0.05%
- EUR55.62+0.37%
- GOLD4,166.90-0.34%
- INTEREST37.00%-1.00
- BITCOIN81,830-0.22%
- October 19, 202612°
Macron signs law legalizing euthanasia in France
French President Emmanuel Macron signed a law legalizing euthanasia on August 19. The legislation gives adults with severe, incurable illnesses in advanced stages the right to request assistance in ending their lives under certain conditions.
France's new legal framework on euthanasia entered into force after President Emmanuel Macron signed the law. The legislation introduces provisions that will apply under certain conditions to people with severe, incurable illnesses in advanced or terminal stages.
The French Parliament adopted the law in mid-July. On August 14, France's Constitutional Council ruled that the legislation complied with the country's constitution.
Who will be eligible under the law?
The law allows people experiencing suffering that cannot be relieved through treatment, or that would become unbearable if treatment were discontinued, to request assistance under the euthanasia framework.
The right to apply is limited to people over the age of 18. French citizens and people who legally reside permanently in the country will be eligible under the legislation.
The approval of the law was announced in a document published in France's official gazette, which stated: "The president approved this law."
Stay Updated with Ally Daily
Subscribe to be informed about special news, developments and announcements. We will keep you informed.
By signing up, you agree to our Privacy Policy
