The debate around assisted dying is once again front and centre—both in the press and in Parliament. With a new assisted dying bill under consideration, the implications for medical professionals, lawmakers, and people of faith are profound. What does this proposed legislation mean for Catholics and other faith communities? How should people of conscience respond?
Join The Tablet for a timely and thought-provoking webinar that delves deep into the moral, ethical, and social dimensions of assisted dying. Through the lens of Catholic teaching and public ethics, we will explore what’s at stake in this national debate.
Our expert panel brings together voices from medicine, philosophy, theology, and public policy to offer nuanced insights and challenge assumptions:
Professor Julian Hughes – Honorary Professor, Medical School, University of Bristol and former NHS Consultant and Professor in Old Age Psychiatry and Philosophy of Ageing. A leading thinker on ethics, dementia, and end-of-life care.
Professor Philip Booth – Professor of Finance, Public Policy and Ethics, and Director of Catholic Mission at St Mary’s University, Twickenham. An expert in Catholic social teaching and its application to policy.
Dr Lily Lamb – GP and clinical academic at Newcastle University; representative on the RCGP Council for North East England. Brings a grounded perspective from frontline medical practice.
Wednesday 14 May 2025 | 6:00 – 7:00 PM BST