Euthanasia pushes elderly to ‘dispose of themselves’ – Aontú

12th May 2023

The legalisation of euthanasia puts pressure on the elderly and people with disabilities to “simply dispose of themselves”, according to Aontú.

The party launched its manifesto for the North’s local elections earlier this week. The elections take place next Thursday.

Regarding end of life care, it says: “Euthanasia is not the answer to investment failures in palliative care. Euthanasia is not the answer to the limitations on our capacity to treat and heal. Assisted suicide recommits elements of our healthcare service to ending life – not preserving and prolonging life.”

On abortion the party reiterated its pro-life stance and said that parents need economic supports to raise their children. The party said it opposes abortion because it “ends the lives of human beings. Abortion targets the poorest, those with disabilities and females in particular. You are far more likely to be aborted if you are female, have a disability or are from a poor socio-economic background”.