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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Harriette Boucher

Hospices could see staff quit over assisted dying bill, charity boss warns

A charity boss fears some hospice staff and volunteers may resign if the assisted dying bill becomes law, as the sector braces for profound changes.

In an already under-resourced workforce, Hospice UK’s chief executive Toby Porter fears the passing of the controversial legislation could see workers who disagree with the bill exit the sector.

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