Rollout of assisted dying service ‘best not done at speed’ says Chris Whitty

Professor Sir Chris Whitty appeared before MPs scrutinising the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill (House of Commons/UK Parliament/PA) - (PA Wire)

Work to provide an assisted dying service in England and Wales should not be rushed, and “simplicity” is key for good safeguards, a top medic has told MPs.

England’s chief medical officer Professor Sir Chris Whitty was the first witness to appear before a committee scrutinising the assisted dying Bill.