There was a programme about euthanasia on TV recently in which the law was once again under fire (its adversary being reason) when approaching the question of whether the individual has the right to take his or her own life (or more contentiously, whether caring family members can ethically assist). Presently the only countries where assisted suicide is legal are Holland and Switzerland (though Switzerland seems to be the location of choice, possibly cos it’s prettier).
Such trips are expensive however and prevent this option being available to all. So for anyone who’s watching the pennies, why not just pop down to your local embassy, which of course, is not governed by the laws of land where it is situated but by the country it represents? You could tootle down with your elderly relative during a lunch hour, or even on your way home from work, send them on their metaphorical way, and arrive home while your dinner is still warm and just in time for the start of EastEnders.
Peace of mind I’m sure to the individual involved, who surely wouldn't wish to be a burden, living or dead.
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In this blog, I find it quite ironic that in Zimbabwe Morgan Tsvangirai, to avoid increasing persecution, has sought refuge in the Dutch Embassy.
Using your powerfully logical rationale, it would be the last place in Zimbabwe that he wousd be safe as they would quickly euthanase him without so much as a moment's notice.
Morgan Tsvangirai took refuge today saying 'I think it would be safer for my supporters if I just give up!' I hope these words are not misconstrued by the Dutch Ambassador who might see it as a 'green light' to do the poor devil in.
Watch this space..
Mr G.
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