The history of reform shows that humane and well-argued proposals only tend to pass into law when there is a strong public voice behind them. The people who struggle against inhumanity make their mark by creating a better world. We can't help those who have died in abject suffering, but we can work for the good of those whose death is yet to come - not only by striving for better, caring services, but by restoring control to the individual who has entered the last phase of life. Back to Contents 3. A survey published in the British Medical Journal in 1994 showed that a considerable number of doctors are already acceding to requests for active voluntary euthanasia.
Many more doctors feel that a change in the law is overdue.
Yet any move towards legislation of Voluntary Euthanasia has so far been blocked by opponents. Misunderstandings abound, and we hope in this leaflet to lift and remove any fears and misapprehensions. If you wish to write or phone, we are also glad to answer any queries. International support is growing rapidly. A number of countries are actively considering legislative reform.