Hi
I’ve been campaigning with Dignity in Dying for three years. In that time there’s been progress and roadblocks, but my commitment to the campaign stands firm - because even if the law does not change in time for me, I believe this choice should be available for future generations.
When I was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2014 I immediately knew what I didn’t want to experience at the end of my life. I want the option of an assisted death. Even as my condition worsens - I can no longer move my arms or legs and I need a ventilator to breathe - I am still fighting for change.
Dignity in Dying are about to make a big push in the campaign, and they need help. Can you contribute?
My MP was once a staunch opponent of assisted dying. I’ve been writing to him and meeting with him since 2018 - even my court case that shaped this debate for over a year didn’t convince him. But from when I first met him in person, I hoped I could change his mind.
Just a few weeks ago I was astonished on a phone call with him when he told me he’d changed his mind:
I know many of you will have MPs who oppose change, but I hope my news will encourage you to keep hoping and keep working on them!
Up and down the country, campaigners like me and you can drive this campaign forward - one by one minds will change until we have enough support in Parliament to change the law. Dignity in Dying gave me so much support, now I want them to be able to provide the same to everyone working hard to change their MPs’ mind.
By donating today, you are helping to ensure we can continue to change minds. Together, we will change the law.
Thank you for your generosity,
P.S. It only takes a moment, please will you donate today?
