The debate about death that split the country

Tomorrow, MPs will vote on a Bill that, if passed, would allow terminally ill people with less than six months to live the right to take their own lives - a radical departure from the status quo. The debate has split parliament and the public. So, is it a kindness or the beginning of a dangerous and slippery slope? If you or someone you know has been affected by suicide, support and advice can be found with the Samaritans or SANE . This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory Guests: Mark Mardell, broadcaster and writer, Movers and Shakers podcast and assisted dying correspondent, Prospect. Kaya Burgess, science reporter and religious affairs correspondent, The Times. Host: Manveen Rana. Producer: Edward Drummond. Clips: Times Radio, ITV News, Two Women Chatting. Photo: Getty Images/Times illustration Get in touch : thestory@thetimes.com This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.