Nicklinson denied right to die
Two victims of locked-in syndrome, including Tony Nicklinson, have lost their High Court battles for the right to end their lives when they are ready with medical help.
Two victims of locked-in syndrome, including Tony Nicklinson, have lost their High Court battles for the right to end their lives when they are ready with medical help.
Paul Bowen QC, representing Mr Nicklinson, confirmed - as expected - an appeal will be made after the High Court denied his right to have a doctor end his life.
Today's judgment in @tonynicklinson - no right to die w dignity: http://t.co/tBrFtkA5. There will be an appeal.
The Courts have left it up to Parliament -so what next for the right to die issue?
Tony Nicklinson, who was left paralysed by a catastrophic stroke, has lost his High Court battle to have a doctor end his life.