Promise to Dame Esther Rantzen
Sir Keir Starmer has made a promise to cancer-stricken TV icon Dame Esther Rantzen that he will allow a vote on assisted dying if Labour comes into power. The veteran broadcaster, 83, has been diagnosed with stage-four lung cancer and has expressed her support for a change in the law.
Support for a law change
During a phone call captured by ITV News, Sir Keir Starmer voiced his personal support for legalizing assisted dying and assured Dame Esther that he would allocate time for MPs to discuss the matter if he becomes Prime Minister. He emphasized the importance of not prolonging the agony of those in need and expressed his desire for a vote on the issue within five years after the election.
Esther Rantzen's perspective
Esther Rantzen, who has taken the courageous step of joining the Dignitas clinic in Switzerland, shared her uncertainty about her prognosis and the importance of living each day to the fullest. Despite her health challenges, she maintains a positive outlook and gratitude for the time she has.
A personal journey
Esther's journey with cancer began with the discovery of a lump in her armpit, prompting medical attention and a subsequent diagnosis of stage-four lung cancer. Despite the uncertainties that lie ahead, she remains resilient and appreciative of the moments she has.
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