MSP Liam McArthur confident Holyrood will back his proposal to legalise assisted dying for terminally ill

The video discusses the political and public mood surrounding a bill for assisted dying for terminally ill adults in Scotland. It emphasizes the need for robust scrutiny by the Scottish Parliament and highlights the importance of the bill in providing a compassionate and safe option for those facing a bad death. The current law is deemed unsafe, with no regulation or transparency, forcing some to seek alternatives like going to Switzerland. The bill aims to address these issues by setting clear eligibility criteria and ensuring safety and compassion.

What is the main purpose of the bill discussed in the text?

What are the eligibility criteria mentioned for assisted dying?

How does the speaker describe the current state of the law regarding assisted dying?

What options do dying people currently have according to the text?

What does the speaker believe the bill would increase for dying people?