HC Deb 04 December 1992 vol 215 cc433-4W
Mrs. Ann Winterton

To ask the Secretary of State for Health what guidance is given by her Department to medical, nursing and ancillary personnel about their rights and obligations when they become aware that medical personnel are seeking to take steps intentionally to bring about the death of patients in their care.

Dr. Mawhinney

None. The rights and obligations of professional personnel in relation to such matters are covered by guidance and codes of conduct and ethics issued by the professional bodies.