Liam McArthur, a Scottish Liberal Democrat MSP, has recently made headlines for introducing a bill in the Scottish Parliament that seeks to legalize assisted dying for terminally ill individuals in Scotland. This bill, if passed, would allow mentally competent adults with a terminal illness to receive assistance in ending their lives. The proposal has sparked debate among MPs and MSPs in the UK and its crown dependencies.
Born on August 8, 1967, Liam Scott McArthur has been serving as the Member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP) for Orkney since 2007. As a prominent figure in the Scottish Liberal Democrats, McArthur has been actively involved in advocating for various social and political issues, including healthcare and end-of-life choices. His proposed bill on assisted dying reflects his commitment to addressing the rights and choices of terminally ill individuals in Scotland.