'Star Trek' star backs assisted death

Actor Patrick Stewart has declared his wish to be allowed an assisted death.

Sun, 17 Apr, 2011 - 13:30

Actor Patrick Stewart has declared his wish to be allowed an assisted death.

The 'Star Trek: The Next Generation' star opened up about his decision to become a patron of Dignity in Dying, which campaigns for a change in the law.

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Courts Entertainment Heathrow Place: Switzerland Person: Patrick Stewart Person: Stewart Person: Terry Pratchett Person: Peter Saunders Person: Sarah Wootton Person: Pratchett Organisation: Sunday Times Organisation: BBC Organisation: Care Not Killing Organisation: Dignity in Dying Organisation: Dignitas

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