Elaine Loughlin: Dignified death must be debated in a dignified manner

In 2021, Vicky Phelan said she was a young woman with young kids, who didn't want to die. She called on politicians to progress assisted dying legislation. 'I'd rather be well and have a shorter time frame. I'd like my children to have memories of doing stuff with me and if I die sooner, so be it.'

FOR those of a certain faith today, Holy Saturday, is a poignant and reflective day.

Jesus, having died on the cross on Good Friday, was laid in a tomb. Holy Saturday focuses the mind on death and the fragility of life.