The Isle of Wight MPs have given their views on the assisted dying bill, ahead of the vote on its second reading in the House of Commons on Friday (November 29).

Richard Quigley MP has come out against the bill, while Joe Robertson is still undecided.

Mr Quigley has given coercion and what the bill might lead to as reasons for opposition.

Mr Robertson also holds reservations about the unintended consequences of the bill.

According to the research briefing of the bill, the legislation aims to allow adults aged 18 or over, who have mental capacity, are terminally ill and are in the final six months of their life, to request assistance from a doctor to end their life.

Richard Quigley, MP for IW West, said: "There’s no escaping this is an incredibly emotive issue.

"I’ve probably received more emails, letters, and been stopped in the street to talk about this than anything else since being elected in July.

"It’s got people talking. And that’s what politics is about.

"Constituents have shared incredibly personal stories with me.

"Some of whom are terminally ill and still oppose it.

"That’s part of the reason I’m voting against this bill. I have real concerns over the potential for people to feel pressured, guilty, or even coerced into ending their life.

"There are also the practicalities of this proposed bill and I have to consider what it might lead to– so I can’t support it as it is.

"But I am respectful of those and the MPs who do.

"What this bill has done is start the conversation on what a good death looks like, and the need to ensure palliative care is the best it can be."

Joe Robertson, MP of IW East, said: "I am undecided on the assisted dying bill.

"I am open to the case for change, and I approach this as a matter of conscience, but I have reservations about this bill.

"I think the debate and discourse around assisted dying should continue whatever the result on Friday.

“The testimonies from those advocating for assisted dying—highlighting the importance of personal autonomy and the need to alleviate unnecessary suffering—are both powerful and deeply moving.

“However, I also have significant concerns about the potential unintended consequences of this bill.

"Questions around safeguards, implementation, and the long-term societal impact weigh heavily on my mind.

"While these debates are important, they must not overshadow the critical need for high-quality end-of-life services—a priority for me, shaped by my time working with Dementia UK."