12th November, 2024.
What on Earth happened there?
I’ve paid my council tax for this year: or, at least, had enough help from Brentwood Council’s hardship fund, to cover the cost.
I got a revised, zero, bill in May of this year.
So … ?
Why the council email me, last night: with another revised bill? For £417?
I don’t know.
Understandably, I’m not a happy bunny.
Frankly?
I’m going to have to take documentary proof that the bill’s been settled, today: and that I’m getting Personal Independence Payment, as that also gets a discount.
But … ?
You’d think the council would keep a record of these things.
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You’ve heard of assisted dying, haven’t you?
The idea that those in severe need can opt to have help in ending their lives: with or without the help of a physician, or family member.
There’s been moves to introduce various bills over the years: moves that have had more attention, ever since author Terry Pratchett advocated for the idea, after his Alzheimer’s diagnosis.
Labour MP, Kim Leadbeater, has introduced a Private Members bill in the House of Commons: that legalises it in the UK.
It’s been published, today.
Personally?
Whilst it’s something I can’t see myself, or any member of my family, wanting?
It’s something I feel is like abortion.
It’s something that must be made legally available to those of us in the UK who need it.
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