Q&A: Right-to-die debate

The latest legal challenges want doctors to be able to assist in someone's death

The Supreme Court decision is the latest stage of a case that has been running since 2005. Tony Nicklinson, a man with locked-in syndrome, lost his court battle to legally end his life in 2012. Soon after, he became ill, and died a few days after the verdict. His widow, Jane, was joined in her application by another man - Paul Lamb, who put forward and lost the same argument in the court of appeal - and a third man known only as 'Martin'.

Why do these men want a change in the law?

What are the different legal actions?

What does the current law say on this?

What is the current law on assisted suicide around the UK?

Are there any guidelines on prosecution on assisted suicide?

Is there any real chance the law could change?