This Subject Spotlight contains topics of a sensitive nature. In this captivating Subject Spotlight, Dr Kieran Doran introduces the very topical but controversial debate surrounding euthanasia, whilst interweaving the legal and moral implications in. The title is: Euthanasia: should it be legalised in the UK? - a thought provoking and critical topic of discussion in the modern age. Dr Kieran Doran begins by giving an overview of what euthanasia is, the moral difficulties, and where it is currently legal. He also thinks about consent, and how the approach to euthanasia has changed from a healthcare professional approach to a more patient centric approach. He concludes by explaining what the law on euthanasia is today in the UK. He goes on to investigate the Mental Capacity act 2005, and how that has impacted legislation for doctors, as well as document undue influence and the factors that are key to this theory, before explaining informed consent and how it relates to professionalism. In episode 3, Kieran introduces two very important case studies in reference to euthanasia. One case study focuses on the act of euthanasia abroad, and how laws are different in two jurisdictions. Dr Kieran also discusses a second case study which occurred  in the UK. Finally, Kieran presents a well-known legal case surrounding euthanasia and sets you a research activity which encourages you to consider the many elements involving a delicate scenario like this.