RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 The Voluntary Euthanasia (Legalization) Bill (1936) revisited. JF Journal of Medical Ethics JO J Med Ethics FD BMJ Publishing Group Ltd and Institute of Medical Ethics SP 25 OP 29 DO 10.1136/jme.17.1.25 VO 17 IS 1 A1 Helme, T YR 1991 UL http://jme.bmj.com/content/17/1/25.abstract AB In view of the continuing debate on euthanasia, the restrictions and safeguards which were introduced into the Voluntary Euthanasia (Legislation) Bill 1936 are discussed. Proposals for a new Terminal Care and Euthanasia Bill are suggested, based on some of the principles of the Mental Health Act 1983.