Simon Opher
Simon Opher is a Labour Member of Parliament who has been vocal in the discussions around assisted dying legislation. He was noted in the news for articulating concerns about the proposed safeguards within the bill, emphasizing the importance of protecting individuals with complex disabilities in the legislative process.
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Recent news mentions
Labour MP Simon Opher told the BBC that Keir Starmer needs to change his advisers in No 10.
Gordon Brown ‘deeply regrets’ bringing Peter Mandelson into his government | Gordon Brown
United Kingdom· 2026-02-07
Simon Opher is the MP for Stroud who publicly called for Morgan McSweeney's sacking over the Mandelson appointment.
Starmer’s embattled chief of staff may soon need to update his LinkedIn – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-02-06
Dr Simon Opher, a Labour MP blocked by Israel from entering the country this week, said the government had tried to use the threat of recognition as leverage.
Why Keir Starmer decided time was right to recognise a Palestinian stateUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-20
Dr Simon Opher stated that safeguards in the bill would not be robust enough for some individuals.
Tears and prayers as MPs reflect on the journey to a historic assisted dying vote | Assisted dyingUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-21
