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Some believe the existence of assisted dying legislation could create an implicit pressure on terminally-ill people - even if no-one is actively trying to coerce them.

Elise disagrees that the bill would coerce people into prematurely ending their lives, as this option would only be available to those with six months to live.

It would make it illegal for someone to pressure, coerce or use dishonesty to get someone to make a declaration that they wish to end their life or to induce someone to self-administer an approved substance.

Under the proposed legislation, it would also be illegal to pressure or coerce someone into making a declaration that they wish to end their life.

The BBC spoke to a third woman, who says in the late 90s she was locked in a room by the boss as he attempted to coerce her into sexual activity.