Towards a Humane, Practical and Evidence-Based Approach to Advance Care Planning

A response to the 'Draft General Scheme for Advance Healthcare Directives'

While accepting that legally-binding advance healthcare directives may be helpful in some specific cases, The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland has significant reservations about the Draft General Scheme for Advance Healthcare Directives as it is at present. This document outlines our reservations and responds to specific consultation questions.