I AM writing to ask Thurrock Gazette readers for their assistance.

I am conducting a research project into the subject of euthanasia and assisted suicide and I would like to have as many views on the subject as possible. If any Gazette readers would like to send their views to me, you can e-mail me at easproject@hotmail.co.uk. I will keep the identities of those who participate confidential. The project covers only voluntary active euthanasia (acts by patient consent) and assisted/physician assisted suicide (acts of suicide where the means is provided by a third party but the patient commits the act themselves). – MYLES COOK, Argent Street, Grays.