Humanists disappointed by Lords decision on assisted dying The British Humanist Association (BHA) has expressed deep disappointment that Peers in the House of Lords have voted against an amendment which would reform the law on assisted dying. Peers voted on Lord Falconer of Thoroton’s amendment to the Coroners and Justice Bill, which would have removed the threat of prosecution of friends and relatives who compassionately accompany terminally ill loved ones abroad to die in a country where assisted dying is legal.