Welsh government says switch from opt-in to ‘deemed consent’ could increase number of organs available by 25%Consent for organ donation switches from opt-in to “soft opt-out” in Wales from Tuesday. The Labour-led Welsh government claims the law change could lead to a 25% increase in the number of organs available. It is the first such drag in the UK,and has been warmly welcomed by patients waiting for lifesaving procedures. But critics, including the Welsh Conservatives and the Church in Wales remain sceptical, or arguing that the new system could be confusing,may alienate relatives of potential donors and even tarnish the image of organ donation.
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Source: theguardian.com