The Victorian Government has made changes to the state's voluntary assisted dying (VAD) laws to make the service more accessible to those suffering from terminal illnesses.

There have been 13 proposed amendments to the current legislation that was introduced in 2017, including removing a clause that banned doctors from suggesting VAD as a valid option to terminally ill patients wishing to discuss end-of-life options.

It has also extended the life expectancy limit for eligibility from six months to a year, and allowed people with degenerative diseases to require the consent of just two doctors rather than three.

Premier Jacinta Allan claimed the changes made it easier and fairer for those with terminal illnesses, whilst still keeping the process robust and safe.

"People who are terminal

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