Smith : Mr Nicklinson sets up a petition in support of his right - to - die case . Nicklinson : Court ruling raises yet more ` ` physical discomfort , misery and mental anguish '' Life is too painful for too many reasons for Twitter to make a significant difference . '' The High Court says such a significant legal change is down to Parliament . Nicklinson 's brain was unaffected , but most of his body is paralyzed after a stroke .
Smith : Mr Nicklinson sets up a petition in support of his right - to - die case . Nicklinson : Court ruling raises yet more ` ` physical discomfort , misery and mental anguish '' The High Court says such a significant legal change is down to Parliament . Nicklinson 's brain was unaffected , but most of his body is paralyzed after a stroke .