I don't have a view on the media aspect but i do believe assisted suicide should be legal in this country. I'm sure there are many many people who are condemmed to a very limited and often painful existance who would jump at the chance to go when they want, AND to be able to die in the arms of a loving partner or companion.
To force them overseas or to commit suicide alone is just uncompassionate. However, i also believe such action should only be available after considerable counselling to all involved, over say a minimum of 3 or 6 months.