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@danny5 I’ve done a bit of research. Interesting and in accordance with my expectations.
It seems that a DNR which is properly documented (that needs to be emphasised!) is legally binding on medical professionals and they can face legal consequences if they ignore it.
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/8866-do-not-resuscitate-orders
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8996286/
A DNR is not binding on people who aren’t medical professionals.