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Assisted deaths could top 4,000 a year within decade

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Growing number of MPs changing their mind on assisted dying

UK politics

Assisted deaths could top 4,000 a year within decade

MPs scrap judge sign-off in assisted dying bill

The High Court judge's approval requirement for assisted dying has been removed to enhance the bill's robustness.

First place in British Isles set to approve right to die

The Isle of Man is on the verge of legalizing assisted dying for terminally ill adults.

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French MPs to examine two bills on end-of-life care and assisted dying

France splits end-of-life care law into two bills: one for assisted dying and one for palliative care, to be debated separately in May.

MP attempts to gag criticism of assisted dying committee after Down Syndrome vote

Concerns over protecting vulnerable populations surfaced after a controversial amendment on assisted dying was voted down.

Domestic violence victims must be included in the assisted dying debate, campaigners say

Assisted dying legislation may unintentionally pressure victims of coercive control into suicide, warn charities.

Assisted dying law thrown into doubt as plans for rollout delayed by two years

The assisted dying law in England and Wales will now be implemented in 2029, coinciding with the next general election.

MPs scrap judge sign-off in assisted dying bill

The High Court judge's approval requirement for assisted dying has been removed to enhance the bill's robustness.

First place in British Isles set to approve right to die

The Isle of Man is on the verge of legalizing assisted dying for terminally ill adults.

fromThe Local France

French MPs to examine two bills on end-of-life care and assisted dying

France splits end-of-life care law into two bills: one for assisted dying and one for palliative care, to be debated separately in May.

MP attempts to gag criticism of assisted dying committee after Down Syndrome vote

Concerns over protecting vulnerable populations surfaced after a controversial amendment on assisted dying was voted down.

Domestic violence victims must be included in the assisted dying debate, campaigners say

Assisted dying legislation may unintentionally pressure victims of coercive control into suicide, warn charities.

Assisted dying law thrown into doubt as plans for rollout delayed by two years

The assisted dying law in England and Wales will now be implemented in 2029, coinciding with the next general election.

France politics

France's National Assembly backs assisted dying bill on first reading

France politics

French parliament prepares to vote on legalising assisted dying

France politics

France latest country to vote on assisted dying measures in lethal medication' bill

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France's National Assembly backs assisted dying bill on first reading

France's National Assembly has passed a bill allowing lethal medication for adults with incurable illnesses, reflecting growing public demand for end-of-life options.

French parliament prepares to vote on legalising assisted dying

France is moving towards legalizing assisted dying under strict conditions, potentially becoming one of the most regulated euthanasia laws in Europe.

France latest country to vote on assisted dying measures in lethal medication' bill

France's Assembly votes on a bill for assisted dying, highlighting a significant shift in end-of-life debates in Europe.

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Doctor criticises lightweight' assessment of impact of assisted dying

Assisted dying legislation may disproportionately affect disadvantaged communities, raising significant concerns about unchecked implications for minority and disabled populations.

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MPs opposed to assisted dying criticise distasteful' Esther Rantzen claims

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Assisted dying: California man invites BBC to witness his death as Parliament debates new law

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Doctor criticises lightweight' assessment of impact of assisted dying

Assisted dying legislation may disproportionately affect disadvantaged communities, raising significant concerns about unchecked implications for minority and disabled populations.

UK politics

MPs opposed to assisted dying criticise distasteful' Esther Rantzen claims

UK news

Assisted dying: California man invites BBC to witness his death as Parliament debates new law

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MPs to debate assisted dying bill following changes UK politics live

The assisted dying bill will be debated today, impacting the potential future of legislation allowing terminally ill adults to seek assisted dying.

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Esther Rantzen's daughter pauses interview as she pleads for MPs to see sense'

MPs to debate assisted dying bill following changes UK politics live

The assisted dying bill will be debated today, impacting the potential future of legislation allowing terminally ill adults to seek assisted dying.

UK news

Esther Rantzen's daughter pauses interview as she pleads for MPs to see sense'

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High court judge approval for assisted dying cases scrapped by MPs

The removal of High Court approval for assisted dying applications in the proposed legislation marks a pivotal change in UK law.

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More protections have been added to assisted dying bill, says Kim Leadbeater

High court judge approval for assisted dying cases scrapped by MPs

The removal of High Court approval for assisted dying applications in the proposed legislation marks a pivotal change in UK law.

UK politics

More protections have been added to assisted dying bill, says Kim Leadbeater

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Have your say: Has the assisted dying bill been strengthened or lost its safeguards?

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The assisted dying lobby isn't being honest with you disabled people are at risk from this bill | Lucy Webster

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Kim Leadbeater urges MPs to back palliative care amendment to assisted dying bill

Have your say: Has the assisted dying bill been strengthened or lost its safeguards?

The Independent emphasizes the need for accessible journalism amid pivotal issues like reproductive rights and assisted dying legislation.

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The assisted dying lobby isn't being honest with you disabled people are at risk from this bill | Lucy Webster

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Kim Leadbeater urges MPs to back palliative care amendment to assisted dying bill

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For, against, undecided: Three GPs give their views on assisted dying

Dr Abdul Farooq's beliefs about assisted dying are deeply influenced by his Muslim faith, and he views involvement in the act as 'sinful', firmly stating 'it would be a red line I would never cross'.

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You can let go now': inside the hospital where staff treat fear of death as well as physical pain

Palliative care prioritizes symptom relief for terminally ill patients over curative treatment, addressing both physical and emotional concerns.

Healthcare

The NHS is spending a fortune giving people a death they don't want

The UK no longer leads in end-of-life care, raising concerns about patient support and systemic healthcare issues.

UK politics

Give terminally ill people choice in how they die, MSP urges Scottish parliament

Canada news

'I could live 30 years - but want to die': Has assisted dying in Canada gone too far?

UK politics

Sturgeon to join MSPs voting against assisted dying

Mental health

You can let go now': inside the hospital where staff treat fear of death as well as physical pain

Palliative care prioritizes symptom relief for terminally ill patients over curative treatment, addressing both physical and emotional concerns.

Healthcare

The NHS is spending a fortune giving people a death they don't want

The UK no longer leads in end-of-life care, raising concerns about patient support and systemic healthcare issues.

UK politics

Give terminally ill people choice in how they die, MSP urges Scottish parliament

Canada news

'I could live 30 years - but want to die': Has assisted dying in Canada gone too far?

UK politics

Sturgeon to join MSPs voting against assisted dying

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Half of people fear timing of assisted dying law alongside benefits cuts, poll shows

The public is concerned about legalizing assisted dying amidst welfare cuts, reflecting greater awareness of potential risks than some advocates suggest.

Not a single person shied away': how a year chronicling end-of-life stories changed one photographer

Kingma's collaboration on The Power of Choice allowed him to confront his fear of death and provided a unique insight into the lives of those who chose assisted dying.

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On the Agenda: What's happening in France this week

The National Assembly debates a law on end-of-life care, including bills on assisted dying and palliative care, reflecting evolving attitudes towards dignity in death.

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Swinney will not support assisted dying in Scotland

"I have agonised over my decision... changing the law would alter the relationship between doctor and patient and could put pressure on vulnerable individuals."

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My parents holding hands after their assisted deaths: Martin Roemers' most personal photograph

Assisted dying allowed my parents to exit life together, reflecting their deep bond and desire to avoid separation in death.

Labour MPs want to delay assisted dying vote to focus on local elections

Labour MPs are delaying the assisted dying bill's vote, prioritizing local election campaigning over the sensitive issue's parliamentary debate.

Naz Shah turns on Kim Leadbeater's fundamentally flawed' assisted dying bill

Naz Shah claimed that the legislation is fundamentally flawed, stating the assisted dying bill now has weaker safeguards than during the November vote.

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