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Isle of Man’s parliament votes Assisted Dying Bill through to next stage

Legalising assisted dying in one part of the British Isles has moved a step closer after the Isle of Man’s parliament voted a bill through to its next stage. The Assisted Dying Bill, as it stands, applies only to terminally ill adults who have been ...

31 Oct 2023 at 19:32

‘Isle of Man on path to be first in British Isles to legalise assisted dying’

Campaigners have hailed a “historic vote” on assisted dying which they said puts the Isle of Man on the path to becoming the first part of the British Isles to see it legalised. The Assisted Dying Bill, as it stands, applies only to terminally ill ...

31 Oct 2023 at 19:46

Doctor ‘cautiously optimistic’ Assisted Dying Bill will pass vote on Isle of Man

The doctor behind a bill which could see the first place in the British Isles come a step closer to legalising assisted dying said he is “cautiously optimistic” a vote this week will go through. Dr Alex Allinson acknowledged that while it is a ...

30 Oct 2023 at 00:01

MSP thinks there is enough support for general principle of Assisted Dying Bill

An MSP pushing to introduce assisted dying legislation in Scotland believes there could now be sufficient support for his Bill to pass its critical first vote at Holyrood. Liberal Democrat Liam McArthur is the third MSP to attempt to pass ...

02 Jan 2024 at 00:01

MSP says consultation finds 76% ‘fully supportive’ of Bill for assisted dying

The MSP who wants to change the law to allow assisted dying in Scotland said an “overwhelming” response to a consultation on his plans shows a majority support such a measure. A total of 14,038 responses were received in the consultation ...

08 Sept 2022 at 10:27

Scotland

Church of Scotland votes to review opposition to assisted dying

The Church of Scotland has voted to review its long-held opposition to assisted dying at its General Assembly. Commissioners at the Kirk’s annual meeting voted in favour of “exploring more deeply the diverse views held by Kirk members ...

24 May 2023 at 19:32

Current assisted dying law ‘cruel’, says minister as Bill due before Parliament

A Cabinet minister has branded the current law on assisted dying “cruel”, as campaigners for change welcomed news a Bill to give choice at the end of life will come before Parliament for the first time in almost a decade. Labour MP ...

04 Oct 2024 at 10:18

Starmer ‘pleased’ to keep promise to Esther Rantzen on assisted dying vote

Sir Keir Starmer said he is pleased he could keep his vow to Dame Esther Rantzen to make time for a debate and vote on assisted dying as a Bill is set to come before Parliament this month. The broadcaster, who is terminally ill ...

04 Oct 2024 at 16:07

Public panel supports law change to permit assisted dying

Assisted dying should be permitted in England, according to a panel comprising members of the public. Stopping pain and giving people dignity were among the top reasons for support, although it was stressed that anyone using ...

13 Sept 2024 at 00:01

Dame Esther makes plea to PM to follow through on assisted dying debate vow

Dame Esther Rantzen has made a direct plea to the Prime Minister to follow through on his vow to make time in Parliament for a debate and free vote on assisted dying. The Childline founder had a telephone conversation with ...

13 Sept 2024 at 10:54

Scotland

Campaigner tells assisted dying Bill committee that ‘no-one should be eligible’

The head of a campaign group opposed to plans to legalise assisted dying has told a committee scrutinising the proposals that “no-one should be eligible”. Responding to a call for evidence on the Assisted Dying for ...

19 Aug 2024 at 16:14

Local News

Call for ‘assisted living’ measures over assisted dying in Ireland

As Ireland prepares for a pivotal vote on the ‘Assisted Dying Bill’ on October 17, the debate surrounding life, autonomy, and societal responsibility has intensified. The proposed legislation, which aims to allow ...

08 Oct 2024 at 10:33

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