Tag: Public opinion on assisted dying
Analysis suggests over 30 MPs who voted for assisted dying may reconsider position
At least 36 Members of Parliament who previously voted in favor of assisted dying legislation are now indicating that they may reconsider their position in the future, according to a recent analysis. The bill,...
Assisted Dying Debate in Commons: Intelligent Vote Analysis by John Crace
The debate on assisted dying in the Commons was a rare moment of intelligent discussion and respectful disagreement. MPs from all sides listened attentively as the private member's bill to legalize assisted dying for...
Aftermath of MPs’ Vote on Assisted Dying Bill: What Comes Next?
MPs have voted to approve the assisted dying bill at a second reading, but the journey to becoming law is far from over. What happens next for parliament, the government, Kim Leadbeater, and the...
Starmer wins on assisted dying vote, but not credited
The recent vote on assisted dying saw Sir Keir Starmer's support for Labour MP Kim Leadbeater's bill, along with a majority of Labour MPs. This historic vote has significant implications for the country, but...
The Influence of Everyday Citizens on the Assisted Dying Vote
Kim Leadbeater, an energetic and engaging MP, has taken on the cause of legalizing assisted dying. With her personal experience of tragic loss, she has been a strong advocate for this change. However, the...
Debate Erupts as MP Questions Winter Fuel Payment Cut in Assisted Dying Discussion
During a recent assisted dying debate in the House of Commons, Independent MP Adnan Hussain stirred controversy by questioning Labour's decision to cut winter fuel payments for some terminally ill pensioners. His comments, which...
Assisted Dying Debate: Share Your Thoughts on Compassion and Controversy
The debate on assisted dying has once again come to the forefront, with Parliament preparing for a crucial vote on Friday. The proposed Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill aims to allow individuals...
Liz Kendall Supports Assisted Dying: Cabinet Minister’s Stance
Liz Kendall, the work and pensions secretary, recently announced her support for the assisted dying bill, becoming the first cabinet minister to do so since its publication. The bill, led by Labour's Kim Leadbeater,...
Legalising Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill: Safest Choice, Says MP
Legalizing Assisted Dying for the Terminally Ill: A Controversial DebateA bill proposing the legalization of assisted dying for mentally competent adults with a life expectancy of six months or less has sparked a heated...
Assisted Dying: Reader Debate on Dignified End or Slippery Slope
Assisted Dying: Reader Debate on Dignified End or Slippery SlopeThe assisted dying debate continues to spark discussions and raise important questions about quality of life, autonomy, and ethical considerations. Recently, a retired RAF engineer,...