MPs to Vote on Assisted Dying Legislation in England and Wales
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Members of Parliament will vote on Friday on a proposal to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales. The bill would allow adults with fewer than six months to live to apply for help to end their own life, provided they receive approval from two doctors and an expert panel. This legislation follows a previous attempt that passed the Commons but stalled in the House of Lords after peers tabled over 1,200 amendments. The bill is being reintroduced by Labour MP Lauren Edwards, who argues there is a human cost to the delay. Opponents, including the Catholic Church and some medical organisations, argue the bill lacks sufficient safeguards to protect vulnerable people from coercion. Some charities and critics also suggest that improving the funding and quality of palliative care should be the priority. The vote is expected to be close. Andy Burnham will miss the vote, and the prime minister has indicated he will not vote to avoid unduly influencing the debate. If the bill fails on Friday, it will fall, though supporters have stated they would attempt to pass legislation again as soon as possible. The debate begins at 9:30 am, with the vote taking place by 2:30 pm.
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