Assisted dying
Coverage of Assisted dying in the Nexus archive.
- Fewer than one in 10 voters think legalising assisted dying should be a priority for their local MP as mega-poll reveals widespread opposition to reviving defeated Bill
Fewer than one in 10 voters prioritize legalising assisted dying for their local MP, with widespread opposition to reviving a defeated Bill.
- Dawn French calls for assisted dying to be legalised in the UK as she joins the many celebrities backing the bill: 'It's a no-brainer'
Dawn French, a British comedian and actress, has publicly called for the legalization of assisted dying in the UK, joining a group of celebrities supporting the bill. She described the issue as 'a no-brainer,' emphasizing the need for legal clarity and patient autonomy.
- Assisted dying could be resurrected and forced into law using 'nuclear option' after supporters handed second opportunity
Supporters of assisted dying legislation have been given another opportunity to advance the proposal, potentially using parliamentary procedures described as a 'nuclear option' to force it into law. The move represents a significant development in the ongoing debate over end-of-life medical practices in the UK.
- UK assisted dying bill fails after delays but advocates vow to try again
The UK assisted dying bill, aimed at legalizing assisted dying for terminally ill individuals, failed to pass after delays. Advocates have pledged to reintroduce the legislation in the future.
- The end of assisted dying? Controversial Bill set to fail TODAY after battle in the Lords... but supporters are ALREADY vowing to force it through next time
A controversial Assisted Dying Bill is set to fail in the House of Lords today, but supporters are already planning to reintroduce it in the future. The bill has sparked significant debate over end-of-life choices.
- ‘Not democratic’: opponents and backers of assisted dying bill remain divided
The attempt to introduce assisted dying laws for terminally ill people in England and Wales failed, leading to divisions between supporters and opponents. Supporters blamed the bill's failure on sabotage by unelected peers in the House of Lords, despite its passage in the House of Commons.
- Healthy mother's decision to end her life at Swiss suicide clinic today reignites UK assisted dying debate
A healthy mother in the UK traveled to a Swiss suicide clinic to end her life, sparking renewed debate over assisted dying in the UK. The case highlights ethical and legal tensions surrounding end-of-life choices.
- Healthy mother's decision to end her life at Swiss suicide clinic today reignites UK assisted dying debate
A healthy mother chose to end her life at a Swiss suicide clinic, sparking renewed debate in the UK about assisted dying. The case highlights ongoing ethical and legal discussions surrounding end-of-life choices in the UK.
- 'Tragic': Healthy but heartbroken British mother's moving account of her decision to end her life reignites debate over assisted dying in the UK
A healthy British mother's decision to end her life due to heartbreak has reignited debate over assisted dying in the UK. Her emotional account highlights the personal and ethical complexities surrounding the issue.
- Why can’t Britain pass an assisted-dying bill?
The article examines Britain's struggle to pass an assisted-dying bill, highlighting systemic legislative barriers and political challenges. It frames the issue as a case study in failed legislation, emphasizing procedural and ideological obstacles.
- Stop dawdling
Sir Keir Starmer is highlighted as Britain's best hope for legalizing assisted dying, though the article ends with a critical note about delays in progress.