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Assisted Dying
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Disability activists urge PM Burnham to postpone assisted dying legislation
Disability campaigners, including several prominent public figures, are lobbying Prime Minister Andy Burnham to improve social care services before considering new legislation on assisted dying.
Prime Minister Burnham demands better social care funding prior to assisted dying debate
Prime Minister Andy Burnham suggests that securing reliable social and palliative care funding must take precedence over debating assisted dying legislation.
French Parliament Passes Assisted Dying Legislation Following Prolonged Debate
France's National Assembly has narrowly approved an assisted dying bill, clearing a major hurdle after years of legislative deadlock and opposition from the upper house.
A Review of European Nations Where Assisted Dying is Legal
As France considers new legislation, this report outlines the current legal status of euthanasia and assisted dying across various European nations.
Jersey Legislation for Assisted Dying Receives Royal Assent
Jersey's assisted dying law has gained Royal Assent, allowing the government to finalize preparations for a 2027 service launch.
Legislative push to legalize assisted dying resurfaces in England and Wales
MP Lauren Edwards has launched a fresh bid to legalize assisted dying in England and Wales by reintroducing a previous bill, potentially using the Parliament Act to bypass the House of Lords.