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Assisted Dying: Terminally Ill ‘Distressed’ by Theresa May’s Suicide Remark
- Funding for assisted dying and the role of psychiatrists will be scrutinized by a special committee, as proposed legislation on the Terminally Ill Adults Bill progresses through Parliament.
- A select committee is expected to report by November 7, considering evidence from key figures including Health Secretary Wes Streeting and Justice Secretary David Lammy.
- Former Prime Minister Theresa May expressed fears that the Bill may lead to cover-ups and described it as an 'assisted suicide bill.'
- Supporters argue that the Bill allows terminally ill patients a choice, while opponents, including May and campaigners, express concerns about its implications for vulnerable individuals.
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Evening Standard
Nation.CymruAssisted dying: Terminally ill ‘distressed’ by Theresa May’s suicide remark
The legislation is back in the House of Lords for further debate.
The Independent
The Independent (US)Theresa May branded ‘deeply insensitive’ after assisted dying intervention
Exclusive: The former prime minister was urged to reflect on her choice of words after her intervention in a Lords debate on assisted dying last week was dubbed ‘deeply cruel’
Leadbeater’s euthanasia bill sparks further controversy; Lords continue the debate tomorrow - The Expose
Last Friday, Kim Leadbeater’s euthanasia bill was put before the House of Lords for a two-day debate. After a full day, the debate was adjourned until tomorrow. Officially called the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, the proposed government-sponsored euthanasia bill has been mired in controversy, yet it passed three votes in the House
Irish News
Extra layer of scrutiny for assisted dying Bill as peers pore over legislation
A new amendment is expected to be agreed, allaying fears from supporters that the Bill could run out of time to become law.
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