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Plans to legalise assisted dying in Scotland pass first stage
- On 13 May 2025, the Scottish Parliament approved the initial stage of legislation permitting medical assistance for adults with terminal illnesses to end their lives.
- This vote marks the third attempt to allow terminally ill individuals in Scotland the option to receive support from healthcare professionals to voluntarily end their life, provided that two doctors confirm they are mentally capable, along with other protective measures.
- The debate lasted nearly five hours, was emotionally charged, and included personal testimonies and concerns about potential risks and vulnerable groups.
- The final vote was 70 in favor, 56 against, and one abstention, with Liam McArthur calling it a "landmark moment for Scotland," while opponents warned of risks to disabled people.
- The bill will now enter committee for scrutiny and amendments, bringing Scotland closer to joining other countries that allow assisted dying under strict conditions.
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Scotland votes to advance historic assisted dying bill for terminally ill adults
The Scottish parliament on Tuesday voted to advance a historic assisted dying bill, following a stage one debate. The bill, introduced by MSP Liam McArthur, is a historic step towards providing physician-assisted dying for terminally ill adults. The proposed bill was approved at stage one with 70 votes to 56. The Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill, initially introduced in 2024 by the Scottish Liberal Democrats, aims to allo…
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