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Five failings of the assisted dying committee

22 January 2025

11:19 PM

22 January 2025

11:19 PM

Back in November, MPs waved through Kim Leadbeater’s assisted dying bill by 330 votes to 275. Some of those who backed it at second reading claimed they were not yet convinced about the merits of the measure, suggesting they would need more time to scrutinise the legislation. Supporters oozed assurances: there would be ample scope at the committee stage.

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