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Lords urged to scrutinise but not block assisted dying law

Lords urged to scrutinise but not block assisted dying law

The Terminally Ill Adults Bill, which aims to legalise assisted dying in the UK, has been passed by the House of Commons with a majority of 23 votes. The bill is now set to be scrutinised by the House of Lords. Supporters of the bill argue that it will provide terminally ill adults with the choice to end their lives with dignity, while opponents raise concerns about potential abuses and the impact on vulnerable individuals. The article urges the House of Lords to carefully examine the bill, but not to block it outright. The debate over assisted dying is a complex and sensitive issue, and it is important that it is given thorough consideration by lawmakers. The passage of the bill through the House of Commons suggests that there is growing support for assisted dying in the UK, but the final outcome will depend on the deliberations and votes in the House of Lords.

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