Today MPs debated the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill as part of Report Stage. They debated a series of amendments, and voted on two. Andrew Copson, Chief Executive for Humanists UK said: ‘We welcome today’s debate on assisted dying, with many eloquently standing up for compassion and dignity, emphasising that no-one should be… Read more »
The Scottish Parliament has voted in favour of the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill. Members of the Assisted Dying Coalition have welcomed the vote. MSPs voted 70 in favour, 56 against on Stage 1 of the Bill, which is about general principles. There will be another two rounds of voting and amendments… Read more »
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By Ian Dunt Police are in advanced stages of preparation for what is expected to be a large London protest tomorrow against Israeli military action in Gaza. The protest follows bitter recriminations last weekend over how thousands of demonstrators found themselves in a tunnel by Hyde Park Corner being baton charged by police. “We want… Read more »
By Ian Dunt A leading Christian activist has made a formal complaint about the atheist bus adverts which were launched nationwide this week. The 800 buses launched for the campaign feature the slogan: “There is probably no God. Now stop worrying and enjoy your life.” Now Stephen Green of Christian Voice, who formerly hit the… Read more »
