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The House of Lords Select Committee on the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill will hold two oral evidence sessions this week. It has been reported that the committee is weighted against assisted dying, with more opponents of legislation change than supporters. Humanists UK analysis suggests that, apart from the Bill Sponsors, the experts… Read more »
Ahead of tomorrow’s launch of the Government’s long-awaited 10 Year Health Plan for the NHS, the Medical Defence Union (MDU) has responded to the details announced so far. Dr Matthew Lee, Chief Executive of the MDU, said: On the 10 Year Health Plan overall “This is a big moment for the NHS. Our members are… Read more »
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We are now over 365 days post publication of the Hughes report, which poses the question: what has happened as a result? It is disappointing to know that the answer is — not much! In February 2024, our Patient Safety Commissioner Henrietta Hughes published her landmark report which set out options for providing redress for… Read more »
Last week, I spoke in a Westminster Hall debate on the UK’s relationship with the European Union — a discussion that, nearly eight years after the referendum, remains as important as ever. The Brexit vote was not an isolated moment in history. It took place against a backdrop of political turbulence, misinformation, and external threats…. Read more »
