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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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Grant Shapps has said that suspending MPs from parliament if they have been arrested for a violent or sexual offence is on the “wrong side of natural justice”. The defence secretary insisted a suspension should only take place if an MP is charged. Shapps’ position, stated in an interview with Times Radio on Tuesday morning,… Read more »
MPs face being barred from parliament if they are arrested for serious sexual or violent offences after the House of Commons voted to reverse moves to water down the measures. The government had put forward a motion that recommended MPs only face a ban if they are charged with a violent or sexual offence. The… Read more »
