* general election 2010
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 Sasjkia Otto A coalition of nearly 200 charities has written an open letter to party leaders urging them to make it easier for the poor to get credit. The letter comes on the day of the third leaders’ debate focusing on the economy. Written by the Better Banking coalition, the letter called for a… Read more »
Paddy Power has pushed out Gordon Brown’s election odds following his gaffe today. Having been caught calling a voter “bigoted” after listening to her views on immigration, bookies believe that Labour chances to win most seats have shrunk from 4/1 to 5/1. Darren Haines, spokesman for Paddy Power, said: “This is certainly a case of… Read more »
