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Lords Assisted Dying Select Committee to begin taking evidence

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 »

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The Government’s 10 Year Health Plan – MDU response

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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Lib Dems call for inquiry into track maintenance

The Liberal Democrats have called for a public inquiry into the Grayrigg train crash, which killed one and injured at least 20 others. An internal report by Network Rail today revealed “systematic failures” in the patrolling and management of the track, blaming deficiencies in inspections and maintenance. A London to Glasgow Virgin Pendolino train derailed… Read more »

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Huhne calls for UK to be world-leader on climate change
Lib Dems set out plans for carbon neutral Britain

The Liberal Democrats want to charge drivers to use motorways as part of a commitment to making Britain carbon neutral by 2050. Tolls on motorways and charges for lorry drivers would be used to fund a major upgrade of the rail network, including high speed train lines such as a London-Edinburgh link, under plans set… Read more »