MPs will vote on the proposed legislation on Friday following a debate in the House of Commons. According to the plans laid out earlier this month, the legislation will mean that the process of assisted dying must involve two independent doctors being satisfied that the person is eligible. Others, including Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, have been less explicit but indicated their support for the measures in the Bill. Meanwhile, Ms Mahmood, Mr Streeting, Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson and Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds have said they will reject the legislation. Many of those opposed to a law change have voiced concern about the potential for coercion and mission creep, and say the legislation has been rushed.

Source: The Herald November 26, 2024 09:35 UTC