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UK lawmakers defeat bill to legalise assisted dying

UK lawmakers defeat bill to legalise assisted dying

Lawmakers have rejected the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill by 286 votes to 270, halting efforts to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales.

Politics ·11 Sep 2026, 18:04 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham prioritises social care reform over assisted dying debate

Andy Burnham prioritises social care reform over assisted dying debate

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced that comprehensive adult social care and palliative care reform will take precedence over any legislative changes to assisted dying.

Politics ·29 Jul 2026, 17:05 ·Clara West 3 min read