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UK lawmakers vote to allow assisted dying

UK lawmakers vote to allow assisted dying

Rob Beschizza
Jun 20, 2025
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A slim 23-vote margin in the House of Parliament today gave approval to assisted dying in England and Wales. Terminally ill adults may soon legally end their own lives with medical assistance, though the bill first faces scrutiny in the House of Lords.

"After several hours of emotional debate, MPs were allowed to vote in accordance with their personal be…

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