In a landmark decision, Members Of Parliament have voted to approve a historic bill legalising Assisted Dying for terminally ill adults in England and Wales.
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The Terminally Ill Adults (End Of Life) Bill passed its third reading in the House Of Commons today, Friday 20 June 2025, with 314 votes in favour and 291 against, securing a majority of 23.
The legislation now advances to the House Of Lords for further analysis.
The bill, which has sparked intense debate across the United Kingdom, would grant terminally ill adults with six months or less to live the right to apply for an assisted death.
The process requires approval from two doctors and a panel consisting of a Social Worker, a senior legal figure, and a psychiatrist, ensuring rigorous oversight.
Labour Party MP Kim Leadbeater, the bill's sponsor, expressed confidence in its passage ahead of the vote.
The bill, which has sparked intense debate across the United Kingdom, would grant terminally ill adults with six months or less to live the right to apply for an assisted death.
The process requires approval from two doctors and a panel consisting of a Social Worker, a senior legal figure, and a psychiatrist, ensuring rigorous oversight.
Labour Party MP Kim Leadbeater, the bill's sponsor, expressed confidence in its passage ahead of the vote.
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Speaking to the House Of Commons, she acknowledged concerns raised by prominent medical bodies, including the Royal College of Psychiatrists, the Royal College of Pathologists, and the Royal College of Physicians, but maintained her belief in the bill’s merits.
Kim Leadbeater's determination has been a driving force behind the legislation, which cleared its first parliamentary hurdle in November with a majority of 55 votes.
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Kim Leadbeater's determination has been a driving force behind the legislation, which cleared its first parliamentary hurdle in November with a majority of 55 votes.
If you are affected by issues raised in this article, please head over to InformingBritain.com/Advice for support pages.
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