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MPs’ decisions on assisted dying should be made on ‘secular basis’ – minister

Legislation to change the law on assisted dying faces its first Commons test on Friday.

The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2024

Assisted dying: what is the law in other countries, as it accounts for one in 20 deaths in Canada?

As Canada releases its latest statistics, we look at which other countries allow seriously ill people to request medical help to end their lives early

Evening Standard · Nov 28, 2024

Majority of UK doctors soon likely to be women

Figures showed there were now more doctors from an ethnic minority background on the register than white doctors

The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2024

Two California couples raised each other’s kids after IVF mix-up - then swapped back

The girls are now five years old and the families have turned their once-nightmarish situation into a blended family

The Independent UK · Nov 27, 2024

Family welcomes start of new investigation into death of boy sent home from A&E

Yusuf Mahmud Nazir, five, died eight days after he was seen at Rotherham Hospital and sent home with antibiotics.

Evening Standard · Nov 27, 2024

Cop Fatally Tasered Grandmother In Nursing Home

Clare Nowland used a walker and suffered from dementia at a nursing home in Australia

International Business Times · Nov 27, 2024

John Swinney: Assisted dying bill decision 'more challenging' than before

JOHN Swinney has said he is finding it “more challenging” to come to a position on assisted dying than he did when previous legislation was…

The National (Scotland) · Nov 27, 2024

Dame Esther Rantzen tells MPs every vote is crucial in assisted dying debate

The broadcaster said as many MPs as possible should listen to the arguments for and against changing the law and make their own decision.

The Independent UK · Nov 27, 2024

Esther Rantzen urges MPs to vote on ‘vital issue’ of assisted dying

TV presenter says subject may not be debated in parliament for another decade if legislation does not pass

The Guardian - UK · Nov 27, 2024

Career on Autopilot? Executive Coaching Can Give You a Boost

Putting thought into career choices later in life helps you make the most of your work before you retire, so it's smart to make this investment in yourself.

Kiplinger · Nov 27, 2024