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Archie Battersbee 'would die in weeks even if life support kept on' - judge's comments in full as appeal rejected

"The justices have great sympathy with the plight of Archie’s devoted parents who face a circumstance that is every parent’s nightmare," a statement from the court said

Manchester Evening News · Aug 2, 2022

Parents of Archie Battersbee lose court bid to keep life support on

'The panel reaches this conclusion with a heavy heart and wishes to extend its deep sympathy to Archie’s parents at this very sad time'

Wales Online · Aug 2, 2022

Archie Battersbee’s parents lose Supreme Court bid to delay treatment withdrawal

A panel of three justices refused to grant permission to appeal against a Court of Appeal ruling, saying it was the ‘correct decision’.

The Independent UK · Aug 2, 2022