The Latest Breaking News from Archie Battersbee

Treatment had been due to stop at 11am, but that is now likely to be delayed

Archie Battersbee is set to be taken off life support today after a judge ruled he was "brain dead" — here's what brain death means and what happens when life support ends

In today’s newsletter: how a 12-year-old boy’s life became subject of agonising technical consideration – and how to help parents when the very worst happens

The 12-year-old has been in a coma since he was found unconscious by his mother in April.

The parents of the 12-year-old, have lost a Supreme Court bid to delay the withdrawal of his life-sustaining treatment pending a review of his case by a UN committee.Archie Battersbee’s mother, Hollie Dance, has said she and Archie’s father are “extremely disappointed” with the Supreme Court’s decision.Ms Dance also confirmed…

Sky News reports that the 12-year-old’s mum Hollie Dance confirmed the heartbreaking update after losing a Supreme Court bid to block the withdrawal of his life-support.

Archie Battersbee's parents lost a Supreme Court bid to block the withdrawal of their son's life-sustaining treatment

"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

'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'