The Latest Breaking News from the House of Lords

MPs narrowly voted to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales. But now the details must be dealt with

Now that the assisted dying bill has passed its momentous third reading in the House of Commons, it may seem like legalisation in England and Wales is a done deal. But despite this significant milestone, the bill is not yet law and its journey through the House of Lords is…

Kim Leadbeater’s bill has now passed all its stages in the Commons and will go to the Lords, where it is likely to meet more scrutiny

If MPs back the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill at third reading, it will face further scrutiny in the House of Lords at a later date.

Exclusive: On eve of Commons vote, MP says legislators may not get another chance to ‘do the right thing’ for 10 years

The Bill is back in the Commons for a debate and major vote which would see it either pass to the House of Lords or fall

Friday will be the first time the Bill has been debated and voted on in its entirety since last year’s historic yes vote.

The result of Friday’s expected vote could see the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill either progress to the House of Lords or fall completely.

MPs will likely vote on the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill on Friday, which could see it either progress to the House of Lords or fall.