To this roll call of ... as with any step forward to a more liberal society, there are those who object that the change breaches a fundamental moral principle. We understand that there are some ...

Is assisted dying a compassionate step forward or a dangerous precedent? Join The Independent Debate - THE INDEPENDENT DEBATE: The debate on assisted dying pits advocates of compassionate choice ...

Friday's vote marked a major shift in attitudes compared to 2015, the last time that an assisted dying bill was presented before the House. Then, the bill was defeated 330 to 118 after four hours ...

Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Feb 26, 2025 / 06:00 am. Assisted suicide legislation has been introduced in several states this year, with some bills gaining traction in efforts to legalize the ...

THE INDEPENDENT DEBATE: The debate on assisted dying pits advocates of compassionate choice for the terminally ill against concerns over ethical risks and potential misuse of the proposed law.

Each year, a few dozen U.K. citizens travel to Switzerland — where assisted suicide has been legal for over 80 years — to end their lives, according to the group Dignity in Dying.

In a historic vote, lawmakers advanced a bill that would grant the option of assisted dying to those in England and Wales with a terminal diagnosis and a life expectancy of six months or less.