MPs urged to give people ‘choice and dignity’ as assisted dying debate begins

Critics say the bill is too flawed and question whether the NHS is ready for impact of such a change in the law

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Kim Leadbeater urged MPs to give people “choice, autonomy and dignity at the end of their lives” as she opened a landmark debate on legalising assisted dying.

The backbench Labour MP, who has brought forward a bill that would apply in England and Wales, said fresh consideration of the issue was “long overdue”.

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