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MPs vote against legalising assisted dying in England and Wales

Bill fails at second reading despite near-identical legislation being approved by Commons in last parliament UK politics live – latest updates A renewed attempt to legalise assisted dying has been voted down by MPs in… Grouped from 2 articles across 2 sources.

2 reports2 sourcesSep 11, 2026, 4:53 PM
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The GuardianSep 11, 2026, 4:53 PM

MPs vote against legalising assisted dying in England and Wales

Bill fails at second reading despite near-identical legislation being approved by Commons in last parliament UK politics live – latest updates A renewed attempt to legalise assisted dying has been voted down by MPs in a decision that is likely to scupper the idea for a political generation, sparking anger among supporters after an earlier bill was blocked by the Lords. A private member’s bill put forward by Labour’s Lauren Edwards, which would have permitted assisted dying in England and Wales in certain limited circumstances, was defeated by 286 to 270 at second reading, the first chance MPs have to vote on a measure. Continue reading...

EuronewsSep 11, 2026, 4:15 PM

UK lawmakers reject assisted dying bill for England and Wales

Assisted suicide is legal in several countries, including Belgium, Canada, the Netherlands, Spain and Switzerland, as well as parts of the US, although eligibility rules vary.

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