UK Parliament Moves Towards Legalizing Assisted Dying
The UK House of Commons has voted in favor of allowing terminally ill individuals to seek assistance in ending their lives, marking a significant step toward the legalization of euthanasia in England and Wales. Under the proposed legislation, which faces a lengthy parliamentary process, adults with less than six months to live could receive help, contingent on approvals from two doctors and a judge. The ruling Labour Party is divided on the issue, with a recent poll indicating that 70% of the British public supports the move. Opponents warn of potential pressures on vulnerable individuals.