Scottish assisted dying bill passes first vote
BBC NewsTuesday, May 13, 2025 at 7:38:02 PM
Scottish lawmakers have approved the first stage of a bill that would permit terminally ill adults to request medical assistance to end their lives, following a debate among MSPs.
What This Means: This development reflects growing discussions globally about the ethics and legality of assisted dying, signaling a potential shift in Scotland's approach to end-of-life care and patient autonomy. If passed, it could influence similar debates in other regions.
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