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Assisted Dying Bill Returns To Lords Amid Fierce Debate. The House of Lords is set for a heated two-day debate on new legislation that would legalise assisted dying in England and Wales. The Terminally Ill Adults Bill has already been backed by MPs, with supporters urging peers to respect that decision. But opponents say the law is flawed, warning it leaves too many unanswered questions about how assisted dying would work in practice. A Lords committee this week expressed concern over the limited scrutiny the bill has received so far. However, former Labour Justice Secretary Lord Falconer, who is leading the case for reform, insists the legislation was thoroughly debated in the Commons. Baroness Luciana Berger has tabled an amendment calling for further evidence from professionals and ministers before the Lords proceed. She argues the bill is underdeveloped and risks being rushed through. Allies deny her move is a delaying tactic, noting that any committee would be required to report back by the end of the year.
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