Assisted Dying

Assisted Dying

Assisted dying: How to understand the increasingly angry debate between MPs over this controversial bill

— A Labour MP’s assisted dying bill faces its first major test amid intense criticism over its procedural handling as a private member’s bill. MPs remain divided ahead of Friday’s vote.

OPINION

Why it’s time for the UK to introduce a new law to allow assisted dying

— Noel Conway wanted to die with dignity, yet he died slowly in pain. This month MPs can finally help others like him.

United Kingdom

The UK now ranks as one of the most socially liberal countries in Europe

— A major survey on social trends shows how far the UK has come in terms of attitudes towards homosexuality, casual sex and divorce. Views on the death penalty remain conservative, however.