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MPs vote in favour of Assisted Dying Bill

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MPs vote in favour of Assisted Dying Bill

MPs vote in favour of Assisted Dying Bill

Assisted dying could become legal in England and Wales after the bill was backed by MPs in a historic vote.

Under a draft legislation being considered by Parliament, terminally ill adults expected to die within six months could seek help to end their own life.

Report by Ajagbef.

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