Attempt to reintroduce assisted dying bill sparks new Labour civil war (opens original article in a new tab)
Lauren Edwards plans to reintroduce a bill to legalise assisted dying, causing internal Labour Party conflict and debate over its priority and safety.
- Lauren Edwards plans to reintroduce the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales
- The bill faced opposition from some Labour MPs and constituents who argue it is not a priority amid economic and social crises
- The bill's reintroduction has sparked internal conflict within the Labour Party and debate over its safety and prioritisation
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