British lawmakers have given initial approval to a bill that would permit terminally ill adults to end their lives in England and Wales, following an emotional debate that highlighted ethical, legal, and personal issues.
LONDON — British lawmakers gave initial approval Friday to a bill to help terminally ill adults end their lives in England and Wales .
Speeches from supporters included heart-wrenching stories about constituents and family members who suffered in the final months of their lives and dying people who committed suicide in secret because it is currently a crime for anyone to provide assistance. The debate is impassioned, touching on issues of ethics, grief, the law, religion, crime and money and being listened to and watched by the hundreds of people on either side of the argument who have gathered outside Parliament.
She conceded that it's not an easy decision for lawmakers but that “if any of us wanted an easy life, they’re in the wrong place.”
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