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Supporters of the flawed so-called Assisted Dying Bill have been upset to find that members of the House of Lords have put down for debate more than 900 amendments to it.

Here’s the BBC:

“Experts believe the number of amendments is unprecedented, but opponents say significant alterations are needed to ensure any scheme can operate safely.

“The volume of amendments has sparked a letter from 65 supportive peers to their colleagues in the Lords, raising concern about possible delaying tactics.

“Those opposing the bill have been urged not to “frustrate” the passage of the legislation, which has already gained the approval of MPs.

“The legislation, which would cover England and Wales, proposes allowing terminally ill adults with fewer than six months to live to apply for an assisted death.

“This would be subject to approval by two doctors and a panel featuring a social worker, a senior legal figure and a psychiatrist.”

The argument that peers should not frustrate the wishes of MPs in the House of Commons is weak – because the Lords are expected to carry out expert analysis of legislation that comes to them.

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