Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults Bill [HL]

What the bill does

A Bill to allow adults who are terminally ill, subject to safeguards, to be assisted to end their own life; and for connected purposes.

Progress through Parliament

What 1st reading means, and what happens next

First reading is the formal introduction of the bill. There is no debate and no vote. The bill is simply presented and printed.

Second reading follows, usually a few weeks later, and is the first opportunity for MPs or peers to debate the principle of the bill.

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Questions about the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults Bill [HL]

What stage is the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults Bill [HL] at?

The Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults Bill [HL] is currently at 1st reading in the UK Parliament.

Has the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults Bill [HL] become law?

Not yet. A bill becomes law only when it has passed both Houses and received Royal Assent. The Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults Bill [HL] is currently at 1st reading.

What happens next to the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults Bill [HL]?

Second reading follows, usually a few weeks later, and is the first opportunity for MPs or peers to debate the principle of the bill.

Who sponsored the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults Bill [HL]?

The Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults Bill [HL] was sponsored by Lord Falconer of Thoroton.

When was the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults Bill [HL] introduced?

It was introduced to Parliament on 26 July 2024, at first reading.

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