Streeting silent on safety of assisted dying Bill
Health Secretary Wes Streeting refused to guarantee the safety of proposed assisted dying laws, citing a 'postcode lottery' in palliative care. Read the full report on the controversial Bill.
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Robot tech lets ill children join playgrounds virtually
The Mirror's Christmas appeal supports Lifelites charity, providing AV1 robots and sensory tech to help thousands of life-limited children access education and combat loneliness. Donate now.
Seann Walsh cancels shows after ferry sickness
I'm A Celebrity favourite Seann Walsh pulls out of gigs after being sick on a ferry. The comedian gave fans a brutally honest health update and also spoke out on recent London crime.
Terminally Ill Ajax Fan to Be Only Supporter at Replayed Game
A terminally ill Ajax fan named Peter will be the sole spectator as Ajax and Groningen replay their abandoned match. Discover the heartwarming story behind this unique Eredivisie fixture.
Dying Boy's Magical Wish Granted for Christmas
Six-year-old Charlie, battling aggressive brain cancer, becomes a magician for a day through Make-A-Wish UK. His family creates precious memories as the charity launches its Christmas campaign.
Elderly Texas Man Charged With Murder of Terminally Ill Wife
An 88-year-old Texas man confessed to shooting his terminally ill wife of 65 years after she expressed she 'no longer wished to live'. Ernest Leal Sr. faces murder charges in this tragic case.
Assisted Dying Bill Could Spark NHS Exodus
A leading KC warns the assisted dying Bill offers no legal protection for objecting GPs, risking an NHS staff exodus. Read the full legal analysis and its implications.
Seann Walsh ill, cancels gigs and I'm A Celeb spin-off
Comedian Seann Walsh has fallen ill, forcing him to cancel comedy gigs and casting doubt on his appearance for I'm A Celebrity Unpacked. Get the latest updates on his health.
Assisted Dying Bill Drives Palliative Care Funding Talks
As Parliament debates assisted dying legislation, a £100m hospice investment and improved end-of-life care choices take centre stage. Discover how this affects UK families.
Lords accused of sabotaging assisted dying bill
Exclusive: House of Lords faces public outrage as poll reveals 60% oppose blocking assisted dying bill after Commons approval. Terminally ill campaigners warn of existential crisis for unelected chamber.
Terminally ill grandmother urges peers on assisted dying
An 82-year-old with an inoperable brain tumour urges House of Lords peers to show compassion and support the Terminally Ill Adults Bill for assisted dying choice.
Record 900 amendments tabled for assisted dying Bill
The House of Lords debates the assisted dying Bill amid warnings against delay tactics. With over 900 amendments tabled, peers are urged to respect the democratic mandate. Read the latest.
Surgeon laughs over 'sacrificing grannies' assisted dying remarks
Consultant neurosurgeon Dr Henry Marsh chuckled when questioned about his controversial 'sacrificing grannies' comments during a Parliamentary committee on assisted dying. Read the full story.
Dying Man's Plea as Lords Flood Assisted Dying Bill
Terminally ill patients fear the Assisted Dying Bill is being sabotaged by a record 942 Lords amendments. Read their heartbreaking plea for a peaceful death.
Dignitas widow finds peace amid assisted dying debate
Louise Shackleton, investigated after husband's assisted death, speaks of finding peace as Lords debate historic bill that could legalise assisted dying in England and Wales.
Labour's employment rights bill transforms UK workplace
The Labour government's landmark employment rights bill promises the biggest shake-up of workplace protections in decades, challenging the Tory legacy and empowering British workers.
Maine's terminally ill receive chilling 'death letters'
Shocking healthcare policy in Maine sees terminally ill patients receiving letters preparing them for death instead of treatment, sparking national outrage and calls for reform.
Three arrested in Westminster Supreme Court protest clash
Dramatic scenes unfolded outside the Supreme Court as trans rights activists and women's rights campaigners clashed, leading to three arrests. The confrontation erupted following a landmark ruling on gender recognition laws.
Hospice Crisis: Why End-of-Life Care Needs Funding Now
As Britain faces a growing crisis in palliative care, hospices struggle with funding gaps while demand surges. Discover why investing in compassionate end-of-life care is essential for our society's wellbeing.
Hospice funding crisis forces cuts for terminally ill
Exclusive investigation reveals how government funding shortfalls are forcing hospices across England to reduce essential services for terminally ill patients, creating a postcode lottery for end-of-life care.
UK End-of-Life Care Crisis Exposed in Damning Report
A damning new report exposes critical gaps in UK end-of-life care, with terminally ill patients facing unacceptable delays and inadequate support during their final days.
Trans activists plot to disrupt women's rights march in Edinburgh
Women's rights campaigners in Scotland face organised opposition from trans activists planning to 'drown out' their Edinburgh march, prompting calls for First Minister John Swinney to uphold sex-based protections.
UK bill grants legal rights to nature
A revolutionary bill introduced in Parliament could transform Britain's environmental protection by granting ecosystems legal personhood rights, following global precedents.
McVey: Prisoners should never get vote
Cabinet Office Minister Esther McVey faces backlash after announcing legislation to permanently ban prisoners from voting, defying European Court rulings and igniting human rights debates.
British grandmother freed from Indonesia death row
A seriously ill British grandmother has been granted repatriation to the UK after spending twelve years on death row in Indonesia for drug smuggling offences, following a dramatic medical intervention.
Transgender man wins landmark pregnancy rights case
In a groundbreaking legal decision, a transgender man has won his appeal after the High Court ruled that wanting to conceive and carry a baby is not incompatible with living as a man. This landmark case sets a significant precedent for transgender rights
Real child behind Jacqueline Wilson's Lola revealed
Bestselling author reveals the touching story of a terminally ill girl who inspired her character Lola, creating an enduring legacy through children's literature.
Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act
In a landmark ruling, the US Supreme Court has fundamentally weakened the Voting Rights Act, raising alarm about minority voter protections and the future of electoral fairness in America.
Colombia court protects Afro-indigenous community in Bogotá
In a historic decision, Colombia's highest court has intervened to protect the ancestral rights of an Afro-indigenous community facing displacement from their spiritual heartland in the nation's capital.
Grealish's heartbreaking regret over young fan promise
Manchester City star Jack Grealish reveals his emotional regret over failing to fulfil a special promise to terminally ill fan Finlay, sharing the poignant story that continues to haunt him.
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