Strictly's Arlene Phillips on Dignitas and Alzheimer's fear
Strictly Come Dancing legend Dame Arlene Phillips, 82, opens up about her father's dementia battle and her own wish to consider assisted dying if diagnosed. Read her heartfelt interview.
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Leaked report questions Labour's neutrality on assisted dying
Labour MP Dame Meg Hillier brands leaked 2023 policy note 'hugely disappointing' as the assisted dying bill returns to the Lords. Read the full story on the internal party rift.
Leaked Labour note reveals assisted dying plan
A leaked Labour policy note from November 2023 reveals discussions on using a Private Member's Bill to legalise assisted dying, raising fresh questions about Sir Keir Starmer's influence. Read the full story.
NSW to cut e-bike power and speed after fatal crash
New South Wales announces strict new e-bike regulations, halving power and speed limits, following a rider's death in a collision with a garbage truck. Read the full details.
Lords' 1,000 amendments threaten assisted dying bill
The assisted dying bill, backed by MPs, faces opposition in the House of Lords with over 1,000 tabled amendments. Doctors and a former judge call for an end to the legislative logjam. Read the full debate.
Dad's painful death after Dignitas too expensive
Tim Wardle, 86, campaigned for assisted dying but died in agony, unable to afford Dignitas. His son urges Lords to stop delaying the bill to prevent more suffering.
Dignitas founder dies by assisted suicide aged 92
Ludwig Minelli, founder of Swiss assisted suicide organisation Dignitas, has died by assisted suicide days before his 93rd birthday. Read about his legacy and the UK's assisted dying debate.
Dignitas founder Ludwig Minelli ends own life
Ludwig Minelli, founder of the Dignitas assisted dying clinic, has ended his life at his own facility days before turning 93. Read the full story on this pivotal moment.
Dignitas founder ends life at own clinic aged 92
Ludwig Minelli, founder of Swiss assisted dying organisation Dignitas, has died at 92 in one of his own clinics days before his birthday. Breaking news.
25-year-old chooses assisted dying after rare illness
Annaliese Holland, 25, shares her decision for assisted dying after a lifelong battle with a rare autoimmune disorder. Read her powerful story of pain and peace.
Dame Esther Rantzen's heartbreaking cancer battle update
Dame Esther Rantzen, 85, shares emotional update on her stage four lung cancer battle and plans for an early Christmas with family. Read her powerful story.
Esther Rantzen reveals new cancer diagnosis
Dame Esther Rantzen shares heartbreaking health update, revealing a second cancer diagnosis and plans for an early family Christmas. Read her emotional story.
Esther Rantzen's early Christmas amid cancer fight
Dame Esther Rantzen reveals her emotional decision to celebrate Christmas early with family due to her stage 4 lung cancer diagnosis. Read her inspiring story.
Community rallies after mum's dying Christmas wish
A mother's final Christmas wish for her children sparks overwhelming community support. Discover how her legacy lives on through kindness and festive spirit.
Peers defend scrutiny of assisted dying bill as duty
House of Lords members assert their rigorous examination of the assisted dying bill represents proper constitutional oversight, not obstruction. Learn how this debate affects legislation.
Joanna Lumley on death and growing older at 79
Absolutely Fabulous star Joanna Lumley, 79, opens up about her views on death, sharing funeral plans and poignant poetry. Discover her profound reflections on life.
Gov Plan: More People to Die at Home, Not Hospital
The UK government unveils a major plan to reform end-of-life care, allowing more people to choose to die at home. The move aims to end the 'postcode lottery' and prevent traumatic hospital deaths.
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.
Lords face 'fearmongering' claims over 1,000 dying bill amendments
Frustrated campaigners accuse the House of Lords of 'fearmongering' as amendments to the Assisted Dying Bill surpass 1,000, potentially delaying the law for decades. Discover the human stories behind the debate.
Kessler Twins Die Together in Assisted Suicide Pact
German dancing icons Alice and Ellen Kessler, who performed with Frank Sinatra, ended their lives together via assisted suicide at 89. Discover their final wishes and legendary career.
UK's Companion Voices Sing for the Dying
Discover how Companion Voices provides musical comfort to people at life's end across England. This gentle service offers profound support through song. Learn more about this moving initiative.
Lords block assisted dying bill in democratic outrage
Unelected peers are filibustering the assisted dying bill with hundreds of amendments, blocking the will of the elected Commons and public opinion. This democratic outrage must end.
Kessler Twins' final wish for shared ashes revealed
Alice and Ellen Kessler's heartbreaking final wish for their ashes and how they split their fortune between charities is revealed. Discover the disciplined end to their extraordinary lives.
Sophie Turner: Assisted dying bill risks eating disorder patients
Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner urges Lords to pause assisted dying bill, warning it poses a serious threat to people with eating disorders who could recover with proper care.
Man pleads guilty to selling suicide chemicals online
A North Wales man has pleaded guilty to exploiting vulnerable people by selling chemicals online, leading to two deaths. Read the full investigation details.
Kessler Twins who sang with Sinatra die together aged 89
Alice and Ellen Kessler, the iconic twin performers who sang with Frank Sinatra, have died aged 89 in a joint assisted suicide. Discover their legendary showbiz career.
Kessler Twins Die in Joint Assisted Suicide
German entertainer duo Alice and Ellen Kessler have died together at 89 via assisted suicide. The famous sisters performed with legends like Frank Sinatra. Discover their remarkable story.
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.
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