Peers have submitted an extraordinary number of amendments to the assisted dying bill, slowing its progress and raising the risk of failure. The bill, which passed the House of Commons, now faces significant hurdles in the House of Lords.
Senior opponents of the bill have urged Lords not to deliberately block it, but the sheer volume of amendments could still derail the legislation. The bill might fall even without a vote on its substance in the Lords.
Observers note that the process is unprecedented, with the number of amendments far exceeding typical levels. This has led to concerns that the bill may not complete its passage through Parliament in the current session.
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