The assisted dying debate has been about safety not sanctity – here’s why I think the bill passed the test

By Colin Gavaghan, Professor of Digital Futures, University of Bristol Law School, University of Bristol

British MPs’ approval of the assisted dying bill made history – and revealed a rare kind of parliamentary debate. While the bill must still pass through the House of Lords, it is now widely expected to become law in England and Wales.

What stood out even more than the result was the tone of the debate. Despite passionate disagreement, MPs conducted themselves with respect and…

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