Last mentioned: Mar 17, 2026
Final Stage 1 Vote
MSPs vote down the bill at Holyrood, effectively ending its legislative progress for the current session.
Stage 1 Vote
Scottish Parliament debates and votes on the general principles of the bill.
Final Call to Action
McArthur urges MSPs to 'rise to the challenge' ahead of the final Stage 3 vote.
Committee Evidence
Health and Social Care Committee concludes months of testimony from medical, legal, and religious experts.
Government Concerns
Scottish Government raises concerns regarding the bill's interaction with UK-wide criminal law.
Evidence Gathering
Health and Social Care Committee begins hearing from medical, legal, and ethical experts.
Bill Introduction
Liam McArthur MSP introduces the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill.
Bill Introduction
Liam McArthur MSP formally introduces the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill.
Introduction to Parliament
The bill is officially introduced to the Scottish Parliament for Stage 1 scrutiny.
Consultation Report
A summary of public responses shows overwhelming support for the proposed legislation.
Bill Proposal
Liam McArthur MSP formally lodges the proposal for the Assisted Dying Bill.
Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs) have voted down a controversial bill that sought to legalize assisted dying for terminally ill adults. The decision marks a significant turning point in the long-standing debate over end-of-life care and patient autonomy in Scotland.
The Scottish Parliament is set to vote on a landmark bill that would allow terminally ill adults to end their lives with medical assistance. This legislative move marks a significant shift in the UK's legal landscape regarding end-of-life care and patient autonomy.
The Scottish Parliament is approaching a definitive vote on the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults Bill, a landmark piece of legislation that could redefine end-of-life care in the UK. Lead sponsor Liam McArthur MSP has issued a final call for lawmakers to support the measure, emphasizing the need for compassion and legal clarity for the terminally ill.
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